M.A. in Human Lactation Studies

M.A. in Human Lactation Studies is a Masters program taught at Catholic University of America, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The M.A. in Human Lactation Studies is designed to prepare graduates to counsel expectant birthing and nursing parents about infant feeding and human lactation. Students choose between the generalized program and the IBLCE Pathway 2 concentration. The program builds skills and training in research methods, health care ethics, evidence-based practice, and experiential learning.

Students develop research and practice outcomes through academic inquiry that integrates experiential learning, and through a thesis research project that demonstrates spatial thinking and uses knowledge from Human Lactation Studies. Students in the Pathway 2 concentration work toward the IBLCE Pathway 2 requirements, including a required 300-hour internship with a pre-approved clinical preceptor.

The minimum requirements for admission in M.A. in Human Lactation Studies at Catholic University of America for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Catholic University of America.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Catholic University of America as pre-requiste for admission in M.A. in Human Lactation Studies.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Admission to the Master of Arts: Human Lactation Studies Pathway 2 concentration is required by IBLCE for Pathway 2 students to enter into the required 300-hour Internship with a pre-approved clinical preceptor. Students work to find their own preceptor within their community and may be subject to any additional requirements as outlined by the student's internship site, such as a possible drug screenings, background checks, vaccination requirements, or more.

Please check detail of study units at https://nl.edu/graduate-school-of-business-and-leadership/programs/ma-in-human-lactation-studies/

• International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (if the student selects the Pathway 2 concentration)
• IBCLC (if the student takes the general course of study)

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.