Space is very limited so be sure to get approval from your supervisor and block off the time on your schedule prior to registering.

Please Note: If you registered for a 2020 class and did not receive a refund, please contact me at the email or phone below prior to registering. Your previous registration can be transferred.

Please read the Information Page; specifically the "Things to consider prior to registering" list.

Who Should Attend: This is a basic level course that focuses on the counseling skills needed to provide optimal breastfeeding support to clients. The course will enable attendees to strengthen their problem solving and critical thinking skills through case studies and other activies in small group settings. While open to anyone, this course is best suited for WIC staff and other professionals in similar non-medical settings (i.e. Nurse Family Partnership, Early Childhood Intervention). There will be no written handouts or syllabus so you can focus on activities.

Class Details:

• Sign in and light breakfast* begins at 7:30am
• Class begins promptly at 8am and lasts until 5pm
• Lunch is provided*

Minimum # Required: ~30

Pre-Requisite: none

Parking: Free and plentiful.

* Food Allergies: Please include any food allergies in the comments section. (Ex: ALLERGY: ORANGES) We will do our best to accommodate but if your diet is very restrictive, please plan to bring your own food/snacks to consume throughout the day.

Registration closes 10 days prior to class.

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Continuing Education:

This event is "all or none." There is no partial credit awarded and no opportunity to make up any missed time. Contact hours are awarded for a variety of disciplines. Check under "Files" for details.

Requirements for Successful Completion

• Attend the event in its entirety
• Actively participate in activities and discussions
• Submit a completed evaluation.

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Instructors: Kristina Arrieta, MPH, IBCLC and Michelle Poole, MS, RN, IBCLC; Infant Feeding Branch, HHS Texas WIC Program

Electronic Waiting List: If you sign up on the waiting list by submitting your email, then you and everyone else on the waiting list will automatically receive notification when an opening is available. Please only sign up once. This does NOT hold a spot for you. I cannot see who is on the list, just how many. Act quickly so you don't miss your opportunity to register. We sometimes get last minute cancellations so check back or contact me at the options below a few days before class.

Catering provided by: Jason's Deli