Lactation Consultant (Non-RN)
Definition
An individual trained to provide breastfeeding assistance services to both mothers and infants. Lactation Consultants are not required to be nurses and are trained through specific courses of education. The Lactation Consultant may have additional certification through a national or international organization.
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Quick Facts
- Taxonomy Code
- 174N00000X
- Grouping
- Other Service Providers
- Classification
- Lactation Consultant, Non-RN
- National Providers
- 5,529
- Conditions Treated
- 0
Top States
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