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The course emphasizes the benefits of breastfeeding and the challenges it may entail. It introduces Indigenous Lactation Support workers as community-based aides for nursing parents, assisting with initiation and troubleshooting. Topics covered include milk production, supply management, and addressing common breastfeeding concerns. These workers play a supportive role, guiding parents and referring them to healthcare providers when needed. This course includes Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) language training for effective communication
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Online
This program is currently accepting applications.
45-hours of online self-paced content
This course will teach information to help nursing clients to prepare for home or hospital births, early hours of breastfeeding/chestfeeding, early nursing issues, and education for long term breastfeeding/chestfeeding. It will describe the importance of the Baby-friendly Initiative and The International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes
Unit 1: Lactation Helps Overcome Intergenerational Trauma
Unit 2: Postpartum Mood Disorders
Unit 3: Barriers to Lactation
Unit 4: How the Body Produces Breastmilk & How to Latch
Unit 5: The Impact of Birthing Practices on Lactation
Unit 6: Postnatal & Discharge Care Instructions to Help Exclusive Nursing
Unit 7: Lactation Assessment
Unit 8: Breast/Chest & Nipple Conditions
Unit 9: Milk Supply Challenges
Unit 10: Medical Reasons for Supplementation
Unit 11: Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding
You can apply for this course even if there are no intakes listed below, and we will contact you when dates become available.
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Tuition Fee: $600 Textbook Fee: $30 approx. (order separately)
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION
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Toll Free: 1-866-636-7454
Phone: 807-626-1897
E-mail: recruitment@oshki.ca
This program is accredited by Oshki-Wenjack, and thus only has one step:
APPLY NOWOSHKI-WENJACK’s Indigenous Lactation Support Worker Training Course provides comprehensive education on mental health, trauma-informed care, and the benefits of breastfeeding/ chestfeeding. It addresses barriers to lactation and strategies for overcoming them, while also covering the physiology of breastmilk production and proper latching techniques. The course explores how birthing practices impact lactation, offers postnatal and discharge care instructions, and teaches lactation assessment skills. Participants learn about milk supply challenges, breast/chest and nipple conditions, and when medical supplementation may be necessary. Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) language training is integrated to honour Indigenous traditions. Participants are equipped to act as essential advocates and supporters within their communities, ensuring that parents receive the guidance and resources needed for successful breastfeeding/chestfeeding journeys.
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All University & College programs require that you complete two applications.
There’s a lot of information in this section, but our recruitment team is happy to assist with any questions you might have, to help you find funding, or to guide you through this process. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at:
Phone: (807) 626-1880
Toll-free: 1 866-636-7454
Email: recruitment@oshki.ca
⚠︎ Before you start, please ensure that you meet the program requirements listed above. If you aren’t sure or if you have questions, contact us at recruitment@oshki.ca.
Applying to a course with an Accreditation Partner has multiple steps:
This Oshki-Wenjack application form will start the process and will ask for detailed information such as:
You will receive a confirmation within four business days.
Please keep in mind that books are not included in tuition and need to be purchased separately.
Getting funding for this program?
Contact your First Nation community funding agency to confirm deadlines for funding applications and apply for funding. Your application may only be considered if your application is received on time.
Oshki-Wenjack is not responsible for submitting your funding applications, but staff can support you in completing them. You may also wish to apply to OSAP for loans and grants. In addition, Oshki-Wenjack’s Financial Aid Officer (financial-aid@oshki.ca) is available to assist you with OSAP applications and to help you research and apply for scholarships and bursaries.
Once it arrives, send your confirmed sponsorship letter to admissions@oshki.ca. You can register for your classes once the Sponsorship Letter is received.
Self-funding your tuition fees?
If you are self-funding, you can pay your tuition by contacting our admission officer for assistance at admissions@oshki.ca.
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