It is very true that OTs, PTs, Social Workers, nutritionists etc are now "free standing" professions, I believe that historically their functions were at one time part of being a nurse. As the specific needs of the job increased/became more defined, they developed into separate entities. I believe this gives us some legitimate hope that LCs will follow the same pattern. On the other hand, it doesn't hurt to keep pressing for the independent recognition. Winnie *********************************************** The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(TM) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html