The writer appears to be thinking solely in terms of the USA. She is likely unaware that the requirements for Certification as set by the Board are international and cannot be adjusted to suit one individual country or culture. Phyllis ---- [log in to unmask] wrote: ============= Of interest? _http://womensenews.org/story/sisterspace/120913/step-one-diversify-ranks-la ctation-consultants_ (http://womensenews.org/story/sisterspace/120913/step-one-diversify-ranks-lactation-consultants) Peace, Judy Judy LeVan Fram, PT, IBCLC, LLLL Brooklyn, NY, USA [log in to unmask] *********************************************** -- Phyllis Adamson, BA, IBCLC, RLC Glendale, AZ. [log in to unmask] *********************************************** Archives: http://community.lsoft.com/archives/LACTNET.html To reach list owners: [log in to unmask] Mail all list management commands to: [log in to unmask] COMMANDS: 1. To temporarily stop your subscription write in the body of an email: set lactnet nomail 2. To start it again: set lactnet mail 3. To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet 4. To get a comprehensive list of rules and directions: get lactnet welcome