How to Become a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) in 2026 | Complete Exam Guide

Your complete guide to the 2026 Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) exam from the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice (ALPP). In this video, we cover everything you need to know to get certified. We'll walk you through: - What the CLC credential is and who it's for. - The key differences between CLC and IBCLC. - The required 95-hour Lactation Counselor Training Course. - The online exam format, including the didactic and practical sections. - What's actually tested on the exam, with a focus on high-yield topics like the WHO Code. - The full cost to get certified and how to get it reimbursed. Read the full, free guide and access our CLC practice questions here: https://open-exam-prep.com/blog/alpp-clc-certified-lactation-counselor-exam-guide-2026 ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:06 - Scene 1 0:41 - Scene 2 1:18 - Scene 3 1:50 - Scene 4 2:17 - Scene 5 2:52 - Scene 6 3:27 - Next steps Recommended study resources: Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Open Exam Prep earns from qualifying purchases. We may earn a commission if you buy through these links. - Certified Lactation Consultant Study Guide 2025-2026: Detailed Content Review, Proven Strategies, And Full-Length Practice Tests: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FKB1BTZG?tag=openexamprep-20 - Pocket Guide for Lactation Management: https://www.amazon.com/dp/128422760X?tag=openexamprep-20 - Counseling the Nursing Mother: A Lactation Consultant's Guide: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0763780529?tag=openexamprep-20