New York A03526 establishes a licensing process for lactation consultants and creates a Lactation Consultant Licensing Board.

New York A03526 amends the education law to introduce a licensure process for lactation consultants. The bill mandates that only licensed professionals can use the title "lactation consultant." It outlines the requirements for obtaining a license, including education, supervised experience, and passing an exam. The Lactation Consultant Licensing Board is established to assist the Board of Regents on professional licensing and conduct matters. Board members must include licensed lactation consultants and representatives from the client community.

New York A03526 establishes a licensing process for lactation consultants and creates a Lactation Consultant Licensing Board.

New York A03526 amends the education law to introduce a licensure process for lactation consultants. The bill mandates that only licensed professionals can use the title "lactation consultant." It outlines the requirements for obtaining a license, including education, supervised experience, and passing an exam. The Lactation Consultant Licensing Board is established to assist the Board of Regents on professional licensing and conduct matters. Board members must include licensed lactation consultants and representatives from the client community.