BSC Training Program
Become a Breastfeeding Support Counsellor (BSC)
Join a compassionate network of certified peer advocates bridging the lactation support gap across Lebanon and the Middle East through hands-on, accredited training.
Why Train with MISC?
Empowering Communities, One Family at a Time
Across the Middle East and particularly in rural villages, many mothers lack access to reliable, non-judgmental lactation care—often due to financial hardship or distance from major clinics.
The MISC Breastfeeding Support Counsellor (BSC) Training Program was established to change that reality. By equipping compassionate local advocates with evidence-based lactation knowledge and supervised clinical skills, we empower you to become a trusted pillar of support for parents navigating their feeding journeys.
Learning Format
How the Program Works
- Step 1
Flexible Self-Paced Learning
Learn foundational concepts through pre-recorded lessons, readings, and multimedia materials designed to fit around your family and work schedule.
- Step 2
Live Interactive Group Sessions
Participate in weekly live discussions (in-person or via video call) for guided case discussions, interactive Q&A, and practical coaching drills with your peers.
- Step 3
Hands-On Supervised Practice
Gain genuine practical confidence. You will participate in observed client interactions paired directly with an experienced BSC or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who provides real-time feedback and guidance.
Core Curriculum
What You Will Learn
The curriculum spans foundational lactation science, practical counselling skills, and real-world problem solving.
Biological importance of human milk, family-centered benefits, and the physiology of safe skin-to-skin contact.
Colostrum production, infant feeding cues, frequency patterns, cluster feeding, and establishing a robust milk supply.
Hands-on assessment of deep, comfortable latches, efficient milk transfer, and diverse nursing positions.
Manual hand expression, breast pump mechanics, hygienic milk collection, and safe storage practices.
Recognizing and managing sore nipples, breast engorgement, blocked milk ducts, mastitis, and supply variations.
Medication safety during lactation, introducing bottles, pumping routines, and supporting parents returning to work.
Rigorous Standards, Dedicated Mentorship
Accreditation through MISC represents a standard of care families can rely on.
Continuous Knowledge Checks
End-of-module assessments to solidify key clinical concepts.
Case Study Application
Real-world scenarios designed to test practical problem-solving.
Directly Observed Clinical Assessments
Practical client consultations evaluated by a supervising IBCLC or senior counsellor against standardized benchmarks.
Final Review Interview
A one-on-one completion review with our Program Coordinator.
Post-Accreditation Support
Newly certified BSCs receive monthly group case-review supervision, one-on-one clinical support for complex cases, and ongoing continuing education opportunities throughout their practice.
Who Is This Training For?
- Passionate mothers and peer advocates looking to give back to their communities
- Doulas, midwives, nurses, and birth workers expanding their postnatal skill set
- Anyone dedicated to improving maternal and infant health outcomes in the Middle East
Apply for the Next BSC Cohort
Complete the form below to receive the detailed program prospectus, upcoming cohort start dates, and tuition details.
Want to speak with our Program Coordinator?
We are happy to answer any questions about cohort schedules, learning formats, or prerequisites.
- WhatsApp / Phone+961 81 667 939
- Emailinfo@misclactation.com
- LocationRamlieh, Mount Lebanon