The IBCLC certification programme is accredited by the NCCA, the accreditation body of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (I.C.E.).
The IBCLC programme first earned this valued third-party accreditation in 1987. In 2023, the programme received notice that it had earned reaccreditation which is currently valid until 2029. This reaccreditation is the first contemplating the new IBCLC Commission structure.
This highly coveted accreditation, particularly among healthcare certification programmes, provides independent, objective third-party affirmation that the IBCLC certification programme has met defined standards regarding many aspects of its programme, including:
- Appropriate governance structure, inclusive of public representation
- Representative subject matter experts making key programme decisions
- Knowledgeable professional staff & consultants
- Sound examination practices and psychometric analysis
- Public availability of key certification programme policies & procedures
- Security, inclusive of certification examination administration
- Programme integrity
- Financial sustainability, important for ongoing certification
- Commitment to quality assurance
NCCA-accredited programmes certify individuals in a diverse range of professions. To date, NCCA has accredited programmes from approximately 130 organisations. The IBCLC programme is proud of its long history in this elite group!