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Training for Health Professionals and Others

We provide training for health professionals and frontline staff whose roles involve supporting mums and families with infant feeding. Our courses share up-to-date, evidence-based information to give you the skills and knowledge to support in a range of ways.

Independent Study Online Courses

Breastfeeding for Physicians

This OCN-endorsed course can give you the skills and knowledge to support breastfeeding patients in a range of ways. This course amounts to four hours of CPD, not including reflective work. Find out more here.

Supporting Families with Formula Feeding (Physicians)

Developed in partnership by First Steps Nutrition Trust (FSNT) and the Breastfeeding Network (BfN), this new online course brings together two organisations with extensive expertise in infant feeding, nutrition and family support. Find out more here.

Planning for Infant Feeding in Emergencies

This new OCN-endorsed course, designed for those involved in emergency preparedness and response, gives information on important considerations and tools to ensure that families and infant feeding are part of emergency planning and response. Find out more here.

Other Courses

First Milk Matters training session

This is a short training session that raises awareness and increases knowledge about breastfeeding. Find out more about commissioning a course for your organisation or workplace here.

Supporting Infant Feeding in Your Practice

This 12-week OCN-endorsed course provides the most up-to-date breastfeeding information, ensuring that families can get the support they need with their breastfeeding choices. Find out more here.

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