WIC Breastfeeding Support Curriculum
The curriculum is structured in four tiered levels of learning based on staff roles. Each level builds on one another to take staff to higher levels of learning based on their role in WIC. Each level of training content enables the learner to dive deeper into content specific to their role. This enables staff to be fully aware of their roles and responsibilities supporting breastfeeding, and their scope of practice in WIC.
Level 1: All WIC staff, students, and volunteers
Level 1 is offered via an on-demand training module through the learning management system (LMS) TRAIN.org. WIC staff/students/volunteers/contractors must create or login to their account in TRAIN.org before registering for the course.
Level 1 Registration Instructions
Please contact your supervisor and/or WIC Director for the registration code.
Level 2: Peer Counselors ONLY
All current and new peer counselor employed by a local WIC agency must complete Level 1 prior to starting Level 2. Level 2 training will prepare peer counselors to support normal breastfeeding, including early practices to get breastfeeding off to a good start, positioning and latch, and supporting mothers from pregnancy through weaning.
The North Carolina WIC Program welcomes community members to participate in Level 2: Peer Counselors ONLY training. This training is best for individuals who will be supporting new families with normal breastfeeding situations and is not designed to provide education on complex breastfeeding problems. Community members must attend all days including traveling to in-person days at the location identified below.
Level 2 for Peer Counselors Registration
Training Dates
| Region | All Training Dates | Virtual Dates | In-Person Dates | In-Person Training Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | October 1, 2, 8, 9, 22, and 23, 2024 | 1, 2, 22, and 23 | 8 and 9 | Greenville |
| 1 | November 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21, 2024 | 6, 7, 20 and 21 | 13 and 14 | Asheville |
| 3 | January 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29, 2025 | 14, 15, 28, and 29 | 21 and 22 | Charlotte |
| 2 | February 4, 5, 12, 13, 26 and 27, 2025 | 4, 5, 26, and 27 | 12 and 13 | Greenville |
| 1 | March 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27, 2025 | 12, 13, 26 and 27 | 19 and 20 | Asheville |
| 3 | April 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16, 2025 | 1, 2, 15, and 16 | 8 and 9 | Charlotte |
| 2 | April 30, May 1, 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2025 | 30, 1, 14 and 15 | 7 and 8 | Greenville |
| 1 | July 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 and 30, 2025 | 15, 16, 29, and 30 | 22 and 23 | Asheville |
| 3 | August 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27, 2025 | 12, 13, 26, and 27 | 19 and 20 | Charlotte |
*Training times vary by day, but all training dates do not start before 8 am and end by 4:15 pm
Each individual should select the training dates and locations that work best with their schedule. Peer Counselors employed by the WIC Program may attend the WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum for Peer Counselors Only in their assigned region but are not required to attend in your assigned region.
Training Questions
Cancellations
*If needing to reschedule, please wait one (1) business day before rescheduling.
Training Materials
Level 2 & 3: Competent Professional Authorities and WIC-Designated Breastfeeding Experts
Welcome Campers to WIC Lactation Camp!
Registration is open for Competent Professional Authorities (CPAs) and WIC-Designated Breastfeeding Experts (DBEs). Ask your WIC Director today for the registration link. The camp will prepare CPAs and DBEs to support normal breastfeeding, including the early practices to get breastfeeding off to a good start as positioning and latch. As well as assisting parents with breastfeeding concerns and the clinic practices that support breastfeeding.
Camp Sessions:
Each camp session is virtual and lasts five (5) consecutive weeks with two (2) days per week. Each day starts at 8:30 am and ends by 12:30 pm. The total virtual instructional time is 40 hours.
Session | Days of the Week | Start Date | End Date |
| Winter 2025 | Tuesdays and Thursdays | Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 | Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025 |
| Fall 2025 | Tuesdays and Thursdays | Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 | Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 |
Contact your WIC Director or Regional Nutrition Consultant for the registration link.
Level 4: Level 4: WIC Designated Breastfeeding Experts
The last level of the WIC Breastfeeding Curriculum is Level 4 for WIC Designated Breastfeeding Experts (DBE). DBEs are required to complete Level 4 after completing Levels 1-3. The training prepares DBEs to assist WIC parents experiencing complex breastfeeding challenges that are beyond the scope of the peer counselors and CPAs. Registration is open for WIC-Designated Breastfeeding Experts (DBEs). Ask your WIC Director today for the registration link
| Session | Virtual Days (8:30am-4:30pm) | In-Person Day (9:00am-3:45pm) | In-Person Day Location (select one) |
| Spring 2024 | March 5 and 6, 2024 | March 21, 2024 | Asheville, Charlotte and Greenville |
| Fall 2024 | October 15 and 16, 2024 | October 29, 2024 | Asheville, Charlotte and Greenville |
For questions pertaining to DBE Boot Camp, refer to the FAQ here.