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Published on: December 16, 2010
Statistical report of the 1999 IBLCE examination.
Summary
Statistical analyses of the 1999 International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners exam are summarized. This report covers exam translations and recertification rates for lactation consultant certification.
Area of Science:
- Lactation consulting
- Professional certification
- Health workforce analysis
Background:
- The International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) is a credentialing body for lactation professionals.
- Certification ensures a standard of knowledge and practice in lactation support.
- The 1999 examination was a key event in the history of lactation consultant certification.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a statistical overview of the 1999 IBLCE certification examination.
- To document the scope of exam translations for broader accessibility.
- To report on the recertification rates of International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs).
Main Methods:
- Statistical analysis of examination data from 1999.
- Review of documentation pertaining to translated versions of the examination.
- Analysis of recertification data for IBCLCs.
Main Results:
- Detailed statistical performance metrics for the 1999 examination.
- Information on the languages into which the examination was translated.
- Data on the rates at which IBCLCs successfully recertified.
Conclusions:
- The 1999 examination demonstrated the IBLCE's commitment to rigorous certification standards.
- Exam translations facilitated wider access to the IBCLC credential.
- Recertification rates provide insights into the retention and ongoing competency of IBCLCs.
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