IBCLC Certification Exam Trivia 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In what year was the IBCLC credential first established?
- 1975
- 1985 (Correct answer)
- 1995
- 2000
Correct answer: 1985
The first IBCLC certification exam was administered in 1985.
IBLCE administered the first exam in July 1985 with approximately 750 candidates. It was the first healthcare credential specifically focused on lactation and breastfeeding management.
Question 2: How many countries have IBCLC certificants practicing in them?
- About 25
- Over 100 countries worldwide (Correct answer)
- Only English-speaking countries
- About 50
Correct answer: Over 100 countries worldwide
The IBCLC credential is held by practitioners in over 100 countries worldwide.
There are approximately 34,000+ active IBCLCs worldwide. The exam is administered in multiple languages. The credential's international recognition ensures a consistent standard of lactation care globally.
Question 3: What does the acronym CERP stand for?
- Certified Education for Registered Professionals
- Continuing Education Recognition Point (Correct answer)
- Clinical Experience Required for Practice
- Comprehensive Examination Review Program
Correct answer: Continuing Education Recognition Point
CERPs are the units used by IBLCE to measure continuing education for recertification.
One CERP generally equals one hour of continuing education. For recertification, 75 CERPs are needed with a minimum of 5 in each discipline area. All activities must be approved by an IBLCE-recognized provider.
Question 4: The WHO International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes was adopted in which year?
- 1971
- 1981 (Correct answer)
- 1991
- 2001
Correct answer: 1981
The WHO Code was adopted by the World Health Assembly in 1981.
The Code was adopted on May 21, 1981, with 118 votes in favor and 1 against (the United States). It was a response to evidence that aggressive formula marketing was contributing to infant mortality.
Question 5: La Leche League International was founded in which year?
- 1936
- 1956 (Correct answer)
- 1976
- 1986
Correct answer: 1956
LLLI was founded in 1956 in Franklin Park, Illinois.
Founded by seven women at a time when US breastfeeding rates had plummeted to approximately 20%. The name comes from a Florida shrine dedicated to Nuestra Senora de la Leche y Buen Parto. LLLI now operates in over 80 countries.
Question 6: What percentage of the world's infants are exclusively breastfed for the first 6 months?
- About 70%
- About 44% (Correct answer)
- About 80%
- Less than 10%
Correct answer: About 44%
Globally, approximately 44% of infants are exclusively breastfed for the first 6 months.
Rates vary dramatically by region, from over 60% in parts of Africa to less than 30% in some high-income countries. The World Health Assembly targets are 50% by 2025 and 70% by 2030.
IBCLC Certification Exam Trivia 2
In what year was the IBCLC credential first established?