Effective immediately, the Texas Association of Local WIC Directors (TALWD) will be handling all registration aspects of the DSHS fee-based breastfeeding classes. This includes:
- Principles of Lactation Management (POLM)
- Lactation Counseling and Problem Solving (LCAPS)
- Clinical Lactation Practicum (CLP) and
- Peer Counselor Management (PCM)
Important changes:
- Missy Hammer will no longer be doing the registrations for classes or collecting fees.
- Registration and payment will be handled by TALWD through EventBrite.com; however, DSHS will still be scheduling the courses.
- Available events (classes) can be found at TALWD with training provided by DSHS WIC.
- Registration fees have increased $5 per class across the board.
- Credit card payments are now accepted online and payment is expected at the time of registration.
If you have questions regarding continuing education contact hours, content or scheduling, please contact Missy Hammer at WIC.CECoordinator@dshs.texas.gov or 512-341-4457. If you have questions regarding registration or payment, contact TALWD at TALWD.Organizer@gmail.com.