Health E-Learning

What Health E-Learning does

Health E-Learning is a private online education platform headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializing in lactation consultant training and certification preparation. The business operates under the legal entity The International Institute of Human Lactation Inc., which acquired the platform from founders Denise Fisher and Steve Fisher on March 5, 2013, with operations now led by Dr. Lenore Goldfarb and Carole Dobrich. Its primary customers are individuals preparing for the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) certification exam and currently certified IBCLCs seeking Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPs) for their five-year recertification cycle.

The core product is the LEAARC-approved BreastEd package, comprising ten individual courses (BE01-BE10) that collectively provide 120 CERPs and cover all seven domains of the IBCLC Content Outline. The platform also offers a 300+ question Lactation Exam Practice (LPEX) program with add-ons (LPPLUS, LPMOCK), standalone courses in Communication, Ethics, and the International Code, and Advanced Practice modules. Technology consists of a web-based learning management system delivering multimedia content, quizzes, crosswords, discussion forums, and peer networking; the platform recently expanded to offer courses tutored by native-speaking facilitators in English, French, Italian, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer self-serve model with online enrollment via its website, accepting payment through PayPal and PSiGate. Pricing ranges from US$30 to US$1,250 per course or package, with World Bank country-tier equitable pricing and named scholarships (including the Trudi Szallasi Memorial Scholarship) to broaden global accessibility. Headcount is 1-10 employees, the company is bootstrapped with no disclosed external funding, and it pursues B2B opportunities indirectly through its sister company Step 2 Education International for hospital-based Baby Friendly Initiative training.

Name

Health E-Learning

Legal name

The International Institute of Human Lactation Inc.

Website

https://health-e-learning.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Health E-Learning is a Montreal-based online education platform offering LEAARC-approved lactation training and IBLCE exam preparation courses, plus CERPs continuing education for practicing International Board Certified Lactation Consultants in a global, multilingual direct-to-consumer format.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Lactation Education & IBLCE Exam Preparation

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), Other Schools and Instruction (6116)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDANAIAA

Healthcare & Medical Licensure Exam Prep (USMLE/COMLEX, NCLEX, Dentistry, Pharmacy, PA)

Education/Tutoring & Test Preparation/Professional Certification & Licensure Exam Prep

SECONDARYEDAGANAJ

Healthcare & Clinical Professional Development (CME/CE)

Education/Educational Publishing & Learning Content/Professional Development & Training Materials

SECONDARYEDAAALAC

Healthcare Clinical Professions (CME/CE for Nurses, Allied Health, Pharmacy)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Professional Licensure & Continuing Professional Education (CE/CPE)

SECONDARYEDANAGAL

Integrated Tutoring + Learning Content Platforms (Curriculum + Tutors)

Education/Tutoring & Test Preparation/Online/Virtual Tutoring Platforms & Marketplaces

Keywords

• Lactation education
• IBLCE exam preparation
• CERPs recertification
• Online health training
• Breastfeeding courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Montreal

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Individual Course Sales: One-time enrollment fees for individual courses with subscription-based access periods (typically 1 month per individual course, 12 months for full program packages). Students pay per course or package and receive access for the enrollment period.
2. Package/Bundle Sales: Bundled course packages (Lactation Education Training/BreastEd, CERPs Recertification) offered at discounted prices compared to individual course purchases. Provides comprehensive programs with extended access periods.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Health E-Learning sells online continuing-education courses and exam-preparation programs for current and aspiring International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs). Its flagship LEAARC-approved BreastEd package comprises ten courses covering all seven IBLCE Content Outline domains and awards 120 CERPs, supplemented by a 300+-question Lactation Exam Practice (LPEX) tool, recertification CERPs bundles, and standalone courses in Communication, Ethics, the International Code, and Advanced Practice. Courses are delivered online 24/7/365 in multiple languages with native-speaking tutors.

Product overview

Health E-Learning is an online education platform specializing in lactation consultant training and certification preparation. The core offering consists of the LEAARC-approved Lactation Education Training (BreastEd) package containing 10 individual courses, supplemented by the Lactation Exam Practice program with 300+ practice questions. Additional offerings include Experts-in-Lactation Lectures, Advanced Practice Series, and standalone courses covering Communication Skills (CM01), Ethics (ET01), and the International Code (IC01). The platform also provides CERPs Recertification packages for practicing IBCLCs needing continuing education credits. All courses are delivered entirely online with 24/7 access, with recent expansion to multilingual delivery in English, French, Italian, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BreastEd: A comprehensive LEAARC-approved Lactation Education Training program comprising 10 courses designed to prepare students for the IBLCE exam to become International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs).
• Lactation Exam Practice (LPEX)

Products and services

• Lactation Education Training (BreastEd) Full Package A LEAARC-approved package of 10 individual courses covering all aspects of lactation education for IBCLC exam preparation, providing 120 CERPs (106.5L, 6E & 7.5R CERPs/120 CPD/CH). Includes required 5 hours of communication skills and 2 hours of WHO Code training.
• CERPs Recertification Package A recertification package providing 75 CERPs across all 7 IBCLC Content Outline domains, offering continuing education credits needed by currently certified IBCLCs for their 5-year recertification cycle.
• Lactation Exam Practice (LPEX) An online practice exam program with 300+ multiple-choice questions designed to simulate the IBLCE exam, including photograph-based questions, detailed feedback with evidence-based research references, discussion forums with experienced IBCLC facilitators, and unlimited exam attempts.
• Experts-in-Lactation Lectures Recorded presentations by international lactation professionals on various lactation topics, awarding CERPs with one-week access periods per lecture.
• Lactation Essentials (LE01-LE04) Targeted courses for busy healthcare professionals including Lactation Essentials Training (LE01, 14 L-CERPs, 5 R-CERPs, 3 E-CERPs, 22 CHs) and individual courses LE02-LE04 (4 L-CERPs each).
• Advanced Practice Series (AP02, AP03) Short 4-hour advanced courses including Jaundice and the Neonate (AP02) and Critical Appraisal of Research (AP03), each worth approximately 4 CERPs.
• Communication Course (CM01) Introductory course on counseling and communication skills meeting the 5 hours of communication skills education required by IBLCE, accredited for 5 R-CERPs.
• Ethics for Lactation Consultants (ET01) Course introducing ethics theories and responsibilities per IBLCE Code of Professional Conduct and WHO Code, accredited for 5 E-CERPs.
• Understanding the International Code (IC01) Course on the International Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes and WHA resolutions, meeting the 2 hours of WHO Code education required by IBLCE; self-directed and untutored.
• Background Health Courses (IH03, IH05) Basic introductory courses in Child Development (IH03) and Medical Terminology (IH05, 4 CHs) for IBLCE exam prerequisites.
• LPMOCK Timed Mock Exam One-time 4-hour timed mock exam with 175 questions including 94 photo questions and case studies, simulating the real IBLCE exam experience.
• Breastfeeding Culture Worldwide Free recorded presentations by healthcare professionals from 20+ countries discussing breastfeeding traditions and practices in their cultures, available as a community resource on the platform.
• Free Lectures Free presentations on significant lactation topics by international experts, covering breastfeeding advocacy, infant feeding in emergencies, and breastfeeding challenges, available as a community resource on the platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 95% of 2025 Lactation Exam Practice participants identified areas needing more study as a result
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• Step 2 Education International InccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company providing Baby Friendly Education to hospitals and community centers. Companies share booth at conferences and collaborate on educational offerings for the lactation community.
• Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration between Health e-Learning-IIHL and UQTR to offer Graduate Diploma in Lactation. Program developed with Louise Dumas, Chantal Doucet, and Carole Dobrich, involving international experts for content validation.
• Nourish & Nurture (India)regionalStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership offering Lactation Care Counselor Training Program combining online courses and face-to-face training with clinical experience for students located in India ONLY.
• IBLCE (International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners)coreOthersIBLCE is the independent international certification body conferring the IBCLC credential. Health e-Learning courses provide education that meets IBLCE prerequisites for exam candidates and CERPs for recertification. Student details shared with IBLCE for accreditation purposes.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Healthy Children Project: Healthy Children Project delivers lactation counselor and educator training programs, including the well-known Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) course. It serves a similar healthcare professional audience pursuing lactation credentials and offers competing accredited continuing education.
• Wellstart International: Wellstart International is a longstanding nonprofit focused on lactation education for healthcare professionals and has historically offered university-affiliated training programs. It competes for the same institutional and professional lactation training demand.
• Lactation Education Resources (LER): LER is one of the longest-running providers of lactation consultant training and exam preparation in North America, offering online and in-person courses aligned with IBLCE prerequisites. It competes head-to-head with Health E-Learning for the same IBLCE candidate and recertifying IBCLC audience using similar CERP-earning, LEAARC-aligned content.
• UC San Diego Extension Lactation Program: UC San Diego Extension offers a Lactation Educator Counselor program that prepares students for IBLCE pathways through a university-affiliated certificate. It competes with Health E-Learning for the same aspiring IBCLC audience, leveraging academic institution branding.
• Step 2 Education International: Step 2 Education is the sister company of Health E-Learning under common ownership, providing Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative staff education to hospitals and community centers. Although B2B-focused, it operates in the same lactation education ecosystem and shares conference presence.

Broad incumbents

• International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA): ILCA is the primary professional association for IBCLCs globally and offers educational resources, conferences, and learning content for lactation professionals. While broader in scope than Health E-Learning, it competes for the same continuing education wallet of practicing IBCLCs.

Emerging players

• La Leche League International: La Leche League International is a long-established breastfeeding support and education organization offering peer counseling and educational resources. While not a direct exam prep competitor, it shapes how candidates enter lactation education and provides free content that competes for the same learner's attention and budget.

Regional players

• Birth International: Birth International is an Australia-based provider of lactation and breastfeeding education for healthcare professionals, including exam preparation content for IBCLC candidates. It is comparable in offering but primarily serves the Australian and Asia-Pacific market rather than competing directly with Health E-Learning in North America.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/health-e-learning

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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