Welcome to HEAL Academy.
This application is the first step to enroll in the C-BMC Certification Training Course and, if selected, to begin the pathway toward IBCLC Pathway 3 mentorship under the leadership of Dr. Natashia L. Conner, PhD, MPhil, IBCLC (Chief Mentor).
Our program is designed to prepare breastfeeding counseling professionals through 95 hours of lactation-specific education, equity-centered learning, and structured mentorship readiness.

C-BMC Training Course Enrollment Application
Before You Start
Please set aside 15–25 minutes to complete this application in one sitting.
You will be asked to:
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Provide basic contact information
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Upload required documents
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Select your tuition payment plan
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Sign required acknowledgments (Code of Ethics + HIPAA/Confidentiality)
Required uploads (have these ready):
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Resume
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High school diploma (or equivalent)
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One (1) letter of recommendation

Privacy Reminder
Confidentiality Notice:
Do not include any client or patient identifying information in this application or uploads. All information submitted is securely stored and reviewed by authorized program staff only.
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Eligibility Requirements
To apply, candidates must:
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Be 18 years or older
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Have at least a high school diploma or equivalent
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Complete a background check requirement (covered by the enrollment fee)
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Agree to HEAL Academy’s Code of Ethics and HIPAA/Confidentiality requirements
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Tuition & Required Fees
C-BMC Tuition: $2,600 (12-month access)
Enrollment Fee: $75 (non-refundable) (covers background check and administrative processing)
Pathway 3 Admin & Verification Fee: $250 (required for candidates pursuing Pathway 3 mentorship)
Tuition Payment Plans (7-day free trial included)
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$1,300 every 6 months (12 months)
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$430 per month (6 months)
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$108 per week (24 weeks)
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$2,600 pay in full (12 months access)
Note: Tuition plans apply to course tuition only. Required fees are separate.
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What Happens After You Apply
After submission:
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Your application will be reviewed for completeness and eligibility.
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If accepted, you will receive an email with:
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Enrollment confirmation
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Payment and onboarding instructions
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Student portal access details
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If additional documentation is needed, we will contact you.
Start Enrollment Application
When you are ready, complete the enrollment form below.
Support / Contact
Questions before submitting?
Contact us at info@keepersofblack.org.
Submission of this application does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Enrollment is contingent upon eligibility review, agreement to program policies, and completion of required fees.


