This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Georgia Lactation Consultant Practice Act.” History. Code 1981, § 43-22A-1 , enacted by Ga. L. 2016, p. 357, § 1/HB 649. Cross references. Newborn Baby and Mother Protection Act, § 33-24-58.2 . Medicaid coverage for lactation and postpartum care, § 49-4-159 .
The Secretary, in consultation with the advisory group, may impose on a licensed lactation consultant any sanction authorized under subsection (c) of Code Section 43-22A-12 upon a finding of any conduct specified in subsection (a) of Code Section 43-22A-12. History. Code 1981, § 43-22A-10 , enacted by Ga. L. 2016, p. 357, § 1/HB 649.
On and after July 1, 2018, no person without a license as a lactation consultant issued pursuant to this chapter shall use the title “licensed lactation consultant” or “licensed L.C.” or practice lactation care and services, provided that this chapter shall not prohibit any practice of lactation care and services that is exempt pursuant to […]
The Secretary may revoke, suspend, deny, or refuse to issue or renew a license; place a licensee on probation; or issue a letter of admonition upon proof that the licensee or applicant: Has procured or attempted to procure a license by fraud, deceit, misrepresentation, misleading omission, or material misstatement of fact; Has been convicted of […]
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to affect or prevent: Persons licensed to practice the professions of dentistry, medicine, osteopathy, chiropractic, nursing, physician assistant, or dietetics from engaging in the practice of lactation care and services when incidental to the practice of their profession, except such persons shall not use the title “licensed lactation […]
The General Assembly acknowledges that the application of specific knowledge and skills relating to breastfeeding is important to the health of mothers and babies and acknowledges further that the rendering of sound lactation care and services in hospitals, physician practices, private homes, and other settings requires trained and competent professionals. It is declared, therefore, to […]
As used in this chapter, the term: “Advisory group” means the group appointed pursuant to Code Section 43-22A-4. “Applicant” means any person seeking a license under this chapter. “International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)” means a person who holds current certification from the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) after demonstrating the appropriate education, […]
There is created within the office a Lactation Consultant Advisory Group which shall consist of five members. The Secretary shall appoint all members of the advisory group. The advisory group shall consist of persons familiar with the practice of lactation care and services to provide the Secretary with expertise and assistance in carrying out his […]
The advisory group shall meet at least once per year or as otherwise called by the Secretary. The Secretary shall consult with the advisory group prior to setting or changing fees as provided for in this chapter. The advisory group may facilitate the development of materials that the Secretary may utilize to educate the public […]
The Secretary may grant, upon application and payment of proper fees, a license without examination to a person who, at the time of application, either: Holds a valid license to practice lactation care and services issued by another state, political territory, or jurisdiction acceptable to the Secretary if, in the Secretary’s opinion, the requirements for […]
Except as provided in paragraph (4) of this Code section, each applicant for a license as a lactation consultant shall be at least 18 years of age, shall have submitted a completed application upon a form and in such manner as the Secretary prescribes, accompanied by applicable fees, and shall be in compliance with the […]
After evaluation of an application and other evidence submitted, the Secretary shall notify each applicant that the application and evidence submitted are satisfactory and accepted or unsatisfactory and rejected. If rejected, the notice shall state the reasons for the rejection. History. Code 1981, § 43-22A-8 , enacted by Ga. L. 2016, p. 357, § 1/HB […]
A license issued by the Secretary is the property of the Secretary and must be surrendered on demand. The licensee shall display the license in an appropriate and public manner. The licensee shall inform the Secretary of any change of address. The license shall be renewed biennially if the licensee is not in violation of […]
