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Course Syllabus:

This online course provides unlimited access to the programme and group support area. It is designed with all infant feeding professionals in mind, whether you're a voluntary breastfeeding peer supporter, birth-worker (midwife, doula), health visitor, counsellor or IBCLC. It can also be considered as 'update theory training' for trained tongue-tie providers too wishing to refresh or revise their theoretical knowledge.

It aims to elaborate on your current understanding of tongue function and oral anatomy and acknowledges some of the potential wider implications of untreated tethered ties that are currently being researched globally.

Whatever your background, you can be reassured that this course will allow you to gain a better understanding and clarity to confidently support the families you are working with on their unique feeding journeys.

This online program boasts:

24/7 access to 6 pre-recorded module presentations,
Online access to module slides,
'Open office hours' if you wanted to schedule a 1:1 discussion about your learning progress or the program,
Opportunity to attend D-Restricted Ltd clinic to observe a tongue-tie assessment and potential surgical release in 'real time' (This is optional attendance),
CPD points and L-CERPS have been applied for,
Certificate of completion,
Designated support group bespoke to this online program only. (This is a closed group with the opportunity to share knowledge, ask questions and view additional resources aimed to support your learning).

* This course does NOT offer practical training to enable you to perform a surgical tongue-tie release.

** This online program provides you with the knowledge to elaborate on your current understanding of tongue function, anatomy and physiology and oral health with the aim that you will be better equipped with the evidence-base to be able to support your clients. It does NOT teach you how to assess or diagnose a restricted tongue-tie.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this online course about?

This online program has been designed to assist you in understanding the complexities and controversies surrounding tongue-tie restrictions, to enable you to support the families you serve, and facilitate knowledge and understanding through learning the basics in anatomy and physiology, the assessment and treatment process and longer term support.

It will also explore the implications of untreated ties and conservative management techniques for those where a surgical release is not desired or recommended.

Students are encouraged to reflect upon their current and personal experiences to share their learning amongst peers within the programs unique online support group.

Who is the online program suitable for?

Knowledge accredited to prior learning is assumed before undertaking this course, and is designed to meet the training needs of peer supporters, breastfeeding counsellors, IBCLC's, current tongue-tie providers who may wish to pursue a refresher/update training, bodyworkers etc.

There is no 'entry criteria' to commence this course although it is wise that you have a foundation knowledge base in infant feeding.

Breastfeeding volunteers/ support workers,
Breastfeeding Counsellors,
Infant feeding team members,
Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs),
Infant Feeding Specialists,
Midwives,
Health Visitors,
Birth-workers,
Body-therapists,
Doulas,
Nursery nurses,
Current tongue-tie release providers.

What are the 6 modules that the online program entails?

Anatomy and Physiology
How untreated tethered oral ties can impact upon wider health
Tongue function assessment
Body-therapies, Tongue function exercises & Oral play
Surgical release techniques and Frenulotomy risks
Conservative management and Aftercare Support

Will this course enable me to diagnose a tongue-tie restriction?

This course, as a stand alone qualification, will not provide you with the expertise and skills required to become a tongue-tie release provider.

No, this course will not teach you how to formerly diagnose a tongue-tie restriction but you may be able to recognise symptomatic behaviours that you could inform families of your suspicions for referral to an expert provider who may proceed to diagnose.

Can I use this course to train to become a tongue-tie release provider?

This is at the discretion of the practical trainer. I can not guarantee that this course would meet their criteria. The best person to direct this question to would be your chosen practical trainer.

What are the requirements to become a tongue-tie release provider in the UK?

Prior to undertaking a practical training course, it is strongly recommended that you have a sound knowledge of infant feeding behaviour and abilities.

Anyone wanting to train as a release provider should reflect on their suitability as the feeding complications associated with a tongue-tie restriction are complex and multi-factoral.

Candidates. must be post-graduate healthcare professional such as a nurse, midwife, doctor or dentist. Whilst other healthcare professionals may choose to train in assessment, practical training would not fall into the scope of their professional body and so training is unsuitable for them. Therefore, individuals must be regulated by NMC, GDC, or GMC.
Relevant and appropriate insurance.
Registered with a governing regulatory body such as CQC, R&QIA, HIS or JCC. (Currently providers in Wales are not required to register with HIW).
Qualified, skilled and experienced in complex infant feeding.

Does the course offer a payment plan to spread the cost?

Sorry, currently, this is not currently an option for this course.

What accreditation does this course enable me to achieve?

Accreditation has been applied for.L-CERPS for those that are IBCLC Lactation Consultants has also been applied for.

How long will the course take me?

The course does not have any time limitations associated with it.

It has been designed to allow for students to study at times accomodating their own timeframes and lifestyles.

It consists of 6 modules, each of the video presentations for you to watch will take approximately an hour each. The beauty of any recording is that you can stop, start, and revisit and grey areas for clarification. Each module has a quiz associated with it too. Self-directed/guided study is recommended for enhanced development.

At the end of the program a short reflective account of a patient journey is to be submitted as the final assessment piece.

The final step for course completion which consists of the case study and feedback review can not be accessed until week 3 of your course access.

The estimated total course duration is approximated to be 10 hours + time spent in practice for your reflective case review.

Can I print out the course slides to make personal notes?

Each module is supported with the slide presentations. This is not downloadable for both sustainability and copyright protection purposes, but with unlimited access and 24/7 availability there is little need for it to be printed.

You are unauthorised to share this online program or its content with friends or colleagues.

Can I view the course on any device?

Currently, the course program is viewable on all devices with no limitations, although desktop is preferred to allow for you to view comfortably without it being too small. The supporting app is not currently available.

How can I view the course content in a larger view?

During the course to expand its view please click onto the arrows in the top right corner of the modules, this is particularly useful when viewing the video clips. You may also have the option within your browser settings to 'zoom' in as a percentage, and you can also expand the recordings by clicking into the corner to expand those too.

Viewing is recommended on a desktop or laptop view, it is viewable on a tablet or mobile device but the size of the screen will reduce the sizing of images.

What is the 'Designated support group'?

The online support group serves as a community space for participants who share a common interest in the topics covered by this course. It features a group discussion board, similar to a social media news feed, where members can post content, ask questions, and engage in conversations through comment threads.

Participants are welcome to share helpful resources to support each other’s learning.

The group is private and access is restricted to course participants only.

Respectful and safe sharing is encouraged at all times.

What assessments are made and what is the assessment criteria?

Each module is followed by a short quiz.

Answers to the quizzes are designed to test your knowledge and check your interpretation of the module you have just undertaken. Answers to the quiz questions are found within the module itself, and self-directed reading is encouraged. Some questions are open-ended to encourage reflective practice. You are able to review and renew your answers, but previous submissions are not saved and so you are encouraged to save your responses to your own devices should you wish to track them.

Your quiz answers are only accessible by Diana (D-Restricted Ltd) and revisions may be suggested if further elaboration is necessary.

In addition to the 6 quizzes, a reflective case study is requested to follow a patient journey from point of contact with your service, through to an assessment, possible surgical release/conservative management alongside demonstration of how you would support the family too based on what you have learnt in the modules. This may be a feeding journey of a family you are currently supporting, or you may choose to attend my clinic (no extra charge) to see the assessment and frenulotomy process in-person. Additionally, you may include an attendance to other services in your case study, such as bodytherapists, as networking in your local area with other professionals is encouraged. Whichever way you choose, you patient journey should follow the reflective module found within the course program step and be submitted online too.

Once all 6 modules have been completed alongside successful completion of the reflective case study and feedback, I will send a certificate for full course accreditation. Please ensure that I have your full address and name (as you wish it to appear onto your certificate) so that I can forward this to you using Royal Mail.

If you are asked to revisit any element of the assessments then I will notify you of these within 4 weeks and revisions are expected to be re-submitted within 3 months. Should you need any longer please just reach out.

To progress through the course successfully, all steps need to be registered as completed. To do this the small tick next to each step will turn green. The system will not register your completion if the step is not completed. This is demonstrated by an image on the final question to each quiz too.

With the in-person clinic attendance/observation...

This is based in Warwickshire/Leicestershire borders, postcode CV13 0HX at my home-based clinic.
Optional attendance and is suggested only for those who wish to use it towards their reflective case study.
Must attend in uniform or appropriate attire and with ID.
Service-users will need to consent to your attendance.

Please reach out to me with a selection of available dates that you are free to attend and we will arrange a mutually convenient date. I have a clinic 6 days per week although I can not guarantee that anyone will book the clinic as it is a private practice, nor can I guarantee that they may need a frenulotomy but this can be discussed closer the day.

If a frenulotomy is not observed the reflective case study reflects the conservative treatment strategies, it is not time wasted.

How can I contact you?

All of my details are on this website so I am never far away! There is a 'contact me' form that will directly link to my email should you have any queries, questions or concerns.

Alternatively, you can find me in the online support group, Email diana@tongue-tie.info or by calling me 07910608179.

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Medical Advice

Participants must have appropriate insurance in place to cover the provision of infant feeding support prior to enrolling in this course. This course is intended for individuals who are already working with families in this capacity. It is the responsibility of each participant to ensure they have suitable insurance cover relevant to their role and setting.

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Participants are encouraged to engage actively in course discussions, group activities, and assignments to enhance their own learning and support that of others.

Participants agree to maintain the confidentiality of any personal information or shared experiences disclosed within the course or support group. What is shared in the group stays in the group.

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Regular participation is expected. While the course is self-paced, participants should make a reasonable effort to stay engaged throughout its duration.

If participants encounter inappropriate behaviour or content, they are encouraged to report it directly to D-Restricted Ltd via the designated contact email diana@tongue-tie.info.

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