R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-13.8-3: Licensure requirements.

(a) No individual shall practice unless the individual is licensed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

(b) A licensed lactation counselor shall provide lactation counseling services within the scope of practice in the performance of the counselor’s duties.

(c) A licensed lactation counselor is authorized to supervise the following individuals:

(1) Licensed lactation counselor;

(2) Students, interns, or individuals preparing for practice as a lactation counselor;

(3) Care extenders and other team members as appropriate; and

(4) Volunteers.

(d) A licensed lactation counselor shall not delegate any of their duties or responsibilities to any individual under their supervision who is not a licensed lactation counselor.