{"id":965,"date":"2026-01-21T10:01:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T10:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/?p=965"},"modified":"2026-01-20T19:46:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T19:46:44","slug":"clt-vs-clt-lana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/clt-vs-clt-lana\/","title":{"rendered":"CLT vs CLT-LANA: What\u2019s the Difference? (LANA Standards, Requirements, Exam Pathway &#038; Renewal)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re researching lymphedema credentials\u2014either as a clinician planning your next step or as a patient trying to choose a provider\u2014you\u2019ll see two terms constantly: <strong>CLT<\/strong> and <strong>CLT-LANA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They\u2019re related, but they don\u2019t mean the same thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>CLT<\/strong> typically means a clinician completed a comprehensive <strong>Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT)<\/strong> training program and earned a certificate from that education provider.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>CLT-LANA<\/strong> means that clinician met <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clt-lana.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lymphology Association of North America<\/a> (LANA)<\/strong> eligibility requirements and passed the <strong>LANA certification exam<\/strong>, earning an independent credential.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide breaks down the differences and gives you a clear, step-by-step understanding of <strong>LANA training standards, exam requirements, and recertification<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-key-takeaways-quick-answers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"key-takeaways-quick-answers\"><strong>Key Takeaways (Quick Answers)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>CLT<\/strong> is most often a training credential awarded after completing a CDT\/lymphedema therapy certification program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>CLT-LANA<\/strong> is an additional, independent credential earned by meeting LANA requirements and passing the LANA exam.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">LANA eligibility requires successful completion of a <strong>135-hour CDT course<\/strong> and a <strong>current, unrestricted professional license<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">For candidates trained <strong>on\/after Jan 1, 2022<\/strong>, LANA states <strong>45 hours (one-third of 135)<\/strong> may be delivered via internet-based learning.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">The LANA exam is <strong>130 multiple-choice questions<\/strong>; <strong>20<\/strong> questions are included for research.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">LANA certification expires on <strong>December 31st, six years<\/strong> from the last certification date.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-clt-vs-clt-lana-simplest-way-to-understand-it\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"clt-vs-clt-lana-simplest-way-to-understand-it\"><strong>CLT vs CLT-LANA: Simplest Way to Understand It<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/compression-in-lymphedema-management.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Role of Compression Therapy in Lymphedema Management: From Bandages to Garments\" class=\"wp-image-903\" style=\"width:275px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/compression-in-lymphedema-management.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/compression-in-lymphedema-management.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/compression-in-lymphedema-management.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/compression-in-lymphedema-management.jpg?resize=380%2C253&amp;ssl=1 380w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/compression-in-lymphedema-management.jpg?resize=800%2C533&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/compression-in-lymphedema-management.jpg?resize=1160%2C773&amp;ssl=1 1160w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/compression-in-lymphedema-management.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-does-clt-mean\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"what-does-clt-mean\"><strong>What Does CLT Mean?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>CLT (Certified Lymphedema Therapist)<\/strong> generally indicates a clinician has completed a structured lymphedema therapy education program (commonly centered around CDT principles). Because CLT is usually awarded by the training organization, the specific curriculum and assessment are tied to that provider\u2019s standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re still deciding whether lymphedema therapy is the right path\u2014or you want the step-by-step training roadmap\u2014see our guide: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/become-a-certified-lymphedema-therapist-in-2025-why-norton-schools-cdt-course-should-be-your-next-career-move\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Become a Certified Lymphedema Therapist<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-does-clt-lana-mean\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"what-does-clt-lana-mean\"><strong>What Does CLT-LANA Mean?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>CLT-LANA<\/strong> means the clinician completed qualifying CDT education and then pursued <strong>independent certification<\/strong> through LANA by meeting eligibility requirements and passing the certification exam.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-quick-comparison-table\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"quick-comparison-table\"><strong>Quick Comparison Table<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>CLT<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>CLT-LANA<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Awarded by<\/td><td>A lymphedema training\/education provider<\/td><td>LANA (independent certification body)&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Typical prerequisite<\/td><td>Provider-specific (often licensed clinicians)<\/td><td>Current, unrestricted license required&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Education foundation<\/td><td>CDT\/lymphedema therapy course<\/td><td><strong>135-hour CDT course required<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assessment<\/td><td>Varies by program<\/td><td>Standardized LANA exam&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Renewal<\/td><td>Depends on provider\/state\/setting<\/td><td>Expires Dec 31, six years; recertification required&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/course-schedules.html\">View upcoming CDT course dates<\/a><\/em> from the Norton School<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-why-the-difference-matters-clinicians-patients\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"why-the-difference-matters-clinicians-patients\"><strong>Why the Difference Matters (Clinicians + Patients)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-for-clinicians\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"for-clinicians\"><strong>For Clinicians<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>CLT<\/strong> is the gateway: it\u2019s where you build hands-on competency with CDT fundamentals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>CLT-LANA<\/strong> can be a career differentiator because it\u2019s <strong>standardized<\/strong> and <strong>independently administered<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-for-patients-and-referral-sources\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"for-patients-and-referral-sources\"><strong>For Patients and Referral Sources<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many patients are told to look for therapists with robust formal training\u2014and CLT-LANA is one recognizable way to identify exam-certified clinicians. (That said, many outstanding therapists are CLTs who are not LANA-certified.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-lana-training-program-standards-what-lana-expects-from-your-education\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"lana-training-program-standards-what-lana-expects-from-your-education\"><strong>LANA Training Program Standards (What LANA Expects from Your Education)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LANA\u2019s eligibility is built on a clear educational foundation:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lymphatic-drainage-online-class.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Student watching an online lymphatic system lesson on a laptop as part of hybrid CDT coursework\" class=\"wp-image-558\" style=\"width:275px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lymphatic-drainage-online-class.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lymphatic-drainage-online-class.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lymphatic-drainage-online-class.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lymphatic-drainage-online-class.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lymphatic-drainage-online-class.jpg?resize=80%2C80&amp;ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lymphatic-drainage-online-class.jpg?resize=380%2C380&amp;ssl=1 380w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/lymphatic-drainage-online-class.jpg?resize=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-135-hour-cdt-requirement\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"1-135-hour-cdt-requirement\"><strong>1) 135-hour CDT Requirement<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LANA states that candidates must successfully complete a <strong>135-hour course in Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT)<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-internet-based-learning-limits-for-2022-graduates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"2-internet-based-learning-limits-for-2022-graduates\"><strong>2) Internet-Based Learning Limits for 2022+ Graduates<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For candidates trained on or after <strong>January 1, 2022<\/strong>, LANA states that <strong>45 hours (one-third of 135 hours)<\/strong> may be delivered via internet-based learning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why this matters:<\/strong> CDT is hands-on. LANA\u2019s format standards emphasize practical training quality\u2014not just theory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-clt-lana-requirements-eligibility-basics\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"clt-lana-requirements-eligibility-basics\"><strong>CLT-LANA Requirements (Eligibility Basics)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LANA\u2019s published \u201cGet Certified\u201d guidance emphasizes two core eligibility requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>A current, unrestricted professional license<\/strong> (U.S. state or international equivalent)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">Successful completion of a <strong>135-hour CDT course<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because the official requirements can include additional details and documentation steps, it\u2019s smart to confirm your training format and paperwork early\u2014especially if you trained on\/after January 1, 2022.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-clt-lana-exam-pathway-step-by-step\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"clt-lana-exam-pathway-step-by-step\"><strong>CLT-LANA Exam Pathway (Step-by-Step)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/certified-lymphedema-therapist-graduation.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Smiling graduate in cap and gown proudly holding a Certified Lymphedema Therapist diploma\" class=\"wp-image-557\" style=\"width:275px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/certified-lymphedema-therapist-graduation.jpg?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/certified-lymphedema-therapist-graduation.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/certified-lymphedema-therapist-graduation.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/certified-lymphedema-therapist-graduation.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/certified-lymphedema-therapist-graduation.jpg?resize=80%2C80&amp;ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/certified-lymphedema-therapist-graduation.jpg?resize=380%2C380&amp;ssl=1 380w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/certified-lymphedema-therapist-graduation.jpg?resize=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-1-complete-qualifying-cdt-education\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"step-1-complete-qualifying-cdt-education\"><strong>Step 1: Complete Qualifying CDT Education<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most clinicians earn their CLT credential after completing their CDT course, then decide whether to pursue LANA certification next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-2-apply-for-the-lana-exam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"step-2-apply-for-the-lana-exam\"><strong>Step 2: Apply for the LANA Exam<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LANA\u2019s exam application workflow includes an application process, documentation upload, and payment. The application page shows a <strong>$430.00 USD<\/strong> fee.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-3-prepare-based-on-the-official-exam-outline\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"step-3-prepare-based-on-the-official-exam-outline\"><strong>Step 3: Prepare Based on the Official Exam Outline<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most reliable starting point is LANA\u2019s exam outline and content domains (use it like your study blueprint).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-4-take-the-lana-exam\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"step-4-take-the-lana-exam\"><strong>Step 4: Take the LANA Exam<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LANA states the certification exam consists of <strong>130 multiple-choice questions<\/strong>, and <strong>20 questions<\/strong> are included for research purposes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-long-does-clt-lana-last-recertification-and-renewal\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"how-long-does-clt-lana-last-recertification-and-renewal\"><strong>How Long Does CLT-LANA Last? (Recertification and Renewal)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LANA certification is time-limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">LANA states that certifications expire on <strong>December 31st, six years<\/strong> from the last certification date.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">Recertification requirements and policy details are published by LANA and typically involve meeting renewal criteria during your certification cycle.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-065866f4 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/index.html?discount_ref=nsb&amp;course_type=cdt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/norton-school-banner-1024x171.jpg ,https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/norton-school-banner.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/norton-school-banner.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.nortonschool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/norton-school-banner.jpg?resize=1024%2C171&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-784\" width=\"1024\" height=\"171\" title=\"norton-school-banner\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-so-which-credential-should-you-pursue\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"so-which-credential-should-you-pursue\"><strong>So\u2026 Which Credential Should You Pursue?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-if-you-re-building-your-foundation-in-lymphedema-care\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"if-youre-building-your-foundation-in-lymphedema-care\"><strong>If You\u2019re Building Your Foundation in Lymphedema Care<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with a comprehensive CDT course and earn your <strong>CLT<\/strong>. That\u2019s where hands-on skills are built and validated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/cdt-lymphedema-certification-course.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>CDT\u2013Lymphedema Certification Course<\/em>\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nortonschool.com\/home-study-mentor-cdt.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Home Study Mentor<\/a> support<\/em> (helpful for the home-study portion)\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-if-you-want-an-independent-standardized-credential\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"if-you-want-an-independent-standardized-credential\"><strong>If You Want an Independent, Standardized Credential<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plan for <strong>CLT-LANA<\/strong> after your training\u2014especially if your employer, referral partners, or career goals value a board-style exam credential.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-if-you-re-a-patient-choosing-a-therapist\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"if-youre-a-patient-choosing-a-therapist\"><strong>If You\u2019re a Patient Choosing a Therapist<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A CLT indicates formal training; CLT-LANA indicates training plus exam-based certification. Either can be a good sign\u2014then you can ask about experience, patient population, and treatment approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"faqs\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-4f510035 uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.nortonschool.com\\\/blog\\\/clt-vs-clt-lana\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>What is the difference between CLT and CLT-LANA?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"CLT typically indicates a clinician completed a CDT\\\/lymphedema therapy training program and earned certification from that program. CLT-LANA indicates the clinician met LANA requirements and passed the LANA certification exam.\\u00a0\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>Is CLT-LANA \\u201cbetter\\u201d than CLT?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Not necessarily\\u2014many excellent clinicians are CLTs without LANA certification. CLT-LANA is an additional, standardized credential that verifies knowledge through an independent exam.\\u00a0\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>What are the CLT-LANA requirements?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"LANA states candidates must have a current, unrestricted professional license and successfully complete a 135-hour CDT course.\\u00a0\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>Does LANA require 135 hours of CDT training?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. LANA\\u2019s published certification guidance specifies successful completion of a 135-hour CDT course.\\u00a0\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>What are LANA\\u2019s training format standards for 2022 and later?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For candidates trained on or after January 1, 2022, LANA states that 45 hours (one-third of 135 hours) may be delivered via internet-based learning.\\u00a0\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>How much does the CLT-LANA exam application cost?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"LANA\\u2019s exam application page lists a fee of $430.00 USD.\\u00a0\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>What is the format of the LANA exam?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"LANA states the exam consists of 130 multiple-choice questions, and 20 questions are included for research purposes.\\u00a0\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>How long does CLT-LANA certification last?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"LANA states certifications expire on December 31st, six years from the last certification date.\\u00a0\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"<strong>Can I take CLT recertification through Norton School?<\\\/strong>\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Norton School offers a CLT Recertification Program designed to review key topics and refresh competency. \\u00a0\"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-a8db8e86 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What is the difference between CLT and CLT-LANA?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>CLT typically indicates a clinician completed a CDT\/lymphedema therapy training program and earned certification from that program. CLT-LANA indicates the clinician met LANA requirements and passed the LANA certification exam.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-61b15b10 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Is CLT-LANA \u201cbetter\u201d than CLT?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Not necessarily\u2014many excellent clinicians are CLTs without LANA certification. CLT-LANA is an additional, standardized credential that verifies knowledge through an independent exam.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-0a7dabb1 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What are the CLT-LANA requirements?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>LANA states candidates must have a current, unrestricted professional license and successfully complete a 135-hour CDT course.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-62f78ab0 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Does LANA require 135 hours of CDT training?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Yes. LANA\u2019s published certification guidance specifies successful completion of a 135-hour CDT course.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-34f72f0c \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What are LANA\u2019s training format standards for 2022 and later?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>For candidates trained on or after January 1, 2022, LANA states that 45 hours (one-third of 135 hours) may be delivered via internet-based learning.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-550dd57d \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>How much does the CLT-LANA exam application cost?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>LANA\u2019s exam application page lists a fee of $430.00 USD.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-a322dc02 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What is the format of the LANA exam?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>LANA states the exam consists of 130 multiple-choice questions, and 20 questions are included for research purposes.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-d40d1040 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>How long does CLT-LANA certification last?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>LANA states certifications expire on December 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