Inclusive Eating Disorder Advanced Specialist

IEDAS

The IEDAS credential is the advanced pathway for clinicians who want to deepen their eating disorder treatment practice through structured consultation, skill-building, and ongoing competency assessment that is grounded in an inclusive, trauma-informed, antiracist lens.

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Advanced consultation + competency development for clinicians ready to move beyond foundational eating disorder training

IEDAS

The Inclusive Eating Disorder Advanced Specialist (IEDAS) bridges education and real-world application through structured consultation, skills feedback, and progressive competency assessment. Built for clinicians who want depth, accountability, and community, without the gatekeeping and fragmentation common in traditional pathways.

IEDS Certification Prerequisite
Consultation Cohorts
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Quick Snapshot Info

Format: Virtual Consultation Sessions

  1. Cohort size: 15–20 clinicians

  2. Term length: 3 months

  3. Minimum commitment: 6 terms

  4. Sessions per term: 3 group + 1 individual

  5. Cost: $250 per term

  6. Start window: April–June 2026

Requirements to Earn the IEDAS Credential

  1. Complete the IEDS Certification training.

    • You can begin the IEDS Certification training and join an IEDAS consultation cohort concurrently. You must complete the IEDS training before beginning your 3rd consultation cohort, in other words, you have 6 months to finish the training to continue IEDAS Certification.

  2. Complete 18 months of structured supervision via a Consultation Cohort

  3. Or meet rigorous equivalency standards (see below)

Consultation Cohorts

Sessions are virtual and consist of 15–20 clinicians who move together through quarterly (3-month) terms. Each term includes one 90-minute group session per month and one 50 minute individual session, with ongoing skills assessment across a minimum of 6 terms (18 months total).

Fee: $100 per month for 18 months

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The Inclusive Eating Disorder Advanced Specialist Credential (IEDAS)

What is the IEDAS Credential ?

IEDAS is an advanced certification that recognizes clinicians who pursue advanced, values-aligned eating disorder training and education through high-support consultation, accountability, and demonstrated skill development. It requires 18 months of consultation via the IEDE Consultation Cohort program (or meeting rigorous equivalency standards).


This program was designed to help clinicians integrate inclusive eating disorder treatment knowledge learned from the IEDS Certification into confident, ethical practice, while providing connection and community for learners. Each consultation term combines a learning theme with case consultation and structured feedback, supporting clinicians to strengthen clinical judgment, collaboration, and role clarity over time.

Expectations for Consultation Cohorts: Consultation + learning themes + assessment = IEDAS Certification

Therapists, dietitians, medical providers, and coaches are welcome to join us.

Who is IEDAS for?

IEDAS is for therapists, dietitians, allied medical clinicians, and coaches who want higher-level consultation and skills development in eating disorder care. If you’re early in your journey, the first step is the completing the IEDS comprehensive training, or meeting rigorous equivalency standards.

Outcome Expectations: IEDAS Consultation Cohorts

By the end of the 18 month* IEDAS Consultation Program, learners will have strengthened ability to:

  • Apply inclusive eating disorder treatment frameworks to complex, real cases, moving far beyond only “content knowledge”

  • Clarify scope, roles, overlaps, and teamwork across disciplines

  • Identify common clinical pitfalls (“nutrition traps,” treatment drift, inclusivity, countertransference, overreach, avoidance, complex presentations including comorbidities)

  • Provide more consistent assessment, evaluation, and treatment planning across eating disorder presentations

  • Receive direct, structured feedback that supports clinical competency development, ethical practice, and clinician confidence over time

  • Find professional community and connect with your peers who sharer your values and passions

* An additional 7th or 8th term may be recommended based on learning needs.

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Consultation Cohorts

IEDE Certifications

IEDS
Inclusive Eating Disorder Specialist

Level 1

IEDAS
Inclusive Eating Disorder Advanced Specialist

Level 2

IEDAS-C
Inclusive Eating Disorder Advanced Specialist - Consultant

Level 3

Equivalency Standards

  • You may bypass the IEDS Certification training program route and still earn your IEDS Certification

    Equivalency requirements to earn your IEDS Certification:

    1. Proof of 41 hours of ED specific education, broken down into specific hour requirements mirroring the IEDS Certification training program outline

    2. Pass equivalency exam with an 80% or higher (fee $395). Link: https://inclusive-eating-disorder-education.ce-go.com/courses/ieds-certification-equivalency-exam

    3. Complete and submit your IEDS Equivalency application. Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-lhem-9HIyMFIp77qY1yQ9AY0_ItbrfQ89s2TmMqc2TgJBA/viewform?usp=dialog
      Submitting this application is your final step, and will alert the IEDE team that you are ready for your certification audit. You can expect to hear from us in a timely manner.

  • You may bypass the IEDS Certification training and Consultation Cohort route and still earn your IEDAS Certification.

    Equivalency requirements to earn your IEDAS Credential:

    1. Earn your IEDS Certification traditionally or via equivalency standards outlined above. If you choose the traditional route, you must have earned your IEDS Certification by the end of 2nd Term during your consultation process (equivalent to 6 months into the program).

    2. Proof of total 1000 hours of direct care specifically with eating disorders:

      • 75% face-to-face with clients - 750 hours

      • 25% consultation/supervision, charting, non-direct - 250 hours

      3. Personal statement: Answer the following questions in your own words: What is a time when you experienced weight stigma in a clinical setting, from your own observations as a clinician? What made you want to work in the ED field? Describe your values as an ED clinician, and how they have evolved over time. Note: IEDE strictly prohibits any use of AI in personal writings, such as the personal statement. If you are found to use AI, you may be denied Certification without refund.

    3. Submit your resume or CV

      6. Pay the fee of $395

    4. Complete and submit the IEDAS Equivalency Application. Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPJwZrUb8eqwocHMpybWjQNqdBQNS83q5sMc9zT2Ijbhca3g/viewform?usp=dialog
      This application includes all steps outlined above. This is your final step, and the step that alerts the IEDE team that you are ready for your certification audit. You can expect to hear from us in a timely manner.

    1. Earn the IEDS Certification, or meet equivalency standards.

    2. Earn the IEDAS Certification, or meet equivalency standards.

    3. Proof of 5 years or 10,000 hours of ED specific, direct experience

    4. Proof of 2 years of mentorship or leadership experience (e.g., direct supervision of colleagues, documented leadership experience, or peer consultation)

    5. CV or Resume

    6. Hold an active professional license in your jurisdiction (e.g., therapist, psychologist, dietitian, physician, etc.)

    7. Personal Statement

      1. Describe your supervisory or consulting experience specific to working with ED clinicians 

        2. Describe your values as an ED clinician, and how they have evolved over time.

        3. Describe your advanced skills and competency as an ED clinician, and how they have evolved over time. 

    8. Interview with Consultation Director to assess competency

    9. Pay an application fee of $395.

    10. Complete and submit the IEDAS-C Equivalency Application: Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgGuRnzQsL6JgnKw5NuAl8bjRc4SREvgwtL2bdFgtUObd9QQ/viewform?usp=dialog
      This application includes all steps outlined above. This is your final step, and the step that alerts the IEDE team that you are ready for your certification audit. You can expect to hear from us in a timely manner.

  • Requirements to become an IEDE consultant (IEDAS-C):

    1. Earn your IEDS Credential via the traditional pathway. You may use a 50% off coupon for the training, however you are required to fully complete training and certification requirements. No equivalency option.

    2. Earn your IEDAS Credential via the traditional pathway or equivalency standards.

    3. Earn your IEDAS-C Credential

      • Traditional pathway as stated and including a shadowing process.

      • In addition to other stated requirements, you must shadow at least 3 consultation group sessions.

    4. Agree to IEDE consultation standards, including confidentiality and de-identification expectations

    5. Practice within scope and comply with the laws and ethical standards of their jurisdiction(s)

    6. Some applicants may be asked to complete additional steps to ensure readiness for consultant responsibilities

    7. Reach out to Support@InclusiveEatingDisorderEducation.com with questions and your intent to join the IEDE team.