Eating Disorder Certifications

You may bypass the IEDS Certification training route and still enroll in a Consultation Cohort to pursue your IEDAS Certification.

Equivalency requirements to enroll in a Consultation Cohort without earning your IEDS Certification:

1. Proof of 40 hours of ED specific education, broken down into specific hour requirements mirroring the IEDS Certification training program outline: 2 hrs of weight inclusivity education, 1 hr of specific education on how to be a trauma-informed provider, 1 hr ED relapse prevention, 6 hours nutrition therapy education (including deconstructing diet culture, macronutrient education, micronutrient education, dietary myth busting, working with Families, meal plans, weight checks and weight goals, assessment and nutrition therapy, Intuitive Eating, parental attitudes regarding food and bodies, Satter model, caution around healthism, Intuitive Movement), 12 hours of therapeutic education (1 hr for each of the following, must all be specific to ED treatment: DBT, RODBT, ACT, EFT, ERP, Harm Reduction, FBT, CBT, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Psychodynamic Theory), 6 hrs intersectionality/bias/cultural considerations specific to the ED population, 3 hrs person of the clinician (personal development including understanding your own biases and how they affect your clinical work), 3 hrs ED specific diagnosis and assessment, 3 hrs ED specific body image education, including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, 3 hrs compulsive exercise education specific to EDs.

2. Pay the fee of $495.

3. Pass equivalency exam with an 80% or higher.

4. Interview with Consultation Director to be accepted into an IEDAS Consultation Cohort.

You may bypass the IEDS Certification training and Consultation 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). You will not be able to purchase your 3rd Term until this requirement is met.

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.

   4. One letter of recommendation, including the following: evidence of ethical standards, clinical skills, and growth areas.

   5. Final Oral Assessment: Case study presentation with the IEDE Consultation Director

   6. Submit your resume or CV

   7. Pay the fee of $495

1. Earn the IEDS Certification, or meet equivalency standards. Equivalency cost is included in the fee for IEDAS-C credential.

2. Earn the IEDAS Certification, or meet equivalency standards. Equivalency cost is included in the fee for IEDAS-C credential.

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

4. Proof of 2 years of mentorship or leadership experience 

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 $750.

Fee includes lifetime access to the IEDS Certification training.

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.