Eating Disorder Certificate

This Certificate Program provides participants with a comprehensive background of knowledge. An eight semester hour curriculum consisting of four courses, the program is designed primarily for mental health practitioners, nutritionists and medical personnel working in the field, but is open to all students.

Participants join with practitioner faculty in small classes for discussion, study, and field experience that engage the full range of issues involved in working with clients who have eating disorders. To accommodate the schedules of working professionals, classes convene one weekend per month for 10 months. Study and discussion continue online between class sessions.

The program, in partnership with the Addictions Program at Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Educations and Counseling, is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive background of knowledge and skills to work effectively with clients. This program meets the academic credentialing requirements of the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (IAEDP).

Those participants holding a master’s degree or doctoral degree in nutrition, exercise physiology, health, behavioral science, or medicine may complete a practicum experience and apply for Certified Eating Disorders Specialist in Nutrition (CEDN) or Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CDES) certification from the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (IAEDP).

Courses

This eight-semester hour certificate program includes four courses, two credits each. The core courses are:

• Introduction to Eating Disorders
• Treatment Modalities for Eating Disorders
• Medical and Physiological Aspects of Eating Disorders
• Nutritional Principals and Treatment for Obesity and Eating Disorders

These four classes have been approved by IADEP for certification. A 3,000 hour practicum is required for certification.

• Practicum

Admission Information

The Counseling Psychology Program and The Center for Community Engagement admit students into the Eating Disorders Certificate program on an ongoing basis. The admission process takes approximately four weeks from the receipt of the complete admission packet.

To be considered for admission, candidates must:

• Have a bachelor degree from an accredited institution with a minimum grade point average of 3.0.
• Complete the Certificate Program Application.
• Submit an official transcript from the highest degree granting institution.

Applicants should submit their completed application packet to Center for Community Engagement, Graduate School of Education and Counseling (Rogers 217), or by mail: CCE, Lewis & Clark, MSC 85, 0615 SW Palatine Hill Rd., Portland, OR 97219.

Application

Click here to download a PDF version of the application, or you may contact us to request one, 503-768-6040 or by email ccps@lclark.edu.

Applications are evaluated by a review committee. Selection of program participants is based on the admission requirements. Applicants will receive written notification of their acceptance, inclusion on a waitlist or non-acceptance two weeks after the application deadline. Applicants accepted to the program will be sent registration information for the first-semester courses. Waitlisted applicants will be notified if space becomes available and will be given an opportunity to register. If space does not become available, waitlisted applicants will be offered a space in the program’s next academic year.

Tuition and Fee Information

Tuition is payable on a semester by semester basis and should accompany course registration. Tuition for academic year 2009-2010:

Graduate degree applicable credit: 2 semester hours, $1,398

Continuing education credit: 2 semester hours, $700

Non-credit/CEU: 30 hours, $500

Credit and Certification Information

Credit Options

All courses in the Eating Disorders Certificate Program are applicable to a graduate degree in counseling psychology Graduate level degree-applicable credit and continuing education credit are available for those working toward a degree. It is advisable for you to consult with an academic advisor prior to enrolling to ensure the coursework will transfer to your program. Standards and expectations for student work have been established by instructors. A significant amount of work outside class is required; regular attendance and timely submission of all class assignments and projects is expected.

Certificate of Completion

A certificate of completion is awarded to all who successfully complete the program in Eating Disorders as a non-credit student. This certificate reflects the total contact hours for continuing education credit of 120 hours. In addition, students needing to document their participation on a course-by-course basis can receive a certificate of completion for each individual course they successfully complete.

Certification Information (CEUs, Licensure and Washington Clock Hours)

Thirty contact hours are available for each course. Participants can receive a certificate of completion for each course completed or NBCC clock hour verification. CEUs may be used toward Oregon and Washington counseling or social work license. Washington State clock hours are available for those who request them at the first class meeting.

Single Course Enrollment

Interested in taking just one class? Introduction to Eating Disorders is the pre-requisite for all other classes. Instructor approval is required to enroll in courses other than Introduction to Eating Disorders. Courses in this program are open for single-course enrollment for those who do not wish to earn the certificate. Please note that courses taken as a non-certificate student are not automatically applied towards a certificate of completion in the program. Single-course enrollments are limited to space available. A waitlist will be maintained for those interested in attending one course only.