iaedp™ established the certification process to promote standards of excellence within the field of eating disorders. Professionals who demonstrate clinical expertise through education, experience and a rigorous examination are eligible for certification as a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS) in mental health or a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist in Nutrition (CEDSN).
Individuals with the Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS or CEDSN) certifications are health care professionals who have met rigorous educational requirements, have accumulated a minimum number of hours of qualifying work experience, have successfully passed a written examination covering the eating disorders field, have made a commitment to stay abreast of current developments in the field through Continuing Education, and have agreed to comply with the Association's Ethical Principles.
Currently, our Academic Members, offer iaedp approved core course curriculum for college credits. The core courses are also available in a self paced, home study format through The iaedp Institute.
 Equivalency Certification - Clinicians with extensive clinical expertise may qualify/apply for...
Honorary Certifications are awarded by the iaedp Board of Directors and iaedp Certification Committee to individuals for their outstanding contribution to the field of eating disorders treatment. 2006 Honorees were Craig Johnson PhD and Kathryn Zerbe MD.
2007 Honoree was Leigh Cohn, Publisher, Gurze Books
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Detailed requirements for each certification and the EDA designation in checklist format are now available for quick review. Click here to download the checklists and information on the core courses in Adobe Acrobat PDF.
Please visit the Quick Links Page for more information regarding certification including the recommended reading list.
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Do you qualify to become certified?
Detailed requirements for each certification and the EDA designation in checklist format are now available for quick review. Click here to download the checklists and information on the core courses in Adobe Acrobat PDF.
Do you need to renew your certification?
There are certain paperwork requirements and documentation that must accompany payment.,,,
 iaedp™ Certification Committee
Certification Manager and Liaison to iaedp Board of Directors:
Julie Holland, MHS, CEDS
Questions? Email Julie!
Committee Co Chairs:
Edward Cumella, PhD, CEDS
Stacie McEntyre, MSW, LCSW, CEDS
Committee:
Sue Renes, MSW, CEDS
Bob Fox, PhD., CEDS
Mohey Mowafy, PhD., RD, CEDS
Mary Bellofatto, MA,LMHC,CEDS
Ken Weiner, MD
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