EDEI Essentials Certificate

Our no-barriers certificate program for all learners who want to deepen their understanding of eating disorders, especially for mental health and health care providers with limited eating disorders education or experience, as well as educators, advocates, coaches and carers—anyone who may come in contact with someone they suspect may have an eating disorder, but does not want to specialize in treating eating disorders: Earn your Certificate for Eating Disorders Foundations. The EDEI Essentials Certificate is a certificate-only program, without professional designation. It contains our 11 self-paced, competency-building online courses -- without the time commitment of our live community practicum. There is no minimum licensure, education, or experience required. You will receive a downloadable, printable EDEI Essentials Certificate of Completion document and have lifelong access to all course content. While this program does not confer credentials, you may earn approximately 25-30 CEUs. (Total number of CEUs is still under review).

What is the difference between a certificate program and a credential?

A certificate program documents completion of comprehensive coursework in a specific topic area. Learners complete a structured curriculum and receive recognition of that achievement with a certificate of completion. Its ideal for professionals who want to deepen expertise, add specialized knowledge to their practice, or explore a new area of focus. The certificate itself signals that you've engaged with substantive training.

A credential goes further. A credential represents mastery of a validated, expert-defined body of knowledge and includes ongoing accountability. It's built on a standardized curriculum that's been vetted against field standards, often through rigorous consensus methods. A credential typically includes verification requirements (such as documented clinical experience), ongoing renewal obligations, and adherence to standards of practice. A credential positions you as having met benchmarks set by the field itself when available.