Specialist Diploma In Eating Disorders

Therapeutic work with clients affected by an Eating Disorder is an expanding and specialist area of practice. An informed, holistic and evidence based approach to therapeutic work with this client group can substantially improve clinical outcomes and promote sustainable recovery.

Our IACP CPD Approved and Recognised Specialist Diploma in Eating Disorders will present an holistic, evidence based exploration of eating disorders and equip participants with the knowledge, skills and competencies to identify, support and engage therapeutically with clients who present with an eating disorder from an integrative framework.

Our training programme is unique in that it is a practical skills-based training with a strong theoretical foundation underpinned by the principals of best practices and the expressed wishes of those effected by an Eating Disorder – expertise and consistency, appropriate and individualised treatment and time to enable recovery (ED Services; HSE Model of Care 2018).

This programme will be facilitated through a blended learning format with some elements delivered on line and others delivered in person at The Greenane Centre, Tipperary.

Awarded 100 IACP CPD points.

Our IACP CPD Approved and Recognised Specialist Diploma in Eating Disorders will enable participants to apply theory to practice, with a strong focus on a holistic and integrative framework. This programme is underpinned by evidenced practices ensuring safe, ethical  and holistic therapeutic interventions in line with national and international guidelines.

1. Demonstrate a sound understanding and appreciation of the different presentations of eating disorders and associated symptoms.
2. Develop a strong evidence based theoretical lens specific to Eating Disorders.
3. Understand the complexity of relationships with food through physiology, neuroscience and psychology.
4. Appreciate professionals’ and carers’ responses and reactions to people with eating disorders and the impact of same in building, maintaining and sustaining a supportive, therapeutic and recovery focused alliance.
5. Understand the importance of nutrients and how these are essential for recovery from an eating disorder.
6. Develop the skills, tools and techniques to implement an integrative therapeutic framework, incorporating creative and expressive techniques.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of managing and working with risk in the context of eating disorders and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach.

Full Fee: €2,550 
€550 Deposit on registration
5 monthly payments of €400

This CPD Diploma is open to practitioners who have successfully completed:

• A Degree or Diploma in Counselling/ Psychotherapy/ Psychology

• Nurses, GP’S, Nutritionists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers who support service users presenting with an Eating Disorder/ Disordered Eating

This programme may also be of interest to Play Therapists, Art Therapists, Drama and Music Therapists who have appropriate experience and accreditation and are seeking to expand their skillset to work therapeutically with clients who present with an Eating Disorder/ Disordered Eating

This Programme will be facilitated online via Zoom and in-person for 3 consecutive days at The Greenane Centre.

• Reflective Learning Journal – 2000 words.
• Book Review – 1500 words

Please read our Terms and Conditions document carefully. You will be required to indicate your consent on the programme application form.