PLEASANT HILL, IOWA (November 22, 2024) — The Eating Disorder Coalition of Iowa (EDCI) is proud to announce the launch of a virtual course library designed to provide medical professionals, dietitians, and mental-health providers with specialized training to increase identification of disordered-eating concerns and strengthen proficiency in treating eating disorders.
The courses will be available on the EDCI website at edciowa.com/training beginning on Monday, December 2, 2024.
The eight foundational courses offer a wide range of evidence-based, educational content, tailored to meet the diverse needs of providers. Courses are self-paced and participants may purchase one course, four courses, or all eight courses. Continuing Education (CE) and Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits will be granted for nurses, dietitians, social workers, and physicians. Other professionals, such as counselors, are invited to submit certification of course completion to their respective licensing bodies.
Course topics include:
● Weight and Heath
● Diagnosis and Assessment
● Nutrition’s Role in Eating Disorders
● Medical Considerations
● Therapeutic Foundations
● Family Therapy
● Eating Disorders and Trauma
● Body Image
“EDCI felt a need for accessible and convenient eating disorder training for providers across Iowa. We are committed to equipping professionals with the tools they need to provide compassionate and effective care,” said EDCI Board Member Stephanie Proud. “This virtual library represents a significant step in addressing the need for eating-disorder education across all disciplines.”
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Mission of EDCI: To provide inclusive education about disordered eating and to change cultural narratives regarding food, bodies, exercise, weight, and health. We serve Iowa providers by facilitating training opportunities to elevate the proficiency of disordered-eating care. We seek to be a catalyst of hope, acceptance, understanding, and healing to the larger Iowa community.
