Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management Program

"We are positioned to take the lead in weight management. This certificate program will provide the needed training and support to help us meet this significant challenge."

Sachiko St. Jeor, PhD, RD, FADA,
University of Nevada School of Medicine

Over half of American adults are overweight or obese. A dietetics professional, trained to have a comprehensive knowledge of the field and management options, can enable long-term patient compliance and sustained success. This program is designed to produce providers of comprehensive weight management care who also know when and how to refer patients to other specialists. It is open to ADA members, RDs, and DTRs.

The Certificate of Training Offers:

• cutting edge information and skills shared by leading practitioners in the field

• cases and exercises to allow hands-on experience

• valuable resource materials and tools for immediate use and future reference

• an opportunity to showcase your expertise by earning a Certificate of Training.

• 28 continuing professional education units

What's Involved?

These are four components to the Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management Program.

	Online self-study module - 9 hours of reading and activities. Available on-line only.
	Pre-test - Participants must obtain 80% score to attend the on-site program.
	On-site program - 2 1/2 day live workshop. Consists of lectures, table exercises and small group discussions.
	Post-test - After successfully attending the 2 1/2 day live workshop, participants must pass a post-test to receive the certificate. Participants will ony be given one opportunity to pass the post-test.

After successful completion of the four components, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management, suitable for framing.

Cost?

The registration fee is $345.00. Registration includes the self-study module, pre-test, 2 1/2 day on-site workshop and post-test. Meals are not included. Complimentary hot and cold beverages will be available throughout the program.

Additional Costs:

• A complimentary copy of the on-site handouts will be available for downloading within five (5) days of the program. A paper copy of the handouts can be purchased at an additional cost of $25.00.
• A $25.00 cancellation fee will apply once the registration has been processed.
• A Lunch and Learn with the Faculty Event will be held on the 2nd day of the program. Tickets are available at a cost of $35.00.
• In the rare instance you do not pass the pre-test, a refund will be provided minus a $50.00 fee for the nine (9) CPE hours that will be awarded for completing the pre-test and module.

What's Covered?

Current Research and Future Possibilities.. Clinical Management of Overweight and Obesity.. OTC Dietary Supplements.. Behavior Modification.. Application of Popular Diets and Weight Loss Programs.. Formulas for Weight Loss.. Medical Complications of Weight Loss.. Role of Exercise.. Pharmacotherapy... Bariatric Surgery as a Treatment Option..Case Studies

Click here to obtain Course Learning Objectives

Who are the Faculty Members?

• Ruth Ann Carpenter, MS, RD
• Susan M. Cummings, MS, RD
• Christina Biesemeier, MS, RD, LD, FADA
• John Foreyt, PhD
• Gary Foster, PhD
• Molly Gee, Med, RD
• Robert Kushner, MD, MS
• Cathy Nonas, MS, RD, CDE
• Diane Radler, PhD, RD
• Cynthia A Thomson, PhD, RD

Program faculty will be selected from this list.

Who Developed the Certificate Program?

A team of over thirty leading experts in the field of weight management contributed to the development and review of this certificate of training course, including George Blackburn, MD, PhD, Kathy Cobb, MS, RD, CD-N, Gary Foster, PhD, Jim Hill, PhD, Marsha Hudnall, MS, RD, CD, Laura Kettle Kahn, PhD, Bob Kushner, MD, MS, Paul Larson, MD, Richard Mattes, MPH, PhD, RD, Cathy Nonas, MS, RD, CDE, Becky Reeves, DrPh, RD, Judy Stern, MS, BS, ScD, RD, Sachiko St. Jeor, PhD, MS, RD, FADA, Bob Wilson, BS, DTR, and Babette Zemel, PhD.

"Obesity has become a world-wide epidemic and carries significant health burdens. We need specially trained dietetics practitioners to help patients implement the lifestyle changes necessary for effective treatment and to combat this epidemic. This certificate of training provides key information and tools for practitioners working in obesity treatment."

George L. Blackburn, MD, PhD, Harvard Medical School

When and Where are Courses Offered?

Past programs have been filled to capacity several days prior to the registration deadline. CDR strongly recommends that flight arrangements and hotel reservations not be finalized until written registration confirmation is received. You will be given instructions how to access the online self-study module and pre-test within 48 hours of registering.

Click here to review testimonials from participants.

As of May 2010, 8,680 participants have been awarded the Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management. Click here for a list of recipients.

For more information, please contact CDR by e-mail at weightmgmt@eatright.org or call 1-800/877-1600, ext. 5500.

To order mailing labels of certificate recipients, please contact CDR at 1-800-877-1600, ext. 4839 or by email at pjohnso@eatright.org.

Adult Weight Management Self-study module.

What if you can't attend the onsite program:

If you're unable to attend the 2 1/2 day program, complete the Adult Weight Management self-study module and receive 9 CPE hours. Click here to obtain information on the Adult Weight Management Self-Study Module.

Click here to view information on the Certificate of Training in Childhood & Adolescent Weight Management program.

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