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Certificate of Training FAQ

Are the Certificate of Training in Obesity Interventions for Adults, Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management, the Level 2 Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management and the Certificate of Training in Childhood and Adolescent Weight Management programs still available?
 
No, these four programs have been discontinued. However, the CDR Weight Management Committee has aligned the pediatric obesity and the adult obesity contents to create the new and exciting Certificate of Training in Obesity for Pediatrics and Adults Course.  
 
Currently, this course is only available virtually.  The virtual course is a learner-driven dynamic course featuring interactive sessions and evidence-based techniques. Learners will be challenged to apply foundational knowledge through four days of highly interactive, skill-focused, and scenario-type activities. Learn more.  
 
What are the requirements to earn a virtual Certificate of Training in Obesity for Pediatrics and Adults?
  1. Successfully complete pre-work modules and assessment tests that will prepare you for the live virtual events.  These modules focus on foundational concepts in weight management science and evidence-based practice.  An 80% passing score is required for the assessment tests.  
  2. Fully participate in four live virtual events.  These events focus on experiential learning activities and will develop your critical thinking and problem-solving skill set. 
  3. Successfully pass a post-test with a passing score of 80%.  Access to this test will be provided after full participation in the four live virtual events have been verified.

What is the tuition for this virtual Certificate of Training in Obesity in Pediatrics and Adults course?

$495.00
 

How many CPE credits are awarded for this virtual Certificate of Training in Obesity in Pediatrics and Adults course?

69 CPE credits

If I attended a previous certificate of training program, should I attend this virtual Certificate of Training in Obesity for Pediatrics and Adults course?

Yes! This is a new learning experience, and this course has different learning objectives and content from the previous programs.

Will I be awarded a credential upon completion of the virtual Certificate of Training in Obesity for Pediatrics and Adults course?

No.  You will not be awarded a credential when you complete this course.  This course is a certificate of training course not a certification program.  Click here to see the difference between a certificate program and a certification program. 

What is the next step after obtaining the virtual Certificate of Training in Obesity for Pediatrics and Adults?

Your next step is to achieve the CDR Board Certification as a Specialist in Weight Management (CSOWM), go to https://www.cdrnet.org/interdisciplinary for requirements.

Where can I locate the number of registrants who were awarded certificates for CDR's previous certificate of training programs?

  • A total of 1,000 participants have been awarded the Certificate of Training in Obesity Interventions for Adults from April 2018 until October 2019.   Click here for a list of recipients. 
  • A total of 6,045 participants have been awarded the Certificate of Training in Childhood and Adolescent Weight Management from September 2003 until May 2019.  Click here for a list of recipients. 
  • A total for14,663 participants have been awarded the Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management from April 2001 until December 2017.  Click here for a list of recipients. 
  • A total of 1,276 participants have been awarded the Level 2 Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management form May 2010 until October 2017. Click here to view the recipients.