ESDM Therapist Certification
What does it mean to be a Certified ESDM Therapist?
Certified ESDM Therapists are professionals who have completed a set of training experiences including direct supervision with a Certified ESDM trainer in applying ESDM techniques with children with autism while demonstrating fidelity in the use of ESDM teaching techniques. Certified ESDM therapists are able to supervise the work of other members of their team, if they are working in the same physical location. Click here to see a list of Certified ESDM Therapists.
Click here to understand more about the terms that are used when referring to ESDM therapy.
Becoming a Certified ESDM Therapist
In the US, therapists who are licensed to practice their professions independently, who work primarily with young children with ASD on interdisciplinary teams, and who have completed the Introductory ESDM Workshop are eligible to apply for certification following completion of the Advanced ESDM Workshop.
Click here for more information about enrolling in the Introductory ESDM Workshop which is offered in English, Russian and Spanish in an on-line format through UC Davis Extension.
Prerequisite criteria for applying to the Advanced ESDM Workshops and for becoming a Certified ESDM Therapist:
Work regularly with 12-48 month aged children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Obtained educational degrees beyond a bachelor’s or the academic equivalent from their country of origin (e.g., MA, Ph.D., MFT, SLP, OT), able to make treatment plans and decisions independently
Work as part of an interdisciplinary team (e.g., general/special education teacher, developmental/clinical psychologist, SLP, OT, behavior analyst)
Completed review of the ESDM Manual and can bring their own copy to the workshops
Have the resources to submit training materials, including video recordings for fidelity review.
Have completed the Introductory ESDM Workshop
Click here for more information about ESDM Workshops
