Level 2 · CCFDT

Certified CFDT Level (CCFDT)

The second level: contribute to CFDT theory and practice and consult with Associate therapists.

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In short

The Certified level builds on the Associate credential. Candidates complete Intermediate CFDT coursework, a classroom experience, 13 hours of clinical consultations and rounds, and a pass/fail seminar and practicum exam. Certified CFDTs contribute to CFDT theory and practice and consult with Associates.

At a glance

CCFDT at a glance

Prerequisite

A full or provisional ACFDT and active work as a CFD therapist in a clinical setting

Training

15 hours required; about 40 hours on average

Clinical consultations and rounds

13 hours

Exams

Course exams at 80% or higher, then a 4-hour pass/fail seminar and practicum exam

Renewal

Every year

The steps

Steps to the full credential

01

Online coursework

Request access to Intermediate CFDT (about 10 hours).

02

Classroom experience

Join the intermediate classroom experience, offered at regular intervals.

03

Seminar and practicum exam

Pass the 4-hour exam, which covers all clinical aspects of the CCFDT role, to receive a provisional credential.

04

Field experience

Within one year, complete 10 hours of consultations and clinical rounds, record at least 20% of sessions for feedback and join weekly CFDI consultation.

If the field experience isn’t documented within a year, provisional status can be renewed for one more year.

Keeping your CCFDT

What comes next

With endorsements in consultation and clinical management and 1,000 clinical hours as a CCFDT, you can work toward the Master level.

Ready for the Certified level?

Contact us to request access to Intermediate CFDT.