Food Addiction Treatment Certification Program
Complete this program to become a Certified Food Addiction Professional (CFAP)
$6,500
Next cohort September 2025.
Total of 170 hours
Program outline
The program includes four sections (A, B, C, & D) for a complete finalization as a CFAP.
SECTION A
Food Addiction Assessment and Treatment Course
Using the Food Addiction Assessment and Treatment Workbook, which is based on the ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) validated treatment protocol for „best practices,” students learn about screening, assessment and intake, treatment planning, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, education, referral, records and record keeping, consultation, professional growth, the addictive personality, and codependency.
The course ends with an open book exam.
SECTION B
Treatment and Recovery Practicum
Students participate in a 15-week outpatient treatment program. Learning by doing. Program students are joined by clients seeking treatment. The Practicum will cover biology and psychology of food addiction, brain chemistry, food addiction within the addiction framework, food chemistry and triggers, stages of recovery, treatment, withdrawal, relapse, self-care actions, peer groups, recovery tools and additional resources for developing a support network for ongoing recovery.
Takeaway: Each participant develops a customized abstinence plan introducing daily practices, accountability, and support with a structured food plan, recovery actions and check-ins.
SECTION C
Final Project and Presentation
Students prepare a project they choose to present to their fellow students (a 30-minute PowerPoint presentation). The project can be a research project, a lecture on food addiction, or a complete program presentation for a client.
SECTION D
Monthly lectures by our experts
Students are exposed to monthly lectures by world-renowned experts in Food Addiction science and clinical guidelines for counseling and treatment.
Prerequisites
- CV/Resume
- Two (2) Reference Letters
- Statement of Intent & Goals
- Application Interview with Director Esther Helga. After submitting your application to the program, you will receive an email from Esther, inviting you for an application interview before you can be fully accepted into the program. This interview is free of charge.
When you have been accepted into the program, you will receive a 24/7 access to the Moodle Student platform where all material for the courses are set up for you:
- A Student Manual with reading material, prerecorded lectures for each chapter, excersices amd assignments as well as a discussion forum for students.
- Recordings and teaching material from the Expert Teachers and Lecturers.
- All sessions are recorded and can be downloaded and viewed at any time.
Session dates
Fall 2025 Cohort:
SECTION A
Food Addiction Assessment and Treatment Course
The Teaching Manual,
September: 19, 20, 21, 26,
October: 10, 24
November: 07, 21
December: 05
SECTION B
Outpatient Treatment and Recovery
October: 03, 04, 05, 11, 18, 25
November: 01, 08, 15, 22
December: 06, 13
January: 10, 17, 24
SECTION C
Final Project and Presentation
January: 17, 24, 31,
February: 07, 14, 21,
Certification Ceremony: February 28, 2026.
Monthly lectures by our experts
Certification
The course ends with an online certification ceremony were each student is presented with INFACT Certification for completion of the course and the European Certification Board Certificate as a Food Addiction Professional (CFAP).
Payments
After being accepted into the program, you can pay through bank transfer or credit card.
Further information on how to proceed with payments will be provided via email.
20% early bird discount when paid before August 03. 2025.
10% discount when paid before September 01. 2024.
12 month payment plan available of $550 per month.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds will be given; this includes registration for courses, programs, bookings, services or any INFACT School offerings purchased online in any manner whether via payment plan, discounts, coupons, or special incentives. All sales are final. This policy is in place to ensure that all students have access to the same high-quality education, regardless of their financial situation. By prohibiting refunds, we are able to keep tuition costs accessible for everyone, as every online purchase invokes an administration cost. We understand that there may be extenuating circumstances that prevent a student from completing a course or fulfilling a commitment made. However, we cannot offer refunds in these cases. If you are unable to complete a course or keep your commitment, we encourage you to ask about alternative options. We appreciate your understanding of this policy. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Code Of Conduct
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