Moving from one level to the next
To assure fulfillment of the KAIMH Endorsement requirements as specified, an endorsed member will notify (in writing) the intent to apply for endorsement at the next level of professional development with the following guidelines in mind:
Time-frame for application
- Level I to Level II Minimum of 1 year from the date of Level I Endorsement
- Level II to Level III Minimum of 1 year from the date of Level II Endorsement
- Level III to Level IV Minimum of 3 years from the date of Level III Endorsement
Intent to apply
The burden of responsibility is on the endorsed member to inform KAIMH of the intent to apply for endorsement at the next level of professional development. This should be done at least 6 months before intending to complete the process. This is particularly important to assure that all of the requirements are understood, that there is adequate time for preparation for the Endorsement exam at Levels III and IV, and that the professional portfolio is updated with new information pertinent to the candidate’s application, including contact information. KAIMH will (re)assign an advisor to the endorsed member to answer questions and assist the applicant in the process. The applicant must demonstrate competency and all of the requirements as indicated for endorsement at that next level.
Note: All portfolio materials must be reviewed by the advisor and submitted to the KAIMH at least six weeks before the Endorsement exam is scheduled for Level III & IV candidates. A summary of requirements appears in the chart below.
Application and payment
An applicant who has earned the KAIMH Endorsement at Levels I, II or III does not need to pay an additional application fee. The fee for Endorsement is as follows:
- Infant Family Associate (Level I) to Infant Family Specialist (Level II): $25
- Infant Family Specialist (Level II) to Infant Mental Health Specialist (Level III) $150
- Infant Mental Health Specialist (Level III) to Infant Mental Health Mentor (Level IV) $100
Endorsement Requirements
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Documentation
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Level I to II
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Level II to III
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Level III to IV
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In-service Training
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30 hours
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30 hours
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30 hours
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Reflective Supervision or Consultation
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24 hours within a 2 year time frame, following criteria as stated in guidelines
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50 hours within a 2 year time frame, following criteria as stated in guidelines
(24 hours from Level II may be counted toward this if the application is within 1 year of Level II endorsement)
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Clinical candidates:50 hours within a 2 year time frame, criteria as stated in guidelines
(24 hours from Level III may be counted if application is within the 3 year time frame)
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References
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3 new references: 1 must be from the person providing reflective supervision or consultation.
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3 new references: 1 must be from the person providing reflective supervision or consultation. If candidate has been a supervisor or trainer for at least one year, 1 must be from a supervisee or trainee.
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3 new references: Clinical candidates: References must include a person who provided supervision and one who received supervision or training from you.
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Exams
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Not Applicable
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Yes, required.
Professional Portfolio must be submitted for review no later than 1 month before the scheduled exam date.
Candidate must take both the qualitative and multiple choice portions of the endorsement exam to qualify for endorsement at Level III.
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Yes, required.
Professional Portfolio must be submitted for review no later than 1 month before the scheduled exam date.
Candidate does not re-take the multiple choice portion of the exam. Candidate must take the qualitative portion of the exam specific to the area of expertise. Clinical, policy, or research/faculty. The qualitative portion of the exam is 90 minutes in duration.
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Education
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Update transcripts documenting degree/courses as required.
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Update transcripts documenting degree/courses as required.
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Update transcripts documenting degree/courses.
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Annual Renewal of Endorsement
In order to renew the KAIMH Endorsement® annually, the following is required:
- On-going membership in KAIMH or another infant mental health association
- 15 clock hours of training related to culturally-sensitive, relationship-focused practice promoting infant mental health
KAIMH also strongly recommends that professionals at Level II, III, & IV (Clinical) receive on-going reflective supervision/consultation.
Endorsement renewal is due at the time of membership renewal, by the end of January of each year. For those who earned endorsement in 2009, specialized in-service training hours received in 20010 are due by Jan 31, 2011. Please use the E-form for Annual Renewal to document these hours.
To renew membership, please go to www.kaimh.org. For endorsement, memberships must be individual, not organizational.
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