IADMS Recognition of Merit
MEMBERS ONLY
The IADMS Recognition of Merit is given to professionals in the field of dance medicine and science who have obtained certain levels of professional achievement and have expressed a commitment to continuing professional development. The aim of this program is to recognize IADMS professional members’ skills and knowledge within their field of work. The importance of this Recognition of Merit is two-fold:
I. To provide best practice standards in the field of dance medicine and science for clinicians, teachers, and scientists.
II. To support our members in achieving profession-specific standards and recognize them for their excellent dance medicine and science skills and knowledge.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
To attain the IADMS Recognition of Merit, one must be a member of IADMS, have completed academic and/or certifying programs of a certain professional rigor (as stated and defined in the application), and must commit to continued engagement in best practices and professional standards. Qualifying continued professional development programs and events include academic and/or medical conference attendance, presentations, publications, online and in-person continuing professional development (CPD) courses, continuing medical education (CME/CEU) courses, and the like. Further, it is expected those who apply to have knowledge of dance demands/training, and experience in the field of dance, either performing, teaching, studying, and/or treating dancers.
The Professional Development Committee will be involved in the production of new, qualifying programs/events. IADMS members who currently run CPD and/or CME/CEU courses are invited to submit them for evaluation and potential inclusion in the programs' criteria.
The different professional membership category requirements were developed through a series of surveys to our membership and others working in the field, as well as through direct communication with recognized experts in each field. The categories account for different qualifications, required in the different regions of the world.
Note: The Professional Development Committee understands that the current list is not exhaustive and would like to hear from professionals who would like this recognition to be considered in those countries that haven’t been included.
APPLICATION DETAILS
The IADMS Recognition of Merit application will be available soon.
Once approved, the recognition lasts 3 years. Approval will include an updated "starred" status for these recognized members on the IADMS Find a Provider online directory. Renewal to maintain status as a recognized professional will be required thereafter.
Academic and additional certifying qualifications for applicants are:
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CATEGORY |
MIN QUALIFICATIONS |
+ QUALIFICATIONS |
MEMBERS OF: |
LICENSE |
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Applied Scientist |
MSc Sports and Exercise; MS/c Dance Science |
ISAK; BSc Sports and Excercise Science |
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Athletic Trainer |
MS in AT/Kinesiology |
CSCS, FMS, Taping |
NATA |
Yes |
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Chiropractor |
MSc |
CCSP |
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Yes |
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Clinical Psychologist |
PhD; PsychD |
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National Association |
Yes |
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Dance Educator |
Masters |
Teaching Diploma; First Aid |
Vocational Association |
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Dietician/Nutritionist |
MSc |
Sports Nutrition; Disordered Eating |
National Association |
Yes |
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Physical Therapist/ Physiotherapist |
MSc; DPT |
Pilates Certification; Sports PT |
National Association |
Yes |
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Physician |
MD; DO |
Sports & Exercise Medicine Fellowship |
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Yes |
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Pilates Instructor |
Pilates Teaching Diploma; Rehabilitation Certification |
BSc Movement Science; BA Dance |
Pilates Association |
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Podiatrist |
BSc |
DPM |
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Yes |
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Psychotherapist |
MA |
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National Association |
Yes |
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Researcher |
PhD |
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Strength & Conditioning Specialist |
MSc Sports & Exercise Science; Strength & Conditioning |
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National Association |
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Questions? Email professionaldev@iadms.org
