About this course

This course has been designed for professionals, carers and support people, and individuals who may be experiencing concerns for themselves or others to build on and feel confident in their understanding of eating disorders.

  • Five course chapters to be taken at your own pace

  • Multiple ways to learn, including written, visual, and audio content.

  • Lived experience reflections and learnings from people who have recovered.

  • No cost learning! This course has been made available for free for everyone.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Acknowledgement of Country

    • Welcome to Eating Disorders Explained

    • Your Team
  • 2

    Chapter 1: Understanding Eating Disorders

    • Introduction

    • Myth or Fact?

    • Understanding the Basics of Eating Disorders

    • Types of Eating Disorders

    • The Impacts of Eating Disorders

    • Chapter Summary & Resources
  • 3

    Chapter 2: Risk Factors and the Signs and Symptoms of an Eating Disorder

    • Introduction

    • Risk Factors

    • Signs and Symptoms

    • Chapter Summary & Resources
  • 4

    Chapter 3: Eating Disorder Prevention and Early Intervention

    • Introduction

    • Understanding Prevention & Early Intervention

    • Preventing Eating Disorders

    • Intervening Early

    • Chapter Summary & Resources
  • 5

    Chapter 4: Approaching Someone that You're Concerned About

    • Introduction

    • Be Prepared

    • Communicate Thoughtfully

    • Encourage Help Seeking & Offer Information

    • How Someone Might Respond

    • Follow-up

    • Chapter Summary & Resources
  • 6

    Chapter 5: Support Options and Resources for Ongoing Learning

    • Support Options

    • Resources for Ongoing Learning

    • Final Messaging & Closing

    • Your feedback - Share your experience