SYEDA TRAINING PROGRAMME
Model of Training
SYEDA uses a cascade training model that equips key professionals across priority sectors in South Yorkshire to share knowledge throughout their organisations or institutions accelerating reach and impact.
The aim of this approach is to not only offer early intervention and awareness but also to embed training fully within an organisation or institution, building expertise among a core staff team who can model best practice and act as champions for early intervention. This ensures sustainability by keeping the topic of eating disorders and disordered eating behaviours visible and relevant, helping to reduce shame and stigma and promote earlier identification and support for those at risk, ultimately creating a culture where concerns are recognised early and addressed with confidence and compassion.
Adopting a Tiered Approach
Our training model adopts a tiered approach, offering different levels to meet the needs of a wide range of audiences.
Tier 1 - Awareness Raising & Stigma Reduction
Level: Introductory/ Foundational
For: Professionals with little or no prior knowledge of eating disorders or disordered eating behaviours
Training Title: Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating Behaviours
Purpose: Broad, accessible training designed to support professionals to recognise eating disorders and disordered eating behaviours, challenge stigma, and feel confident having compassionate conversations that encourage early support and intervention.
Format Options:
90- Minute Online or in person training
4 Versions available to meet needs of different audiences; Healthcare, Education, Community and Sports & Fitness
Access to pre-recorded training and Resources
Self- Directed Training Package
Tier 2 - Building Confidence and Embedding Best Practice
Level: Intermediate/ enhanced
For: Professionals with a working knowledge of eating and disordered eating behaviours or who have completed Tier 1
Training Title: From Recognition to Response: Supporting Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
Purpose: To deepen understanding, build practical skills, and prepare identified staff to act as internal champions within their organisation, supporting early identification, safe responses, and effective signposting.
Tier 3 – Specialist Training
Level: Intermediate/ enhanced
For: Professionals working in high-risk or specialist contexts who require in-depth, practical knowledge of eating disorders and disordered eating behaviours.
Purpose: This tier is designed for those supporting populations with additional vulnerabilities, including individuals with neurodivergence, perinatal clients, or other specialist groups. Participants are expected to have a foundational understanding of eating disorders (e.g., through Tier 1 or Tier 2) and are looking to deepen their expertise to implement tailored interventions, provide safe, informed support, and act as internal or sector-specific champions.
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Online Training Platform
SYEDA is currently developing an online training platform, with a range of specialised training modules such as Neurodivergence & Eating Disorders. We anticipate this training to be available from February 2026.
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