Endorsement Policies:
Moving from one level to the next

To assure fulfillment of the MI-AIMH 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

Intent to apply

The burden of responsibility is on the endorsed member to inform the MI-AIMH Central Office in writing (not e-mail) 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. The MI-AMH Central Office will (re)assign an IMH 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 IMH advisor and submitted to the MI-AIMH Central Office 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 MI-AIMH Endorsement at Levels I, II or III does not need to pay an additional application fee. The fee for Endorsement is as follows:

Endorsement Requirements

Documentation Level I to II Level II to III Level III to IV
In-service Training 30 hours 30 hours 30 hours
Reflective Supervision or Consultation 24 hours within a 2 year time frame, following criteria as stated in guidelines 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)		 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)
References 3 new references: 1 must be from the person providing reflective supervision or consultation. 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. 3 new references: Clinical candidates: References must include a person who provided supervision and one who received supervision or training from you.
Exams Not Applicable 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.		 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.
Education Update transcripts documenting degree/courses as required. Update transcripts documenting degree/courses as required. Update transcripts documenting degree/courses.