Who is Eligible:
To be eligible for C-MLD certification, the applicant must hold a state or national license as listed below:
- Physical Therapist
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Occupational Therapist
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Speech-Language Pathologist
- Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
- Chiropractor
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Registered Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Acupuncturist
- Exercise Physiologist
- Certified Nursing Assistant/Aide
- Massage Therapists (Must be either LMT or BCTMB certified)
- Athletic Trainers (Must be BOC certified)
By applying for certification, the applicant agrees to adhere to Evergreen Certifications’ Professional Code of Ethics
Training Requirements:
A minimum of 18 hours of continuing education in specific MLD topics.
Pre-approved, 3rd party trainings that meet the training requirements for C-MLD certification include:
Wondering if a course meets the requirements for C-MLD certification? Submit a copy of or link to the course title, speaker, outline and learning objectives to info@evergreencertifications.com for review.
Please note that Evergreen Certifications does not offer continuing education, all training must be purchased directly through the accredited training organization. Training is not included in the certification fee.
Application Process:
For your initial 2-year certification, please complete the following steps.
- Complete a qualifying training
- Remit your initial application payment of 249.99 USD online
- Upload the following documents to your account:
- A copy of the candidate’s professional license
- Evidence of completion of qualifying training, in the form of a CE or completion certificate
Evergreen Certifications will certify applicants who meet the above requirements.
Please note: Certification does not imply endorsement of competency. As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your profession’s standards.
Renewal Process:
To maintain C-MLD certification, a renewal is required after your initial 2-year certification. A 2-year renewal requires MLD-related 12 CE hours.
Sample C-MLD renewal trainings include:
- Essentials for Edema Reduction course by PESI
- Lymphedema & Complete Decongestive Therapy course by PESI
- Nutrition Strategies for Lymphedema by PESI
Renewal CE content cannot be the same content used for prior renewal or initial certification
Renewal Process
- Complete a qualifying training
- Upload the following documents to your account:
- A copy of the candidate’s professional license
- Evidence of completion of qualifying training, in the form of a CE or completion certificate
- Remit your C-MLD renewal fee of 149.99 USD online
Renewal training hours need to have been taken in the time since you were certified or last recertified.
Renewals are calculated from the date that your certification was issued. If you allow your certification to lapse for more than 2 years, you are no longer eligible to renew your certification and instead can reapply for certification.