Get the Official Competency Crosswalk
This Alliance-approved Tier 4 document shows how COSP™ meets certain requirements for all endorsement levels.
Preview: What’s Inside
- 23 Competencies Fully Met through COSP training
- 12 Additional Competencies Partially Met
- Official mapping for IFA, IFS, IMHS, IMHM, ECFA, ECFS, ECMHS, ECMHM, and ERS
- Approved by the Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health
| Knowledge/Skill Area | Notes for IMH-E® | Notes for ECMH-E® | Endorsed Reflective Supervisor | Notes related to Competency Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IFA, IFS, IMHS, & IMHM | ECFA, ECFS, ECMHS, & ECMHM | ERS | ||
| ▶ Theoretical Foundations | ||||
| Pregnancy & Early Parenthood | Partially Met for IFA & IFS | Partially Met for ECFA & ECFS | — | |
| Infant/Young Child Development & Behavior | Partially Met for IFA & IFS | Partially Met for ECFA & ECFS | — | |
| Infant/Young Child Family-Centered Practice | Fully Met for IFA, IFS, IMHS, & IMHM | Fully Met for ECFA, ECFS, ECMHS, & ECMHM | — | |
| Relationship-Focused Therapeutic Practice | Fully Met for IFA, IFS, IMHS, & IMHM | Fully Met for ECFA, ECFS, ECMHS, & ECMHM | — | |
| Family Relationships & Dynamics | Fully Met for IFA, IFS, IMHS, & IMHM | Fully Met for ECFA, ECFS, ECMHS, & ECMHM | — | |
| Attachment, Separation, Trauma, Grief & Loss | Fully Met for IFA, IFS, IMHS, & IMHM | Fully Met for ECFA, ECFS, ECMHS, & ECMHM | — | |
| Cultural Humility | Fully Met for IFA & IFS Partially Met for IMHS & IMHM |
Fully Met for ECFA & ECFS Partially Met for ECMHS & ECMHM |
— | Child relational learning happens in the context of family culture. |
| Disorders of Infancy/Early Childhood (N/A for FA) | Not Met | Not Met | — | Not covered in material. |
| Psychotherapeutic Theories of Change** | Fully Met for IMHS & IMHM | Fully Met for ECMHS & ECMHM | — | |
| Mental & Behavioral Disorders in Adults** | Not Met | Not Met | — | |
| Adult Learning Theory & Practice** | Not Met | Not Met | — | |
| ▶ Direct Service Skills | ||||
| ▶ Working With Others | ||||
| ▶ Reflection | ||||
| ▶ Thinking | ||||
| ▶ Communication | ||||
| ▶ Law, Regulation, & Policy | ||||
| ▶ Systems Expertise | ||||
Quick Guide:
- ** Areas specific to Clinical/Mentor levels.
- Click any section header above to expand details.
Streamline Your Application
Once you complete COSP Facilitator Training, simply submit a copy of your COSP Certificate of Completion along with this co-branded crosswalk to your AIMH's Endorsement Coordinator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does this work for both IMH-E® and ECMH-E® endorsement?
A: Yes! The competency guidelines are the same for both tracks.
Q: Can I use this for endorsement renewal?
A: Absolutely. This crosswalk is designed for both new applicants and professionals renewing their endorsement.
Q: Is this accepted by all state AIMHs?
A: This is an Alliance-approved Tier 4 crosswalk, accepted by all member AIMHs.
