Choose from 5 Certificate Programs

6 Courses

  • Nutrition and the Digestive System
  • Energy and the Role of Carbohydrates
  • The Role of Fats in Atherosclerosis
  • Energy Expenditure and Theories of Eating
  • Managing Weight, Exercise, and Nutrition
  • How Nutrition Affects Cancer, Osteoporosis, and Hypertension

DESIGNED FOR:

  • Nutrition, health, and wellness professionals
  • Fitness and sports professionals, including personal trainers and athletic coaches
  • Anyone interested in personal wellness and living a healthier life
  • Anyone interested in nutrition, weight loss, diet, and exercise

HOW IT WORKS:

  •   Course Length:
    3 weeks
  •   Program Duration:
    6 months
  •   Class Size:
    Under 35 students
  •   Effort:
    3-5 hours of study per week
  •   Format:
    All Online
  •   Model:
    Instructor-led

3 Courses

  • Foundations of Metabolic Health
  • Assessing the Effects of Obesity
  • Optimizing Metabolic Health Through Nutrition

DESIGNED FOR:

  • Dietitians
  • Nutritionists
  • Community and public health workers
  • Health educators, coaches, and holistic providers
  • Wellness coordinators, consultants, and nutrition program managers
  • Sports medical professionals, including physical and occupational therapists, fitness trainers, and managers
  • Social media influencers
  • Science writers
  • Anyone interested in personal wellness and living a healthier life

HOW IT WORKS:

  •   Course Length:
    2 weeks
  •   Program Duration:
    2 months
  •   Class Size:
    Under 35 students
  •   Effort:
    6-8 hours of study per week
  •   Format:
    All Online
  •   Model:
    Instructor-led

6 Courses

  • Plant-Based Medicine
  • Plants for Muscles, Bones, and the Reproductive System
  • Plants for Mental Health and Pain Relief
  • Plants to Improve Cardiovascular and Respiratory Health
  • Plants for Promoting Digestive and Skin Health
  • Boosting Immunity With Medicinal Plants

DESIGNED FOR:

  • Individuals interested in both traditional and alternative medicines
  • Healthcare practitioners and alternative medicine practitioners
  • Naturopathic and holistic health educators and practitioners
  • Herbalists
  • Wellness and lifestyle coaches
  • Yogis and yoga teachers
  • Professionals across industries such as food and beverage, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals
  • Entrepreneurs

HOW IT WORKS:

  •   Course Length:
    2 weeks
  •   Program Duration:
    3 months
  •   Class Size:
    Under 35 students
  •   Effort:
    3-5 hours of study per week
  •   Format:
    All Online
  •   Model:
    Instructor-led

DESIGNED FOR:

  • Students from the United States must be Registered Dietitians (RD or RDN), or have a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) certification issued by the American Nutrition Association (ANA)
  • International students need to have a credential approved by the International Confederation of Dietetic Associations — full list available here: https://internationaldietetics.org/ndas/

HOW IT WORKS:

  •   Course Length:
    8 weeks
  •   Program Duration:
    8 weeks
  •   Class Size:
    Under 35 students
  •   Effort:
    3-5 hours of study per week
  •   Format:
    All Online
  •   Model:
    Instructor-led

4 Courses

  • Understanding the Person
  • Understanding the Deeper Need
  • Eliciting New Behaviors
  • Promoting Organizational Wellness

DESIGNED FOR:

  • Healthcare professionals
  • Medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, and aides
  • Physical therapists
  • Chiropractors
  • Wellness coaches
  • Personal trainers
  • Naturopaths
  • Health educators and coaches
  • Nutritionists
  • Corporate wellness and HR professionals

HOW IT WORKS:

  •   Course Length:
    2 weeks
  •   Program Duration:
    2 months
  •   Class Size:
    Under 35 students
  •   Effort:
    3-5 hours of study per week
  •   Format:
    All Online
  •   Model:
    Instructor-led
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