Holistic Nutrition
Diploma

1st-Term

BMS197 – Anatomy & Physiology I

This foundational course provides a detailed introduction of the levels of structural organization and characteristics of the living human organism. Students will be introduced to anatomical terminology, basic biochemistry, cellular anatomy and physiology. This course will conclude with a study of the integumentary system and bone tissue.

HN100 – Fundamentals of Holistic Nutrition.

This comprehensive course provides an overview of holistic nutrition practices. Drawing on both Eastern and Western paradigms of food therapy as well as food monographs, the course introduces students to the use of food as medicine and examines constitutional tendencies. Emphasis is on using real, whole foods to maintain balance and to prevent and treat disease. Students will explore nutrition in the context of individual body ecology, eating patterns, lifestyle factors, and local and global practices and trends.

HN101 – The Science of Food & Digestion

In this course, students will learn about the constituents of the whole food at macromolecular and micro molecular levels. To understand the mechanism of digestive system and its associated disorders. To begin to explore where nutrients come from, as well as their importance for particular tasks in the body and problems faced by deficiencies.

HN102 – Food As Medicine

This course focuses on the core of holistic nutrition: learning to choose foods that promote an individual healthy lifestyle. It covers both modern and traditional nutrition modalities, such as Paleo-primal diets, Low-carb, and High-protein diets for various conditions. Further, it covers the application of ancient medicinal methods such as Ayurvedic and Chinese Traditions, as well as current methods that relate to holistic individuality. Students will learn how to build their own dietary regimes and relate to food in way of supporting the long-term Life of body-mind-soul.

HN103 – Psychology of Nutrition I (Eating Addiction: A Holistic Approach to Recovery)

This course explores various unhealthy eating habits, patterns and addictions. Students will gain a deeper understanding of eating addictions and disorders from a holistic perspective. They will also learn practical strategies for helping clients move toward a healthier relationship with food and their bodies.

HN104 – Lifecycles I: (Weight Management: From Diet to Lifestyle)

The first in a series of courses that looks at key nutritional issues throughout the lifecycle, this course explores weight management from a lifestyle and lifecycle perspective—moving beyond diet and towards sustained, healthy body weight. It covers the conditions of being underweight and overweight, as well as the science of weight gain and loss from traditional and biomedical perspectives. Students will explore the flaws of calorie counting, and focus on the new science behind weight loss, understanding metabolism, lifestyle factors and exercise levels.  Emphasis will include using individualized eating and lifestyle plans to maintain an optimal body weight with minimal struggle.

HN105 – Food Allergies & Sensitivities I

This course explores common food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities, including their consequences for the body and mind. It covers methods for identifying, managing, and treating allergic and sensitivity reactions.

HN106 – Diet Evaluation and Food Coaching

This course looks at the fundamentals of diet evaluation and food coaching. It covers strategies for finding clients; strategies for coaching clients about their main health issues and goals; and principles of diet evaluation. Students will learn and practice skills needed to help others implement healthy eating plans. They will also develop client forms, questionnaires, and other supporting materials

HN107  – Nutritional Supplements

This course will explore the value of nutritional supplements with emphasis on key terms, labeling and manufacturing, vitamin & mineral combinations, accessory nutrients, as well as the application of supplements in practice.

2nd-Term

BMS198 – Anatomy & Physiology II

This foundational course provides a comprehensive introduction to the musculoskeletal system of the human body. Topics of study will include: muscle tissue, axial and appendicular skeletons, joints and articulations, and various muscular systems of the body. The course will place an emphasis on clinical relevance of structure and function as it relates to the musculoskeletal system.

BMS295 – Human Biology: Biosphere & Environment

In this course, students will learn about the biosphere and human effects on the biosphere.

CHEM197 – Chemistry I

A foundational course that explores atomic structure, matter, protons, neutrons, electrons, chemical states: gases, liquids and solids, phase equilibrium, chemical bonding, solutions, electrolytes, oxidation-reduction reactions, and introduction to organic chemistry. Laboratory skills emphasize observing, recording and discussing experimental data by way of experiments.

CHEM198 – Biochemistry I

A study of chemistry as it relates to living organisms with focus on cell chemistry, maintenance, structure and function, metabolic pathways, manufacture of energy, enzymes, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins, and nucleic acids and the essential processes of respiration, metabolism, repair, replication and cell death.

HN200 – Fundamentals of Holistic Nutrition II

Fundamentals of HN II aims to further an understanding of the Holistic approach to Nutrition and sustainable health. The course aims to expand and explore food quality, cultivation and food industry. Emphasis will include understanding the physiology of Nutrition: digestion, food preparation, and fermentation.  Students will explore both Ayurvedic and Mind-Body Nutrition practices, with specific focus on the relationship between mind, body, and food. Increased understanding of detoxification and cleansing applications, benefits and/or health risks, and consideration of individual requirements will be covered. Overall emphasis will include a comprehensive and holistic approach to sustainable health with regards to diet and lifestyle habits, emotional aspects, mindset, and behaviours.

HN204 – Lifecycles II (Pregnancy, Infant & Childhood Nutrition)

Lifecycles II is centered around prenatal, postnatal, infant, and childhood nutrition. Students will learn about the stages of pregnancy and gestation and the importance of supportive nutrition and lifestyle practices. This course will deepen the understanding of fetal development, nutritional requirements, and infant nutrition, feeding stages, and digestive development and capability. Students will explore postpartum health and how to prevent and support postpartum depression. The course will also cover childhood nutrition and holistic approaches to common childhood health concerns.

HN205 – A Survey of Medicinal Herbs from Europe, the Middle East and Asia

In today’s world, there is an increased interest in using plants and plant extracts as medicine. In this course, we will focus on a series of plants used in both traditional and modern medicines to treat disease and improve health. Not only historical but modern applications of the plants as medicines will be explored through class presentations and discussions, looking to the future of medicines from plants. Hence, in this course, we will study the history and practices of traditional medicine systems from around the world including traditions from Africa, South America, China, India, North America and Persia.  Also, to better understand how and why certain medicinal plants are used in healthcare, we will study pharmacologically active phytochemicals.

3rd-Term

BMS399 – Nutritional Pathology & Cardiovascular Health

This course provides a thorough understanding in the study of the causes and effects of disease on the Human body. The dynamics of the circulatory system, composed of the heart, blood and vessels will be studied. The course will focus on the cardiovascular system, including the etiology of various disease states and effective recognition of the various nutritional factors involved with the disease process. Pathology and symptomatology of various conditions. Research is presented to demonstrate the impact of genetics and various diets and activity levels on the health of the cardiovascular system. Student’s examine health supportive dietary, lifestyle, herbal, and supplement recommendations and develop protocols to support healing and prevent common conditions of the cardiovascular system.

HN300 – Fundamentals of Holistic Nutrition III

This course will review basic pharmacology principles and modern scientific research findings as they relate to herbal medicine. A wide range of herbal medicines will be investigated in terms of chemical composition and action, toxicology, and known interactions with prescription medicines.

HN302 – Advanced Nutrition Practices: Case Studies

Advanced Nutrition Practices – Case Studies, is a course designed to prepare students to work with clients in a one-on-one style setting. With emphasis on intake, evaluation, and individualized client understanding, the course will guide students through working with clients safely and to best suit their needs. The course will cover dietary guidance and nutritional recommendations, using supplements, creating food lists, client handouts, and creating personalized meal plans and recipe collection. Emphasis will include supporting clients through lifestyle recommendations, mind-body nutrition practices, intuitive eating principles and offers of emotional exploration. Students will learn tools to work with clients, how to set boundaries, and create their own client agreement form. All students will be assigned 10 case studies where they will hold an intake session and provide preliminary recommendations. Each student will bring 2 of their case studies to class for discussion and evaluation.

HN304 – Lifecycles III Adult, Senior & Athletic Nutrition

Lifecycles III is designed to provide students with an in-depth look at adult nutrition, nutrition for seniors, and athletic nutrition. Students will explore specific nutritional requirements, supplement considerations, and lifestyle adjustments for adult women, men, seniors, and athletes. This course will cover performance enhancement programs such as anti-aging, anti-stress, and immune enhancement. Students will explore vegetarian and vegan diets, as well as current nutritional cancer prevention protocols. A deeper understanding of sports nutrition will be a focus in this course, evaluating energy systems, varying nutritional requirements for particular athletes, and explore nutritional requirements and guidance for vegetarian and vegan athletes.

HN307 – Symptomatology: Nutritional Therapeutics

Symptomatology is an in-depth look at supporting specific ailments and dysfunctions within the bodily systems. Students will explore and increase understanding of differing conditions and symptoms with regards to imbalances, how to implement dietary protocols, proper supportive supplementation, and lifestyle adjustments. Areas of exploration include symptoms and disorders within the digestive and intestinal system, diabetes, respiratory and cardiovascular systems, skin disorders, nervous system, endocrine and reproductive disorders, and an exploration of autoimmune conditions. Through private study, students will choose dysfunctions of particular interest, evaluate symptoms, submit research papers and give an in-class presentation with suggestive Nutritional guidance and lifestyle support.

IM552 Naturopathic Perspectives: Functional Medicine

In this advanced course students will attain a fundamental grasp of modern diseases from a Naturopathic perspective including intestinal disorders, endocrine and sex hormone imbalances, allergies, cardio vascular disorders, metabolic disorders, neurologic and musculoskeletal degenerative disorders and Cancer.

PD403  – Professional Development Business Management

In this course students are introduced to the best practices of planning, creating and working in a TCM business. This course will focus on sound business management in terms of:  personal management,  record-keeping, professional collaboration, planning, operations, marketing and financials.

PD404   Jurisprudence & Understanding Research

In this course, students will learn about legalities in holistic nutritional practice. Legal problems and how to avoid them. Holistic nutritional regulations that affect the (a) giving of nutritional advice, and (b) recommending or selling supplements. Students will also be exposed to the basic research methodology and skills to write and critically analyze a research paper.