Holistic Nutrition Certificate Program
The Holistic Nutrition Certificate Program (HNCP) at Kootenay Columbia College of Integrative Health Sciences is a 15 week program that uses modern nutritional models and cross-cultural comparisons to introduce students to whole foods nutrition and food as medicine. Completion of this certificate program enables graduates to use their knowledge to improve their own nutritional choices or those of family and friends and/or work in the health and wellness retail industry.
Enroll for the full program, or take modules of personal interest.
Delivery: On Campus / Online
Length: 15 weeks
Credits: 18
Hours: 270
HOLISTIC NUTRITION PROGRAM FEES - DOMESTIC STUDENTS |
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| Application Fee | $150.00 |
| Student Fees | $107.50 |
| Student Record Archiving Fee | $5.00 |
| Tuition Fee (18 credits) | $4,014.00 |
| Total (not including textbooks) | $4,276.50 |
| Textbooks (approximate cost) | $823.00 |
| Total (including textbooks) | $5,099.50 |
| Anatomy & Physiology Elective | $1,003.50 |
| Total w/elective (including textbooks) | $6,103.00 |
*Program costs are subject to change as development necessitates. |
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HOLISTIC NUTRITION PROGRAM FEES - INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS |
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| Application Fee | $200.00 |
| Student Fees | $107.50 |
| Student Record Archiving Fee | $5.00 |
| Tuition Fee (18 credits) | $4,683.00 |
| Total (not including textbooks) | $4,995.50 |
| Textbooks (approximate cost) | $823.00 |
| Total (including textbooks) | $5,818.50 |
| Anatomy & Physiology Elective | $1,201.50 |
| Total w/elective (including textbooks) | $7,020.00 |
*Program costs are subject to change as development necessitates. |
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*This program is eligible for student loans
- Earn your professional title, and designation
- Comprehensive science-based curriculum provides a strong foundation for a career in the holistic health industry
- Learn how to create individualized health support programs for clients with live case studies
- Opportunity to improve your overall health and wellbeing naturally through nutrition
15 Weeks / 4 Month Program |
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| Credits | Hours | ||
| HN100 | Fundamentals of Holistic Nutrition | 3 | 45 |
| HN101 | The Science of Food & Digestion | 2.5 | 37.5 |
| HN102 | Food As Medicine | 4.5 | 67.5 |
| HN103 | Psychology of Nutrition I (Eating Addiction: A Holistic Approach to Recovery) | 1.5 | 22.5 |
| HN104 | Lifecycles I: (Weight Management: From Diet to Lifestyle) | 1.5 | 22.5 |
| HN105 | Food Allergies & Sensitivities I | 1.5 | 22.5 |
| HN106 | Diet Evaluation and Food Coaching | 1.5 | 22.5 |
| HN107 | Nutritional Supplements | 2 | 30 |
| Total Program Credits | 18 | ||
| Total Program Hours | 270 | ||
DOMESTIC STUDENTS
- A completed application form
- Official transcripts of secondary (high school) and/or post-secondary education – Minimum of Grade 11 completion with Grade 12 English.
- Physician’s certificate of health (Western, Chinese or Naturopathic physician); a general statement of your current state of physical and mental health; including severe allergies
- Two letters of professional recommendation sent directly to the college
- Criminal Record Check done through https://justice.gov.bc.ca/criminalrecordcheck Access Code: B97KBCTESG
- Application fee of $150.00 CDN (non-refundable) for domestic students and $200 for International students.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
- A completed application form
- Official transcripts of secondary (high school) and/or postsecondary education
- Physician’s certificate of health (Western, Chinese or Naturopathic physician); a general statement of your current state of physical and mental health; including severe allergies
- Two letters of professional recommendation sent directly to the college
- Criminal Record Check done through https://justice.gov.bc.ca/criminalrecordcheck Access Code: B97KBCTESG
- Application fee of $200.00 CDN (non-refundable)
A Holistic Nutrition professional graduating from KCCIHS is trained in Natural Nutrition and complementary therapies, whose principal function is to educate individuals or groups about the benefits and health impacts of optimal nutrition.
Available job opportunities:
- Holistic healthcare consulting
- Holistic nutrition education
- Health food store positions
- Why choose KCCIHS?
Our students earn the world’s most comprehensive holistic health and health coaching education, and a certificate that is globally respected and recognized by employers. They use coaching and nutrition expertise to transform their life and career to live a life they love. All our programs have been approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training.
- What are the benefits of being a Holistic Nutritionist?
- You can be your own boss
- You can create your own schedule and ultimate work-life balance
- Your work aligns with your heart
- You get to pursue your passion and build a wellness business that align with your life goals
- You get to experience financial freedom
- You have the choice to use your entrepreneurial skills to create a lucrative career and an additional source of income
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