Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist

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Plant-Based Nutrition Essentials 

CEC / Specialization Course and Certification

Enrolment Options:  You can take this plant-based nutrition course individually as an informative non-certificate course to learn more about vegetarian diets or you can take the full practitioner training and become a Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist. Past graduates of our Holistic Nutrition & Health Coach program and Holistic Nutritionist program who would like to add this individual course will be eligible for the Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist certification after completion. Enrolment options for both tracks can be found further down the page.

Explore the varying plant-based diets from the range of vegetarian categories to vegan and raw food diets in this comprehensive vegetarian nutrition/plant-based online certification course.

The plant-based certificate course provides the specific nutritional requirements of a healthy vegetarian plant-based diet including information on how to transition towards a plant-based diet and guidelines for the changing requirements during every life stage.

After completing the course you will receive a certificate of completion. Once you complete the full Holistic Nutrition & Health Coach with plant-based nutrition as your specialty, you will receive an officially stamped diploma in the mail listing your designation.

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  • Course Hours:  160
  • Credits:  35

 

 

The HEALTHY Vegetarian

There are many types of vegetarian diets, but they all have a similar principle in common; an increase in plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, dried beans and peas, grains, seeds and nuts; and a decrease in animal foods.   Some vegetarian diets allow eggs, dairy, and fish, where others do not.  A vegan diet requires complete abstinence from animal foods and products.    

It may surprise you to know that it is just as easy to be an unhealthy vegetarian as an unhealthy carnivore.  When you decide to follow a vegan or vegetarian diet, it is important you are aware of common deficiencies and meal planning considerations to ensure a smooth transition and long term good health.   

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Course Details

By the end of this course, you will have a solid understanding of what makes up a healthy plant-based diet.   You will know how to avoid common deficiencies and easy subs for vegan living.

Duration of Course:

This course can be completed within 8-12 weeks based on 7-10 hours per week of study time, but you may complete it sooner if you have more time available for learning.   Though this course was designed to be completed within a 3 month period, you have 6 months of access in the portal ensuring those with the busiest schedules have enough time.  Please be mindful of your timeline.  You will receive a reminder a week before access will close and at that time you can reach out for an extension if needed.

You have a maximum of 12 months to complete the full Tier 1 Holistic Nutrition Coach program and 24 months for the 2 Tier Holistic Nutritionist program if you are taking this course as part of the larger diploma tuition package.  All specialization courses are taken after the core program is completed.

Included in Tuition:

    • Partial learning materials, study guides, and reference materials
    • Plant-Based Sprouting Guide, Protein Guide, and Plant-Based Kitchen Guide
    • Testing and exams
    • Full student support
    • Student account & access to Online Learning Portal
    • Online forums & live chat rooms to connect with other students
    • Certificate upon graduation

** One additional book is required for this course.

Assessment:

You must complete a lesson test after each lesson, and a proctored final exam upon completion of the course. Students must score 80% or higher to pass the course.

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  • FAQs
  • The Vegetarian Nutrition certificate course is perfect for health professionals, nutrition practitioners, vegetarians, and/or anyone interested in living a plant-based lifestyle.

    It is also a phenomenal addition to your professional toolbox if you are already an alternative health practitioner, physician, massage therapist, personal trainer, yoga instructor, or anyone who works with individuals with health conditions, in addition to those who are trying to improve their health.

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  • Upon completion of the course, you will receive a completion certificate in Vegetarian Diets. Upon completion of all the required courses in the Holistic Nutrition & Health Coach program or the Holistic Nutritionist program, you will receive an official designation and a stamped diploma in the mail listing you as a Certified Nutrition Coach and an additional stamped certificate listing you as a Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist. Grads of the full program qualify for registration status and professional membership and liability insurance through various organizations including HCA,  CAIN, NANP and CEBHC.

  • How long is this course?

    This course can be completed within 8-12 weeks based on 7-10 hours per week of study time, but you may complete it sooner if you have more time available for learning.   Though this course was designed to be completed within a 3 month period, you have 6 months of access in the portal ensuring those with the busiest schedules have enough time.

    Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

    Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion. Upon completion of all the required courses in the Holistic Nutrition & Health Coach program or the Holistic Nutritionist program, you will receive an official designation and a stamped diploma in the mail listing you as a Certified Nutrition Coach and an additional stamped certificate listing you as a Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist.

    Can I take this course if I am not a graduate of your Holistic Nutrition & Health Coach or Holistic Nutritionist Certification Programs?

    Yes, you are welcome to take this comprehensive plant based diets course as it is open to the public and is a very popular option for people considering transitioning to a plant based lifestyle. It is also a good choice for practitioners looking to enhance their current profession.

In this Course You will Learn

  • How to Thrive as a Vegetarian Through the Life Cycle (pre/postnatal, lactation, infancy, childhood, teens, adults, and seniors)
  • How to Avoid Common Deficiencies
  • When to Supplement
  • Plant-Based Fitness Nutrition
  • Raw Food Lifestyle
  • Defining Types of Vegetarian Diets
  • Health Benefits of Plant-Based Diets
  • Vegetarian Food Guide
  • Environmental Impact of Plant-Based Living
  • Chronic Disease Prevention
  • Plant-Based Proteins – what to avoid & what to eat
  • Vitamins & Minerals
  • Recipes, cooking tips, storage & prep
  • How to avoid common mistakes when implementing a plant-based diet

 


 

Method of Course Delivery:

Upon registration, you will receive a user id and password to your student account on our Online Learning Portal.   Your student account is mobile responsive allowing you to study on the go from anywhere in the world!

  • All materials for this course materials are in your account ready for viewing online or to download
  • All testing is conveniently submitted online
  • You have access to a global community of classmates via the online forums and live chat rooms

You can learn more about what to expect from online learning in our Prospective Students resource area.

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Enrollment Options

 

 

  • Single Course Enrollment

    Individual Plant-Based Nutrition Course

    Tuition includes:

    • Plant-Based Diets course

    ** Please note that taking this course on its own is considered general interest to learn more about plant-based diets.  Taking it in conjunction with the courses in the Holistic Nutrition & Health Coach program qualifies graduates to receive the Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist certificate.

     

    $649

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  • Specialization Package Enrollment

    Tier 1 Holistic Nutrition Coach Specializing in Plant-Based Diets

    Tuition includes:

    • Holistic Nutrition & Health Coach Certification
    • Nutrition Business Blueprint
    • Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist Certification

    To enrol in the full 2 Tier Holistic Nutritionist Program with a Plant-Based specialty click HERE

    ** The Plant-Based Diets course is only $300 when part of a specialization tuition package.  In combination with the courses in the Tier 1 program or full 2 Tier program, you qualify for the Plant-Based Nutrition Specialist certification when you add this specialization.

    $2846

    Click on the "register now" button below to view payment plan options

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