Curriculum Online
CURRICULUM OUTLINE
This is a 17-week program, targeted towards individuals looking to work in the field of nutrition coaching and advising. A 2-week practicum component is also part of the program.
Nutrition Science:
- Research Methods
- Chemistry
- Human physiology - How nutrition relates to: cellular communication, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, Digestive system, central nervous system, immune system, etc.
- Digestion and absorption of nutrients
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry - Metabolism of macronutrients
- Genetics (epigenetics, nutrigenetics)
- Macronutrients - Carbohydrates, protein, and fats
- Micronutrients - Vitamins and minerals
- Energy balance - calculations, recommendations, weight management
- Hydration
Nutrition in Practice:
- Nutritional assessments and analysis
- Program planning
- Recipe modification
- Food label reading
- Nutrition trends and controversies
- Sports and fitness nutrition
- Supplements
- Lifecycle nutrition (infancy to aging adults)
- Pregnancy and lactation
- Food allergies and intolerances
- Customization of advice based on lifestyle and eating preferences
- Intuitive and Mindful eating
- Body Image
- Chronic disease
- Scope of practice
Behaviour Change:
- Habit shaping
- Goal setting
- Active listening
- Providing feedback
- Building rapport with clients
- Asking effective questions
- Client accountability
- Assessing client readiness to change
- Evaluation of progress
Food Industry:
- Government policies and nutrition guidelines
- Food origins
- Labeling requirements
- Food and supplement regulation
- Food marketing
- Organic vs conventional foods
Business Fundamentals:
- Business basics and entrepreneurship
- Attracting clients
- Turning potential clients into paying clients
- Marketing your business
- Managing your finances
- Workshops and public speaking
- Networking and making connections
- Effective time management and goal setting
- Career options
Projects - Putting it into Practice:
- Lunch and learn presentations – develop and deliver an interactive presentation geared towards the public
- Professional practice assignment – develop a social media presence and gain skills in professional communication
- Meal planning assignment – create a customized meal plan for a case study client
- Video coaching assignment – record a one-on-one session with a client to demonstrate how you coach them towards better eating and lifestyle habits according to their goals