Virtual learning from anywhere in the world.
Same great program, new flexible format.
For 18 years, people have travelled from across the globe to attend our Professional Training Program in New York City. Over the years, we received countless requests from people who wanted to participate in our program, but were not able to travel to New York. So we committed to making our program accessible to everyone with a passion for health and wellness.
Flexible distance learning
How did we do it? We loaded lectures from world-class nutrition experts onto a customized iPod and our Online Education Forum (OEF). Now you can take the core curriculum from the world’s largest nutrition school everywhere you go—in the car, to the gym, on an airplane—the sky is the limit!
How it works
Getting Started: As soon as you enroll, you'll receive a welcome package that includes your iPod, books, DVDs and handouts. You'll have access to the OEF where you can introduce yourself to students and staff, and start learning with Fundamentals classes, which will introduce you to our curriculum. You will also have your personalized website to customize, Focus Classes to listen to, and over 100 different dietary theories to discuss on the OEF.
If possible, completing the Fundamentals classes before the modules start is ideal. It will help you to be prepared and assimilate the new information much faster and on a deeper level.
Modules and the iPod: The bulk of your distance learning curriculum will be structured into 40 modules, and the first module will be released on the OEF on your official program start date. You will use the iPod alongside the modules on the OEF. You’ll listen to audio and video on your iPod, while the OEF contains assignments, downloadable handouts, powerpoints, additional resources, online discussions closely moderated by our staff, and an assignment.
iPod audio and video are led by world-famous guest speakers, and Integrative Nutrition Founder Joshua Rosenthal. As you progress through the program, Joshua will weave together the various theories of the guest speakers, showing you how to apply the concepts in your own life and with your clients.
Each module will take approximately 3 hours to complete. Approximately 1 module will be released per week on the OEF throughout your program.
Tests: After each set of 10 modules, there will be a test that focuses on the content of the 10 modules you have just completed. You will take a total of 4 tests.
Open Sessions: Once a month, you will have the opportunity to join an open session led by staff from Integrative Nutrition. You can ask questions, get support, hear the experiences of other students, and be inspired and motivated by your community of peers. Because our Distance Learning students are geographically dispersed, and because we want to provide you with extra support, we have created these optional live open sessions which we know you will enjoy and benefit from greatly.
Health Coaching Sessions: When you enroll, you'll select your personal health coach who will counsel you one-on-one throughout the year. Your coach is your advocate for success. All coaches are graduates of the program, so they've been in your shoes. Sessions are 50 minutes long, and they take place over the phone. You are free to use the time for building your business, working on personal health issues and getting more direction for your studies.
As soon as you enroll, you can jump right in! Get started here.
