The Holistic Nutrition Therapist program was created for many different applications. It can be a “stand-alone” curriculum for students desiring an entry level position into personal nutrition counseling, or continuing education for practicing health care workers who want to include personal nutrition counseling in their practice. The program covers the basics of human nutrition, dietary therapies, obesity and eating disorders, and a survey of contemporary dietary practices including alternate theories for body detoxification. This certificate prepares the student to counsel individuals on healthy eating practices, including recommendations for weight management and preventative health.
Career opportunities will include an enhanced holistic health care practice as a massage therapist or nurse, support group facilitation for Eating Management groups, employment in health food stores, and patient educators in health clinic settings. After completion of this certificate the student is prepared for an entry-level position. It is highly recommended that this course be combined with the Life Coaching Program. Employment opportunities in retail situations are generally hourly positions ranging from $8.50 to $15.00 per hour, often plus a commission. Group facilitators are paid $20 or more per hour, or average $30 per session per student as entrepreneurs.
The program covers the basics of human nutrition, dietary therapies, obesity and eating disorders, and a survey of contemporary dietary practices including alternative theories for body detoxification. This certificate prepares the student to assist individuals on healthy eating practices, including recommendations for weight management and preventative health when combined with the AOSHH degree program or a Massage diploma program. In addition, the program would be an excellent combination with Life Coaching.
