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Programme specifications, on the record.

Detailed outcomes, learning objectives, academic levels and the credential awarded — published for each programme so that employers and institutions can see precisely what a credential attests.

Functional Medicine

College of Integrative & Functional Health

Academic Level: Professional Certificate — Level 5
Credential Awarded: Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP)
Duration: Self-paced · Typical 4-8 weeks

Programme Outcomes

Conduct root-cause analysis using functional medicine frameworks
Design personalized wellness protocols based on client bioindividuality
Interpret functional lab markers and relate to systems-biology models
Apply the 5R gut restoration protocol in client settings
Communicate evidence-based recommendations within scope of practice

Learning Objectives

Understand the core principles of functional medicine and systems biology
Master the functional medicine matrix and timeline assessment tools
Evaluate common functional lab tests and their clinical significance
Design integrative wellness plans using evidence-based protocols
Navigate ethical boundaries and referral requirements

Women's Reproductive Health

College of Women's & Reproductive Health

Academic Level: Professional Certificate — Level 5
Credential Awarded: Certified Women's Health Specialist (CWHS)
Duration: Self-paced · Typical 4-8 weeks

Programme Outcomes

Assess and support hormonal health through evidence-based wellness strategies
Guide clients through menopause, PCOS, and fertility wellness frameworks
Provide education on reproductive health within professional scope
Create personalized wellness plans for women's lifecycle health
Apply nutritional and lifestyle interventions for hormonal balance

Learning Objectives

Understand female reproductive physiology and hormonal regulation
Evaluate common hormonal imbalances and their manifestations
Master wellness coaching techniques for women's health concerns
Apply evidence-based nutritional strategies for hormonal support
Navigate scope boundaries between coaching and clinical care

Gut Health & Microbiome

College of Integrative & Functional Health

Academic Level: Professional Certificate — Level 5
Credential Awarded: Certified Gut Health Practitioner (CGHP)
Duration: Self-paced · Typical 4-8 weeks

Programme Outcomes

Apply the 5R framework for gut restoration in client settings
Interpret basic microbiome assessment tools and stool analysis results
Design elimination and reintroduction protocols for food sensitivities
Educate clients on gut-brain axis connections and interventions
Create fiber diversity and prebiotic/probiotic supplementation plans

Learning Objectives

Understand gut anatomy, microbiome ecology, and barrier function
Master the mechanisms linking gut health to systemic conditions
Evaluate common gut health assessments and functional markers
Design evidence-based nutritional protocols for digestive wellness
Apply coaching techniques for sustainable dietary behavior change

Holistic Nutrition

College of Integrative & Functional Health

Academic Level: Professional Certificate — Level 5
Credential Awarded: Certified Holistic Nutrition Specialist (CHNS)
Duration: Self-paced · Typical 4-8 weeks

Programme Outcomes

Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments using holistic frameworks
Design individualized meal plans considering bioindividuality
Apply therapeutic nutrition protocols for common health concerns
Educate clients on whole-food nutrition and anti-inflammatory diets
Navigate supplement recommendations within professional scope

Learning Objectives

Understand macronutrient and micronutrient biochemistry
Master holistic nutrition assessment methodologies
Evaluate dietary patterns and their impact on chronic disease risk
Design evidence-based nutrition plans for diverse populations
Apply behavior change science to nutritional coaching

Health Coaching

College of Behavioral & Psychological Sciences

Academic Level: Professional Certificate — Level 5
Credential Awarded: Certified Professional Health Coach (CPHC)
Duration: Self-paced · Typical 4-8 weeks

Programme Outcomes

Facilitate behavior change using motivational interviewing techniques
Design goal-setting frameworks for client health outcomes
Apply positive psychology and strengths-based coaching methods
Navigate client resistance and sustain engagement through change
Operate within professional coaching boundaries and ethics

Learning Objectives

Understand the theoretical foundations of health behavior change
Master motivational interviewing and active listening skills
Evaluate readiness for change using the transtheoretical model
Design structured coaching programs with measurable outcomes
Apply ethical guidelines and maintain professional boundaries

Herbalism & Botanical Medicine

College of Mind-Body & Integrative Practices

Academic Level: Professional Certificate — Level 5
Credential Awarded: Certified Herbalism Practitioner (CHP)
Duration: Self-paced · Typical 4-8 weeks

Programme Outcomes

Identify and classify major medicinal herbs and their therapeutic properties
Design evidence-informed herbal protocols for common wellness concerns
Evaluate herb-drug interactions and safety considerations
Prepare tinctures, teas, and topical herbal preparations
Educate clients on responsible herbal use within scope of practice

Learning Objectives

Understand the history and pharmacology of botanical medicine
Master identification and classification of key medicinal plants
Evaluate evidence for herbal efficacy and safety profiles
Design herbal wellness protocols based on traditional and modern evidence
Apply quality control and sourcing standards for herbal products

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