Certified Functional Nutritionist Program
The Curriculum
Each Certified Functional Nutritionist ( CFN) module builds on the next, creating an integrative framework that delivers a thorough foundations in functional nutrition. The self-paced CFN program is comprised of 200+ lectures, totaling 37 hours and taught by a team of practicing clinicians, and estimated to take 3 to 9 months to complete.
Certified Functional Nutritionist Program
Completing eight modules is necessary to become a Certified Functional Nutritionist.
Module 1
Micronutrients: The Building Blocks Health
Master therapeutic dosages of every vitamin and mineral relevant to modern clinical practice—beyond basic RDAs to clinical applications.
Module 2
Specialized Nutrients: Targeted Support
Essential fatty acids, botanicals, probiotics, digestive enzymes, and antioxidants. Learn to evaluate any nutraceutical formula for clinical effectiveness.
Module 3
Dietary Principles: A Functional Framework
Carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and water—the foundation for understanding specialized therapeutic diets.
Module 4
Therapeutic Diets: Clinical Applications
Master all major therapeutic diets—ketogenic, Mediterranean, autoimmune, low-FODMAP—and learn when each is clinically appropriate for specific conditions.
Module 5
Time-Restricted Feeding and Fasting
Learn time-restricted feeding and fasting protocols for weight loss, gut health, immune support, and inflammation reduction in clinical practice.
Module 6
Lifestyle Medicine: Essential Factors
Master essential lifestyle medicine principles—sleep, exercise, stress management, and social health—and learn how to implement them effectively in clinical practice.
Module 7
Healthy and Practical Cooking Principles
Learn healthy cooking techniques that preserve nutrients, meal planning strategies, and practical ways to help clients make sustainable food choices.
Module 8
Clinical Applications: Nutritional Strategies
Apply nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement strategies to the 40 most common health conditions—your foundation for advanced functional medicine practice.
Stay Certified, Stay Connected
Your certification isn’t just a one-time achievement—it’s a professional community and resource you can rely on year after year. To maintain an active status, you must complete 12 hours of continuing education annually and pay a $399 Annual Maintenance Membership, which includes:
- • Unlimited access to all course modules for ongoing reference and learning
• Weekly live webinars with fresh insights and the latest functional nutrition research
• A vibrant community board where you can exchange ideas and support with fellow practitioners
• A featured listing on our practitioner referral page, helping clients and colleagues find you
Your annual membership keeps your certification active while ensuring you’re always supported, updated, and visible in the field.
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