The Institute
of
Holistic Nutrition
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- 1-800-939-9776
The Institute
of
Holistic Nutrition
Graduate with the exclusive CNP designation, practitioner-level skills, and a diploma that prepares you for a meaningful career in holistic nutrition.
The Institute of Holistic Nutrition (IHN)’s Diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition blends traditional healing systems with modern scientific insight to deliver the most in-depth, practitioner-level training — preparing students to graduate as Certified Nutritional Practitioners (CNPs).
Join expert instructors and classmates in real-time classes delivered virtually. This format offers structure, accountability, and community — ideal for students who thrive with a fixed schedule and direct faculty access.
This stream is offered in Eastern and Pacific Time zones, with full-time, part-time, daytime, and evening options.
Progress through the program on your own schedule — anytime, anywhere. Ideal for students with changing commitments or a preference for independent learning, while maintaining access to faculty, support, community, and all the same case study, field trip, and Co-op opportunities as the LIVE stream.
A curriculum that bridges traditional practices with modern clinical science for a truly holistic education.
Graduate with a diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition, and obtain the Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP) designation, unique to IHN graduates.
Analyze diverse client profiles, conduct client intakes, and develop in-depth personalized protocols to shape your skills as a practitioner. Gain Industry Experience.
Prepare to succeed! IHN is the only Holistic Nutrition school with a Co-op program, providing opportunities to work in the field, and even secure a job.
Experience holistic health at its roots, through hands-on exposure to farming, sustainability practices, identifying herbs, and how to reap the benefits.
Decide on a customizable education timeline, accessible anywhere, that fits your needs and lifestyle, with both LIVE and Self-Paced options.
Network with classmates and faculty during LIVE classes, Q&As, Continuing Education Courses and webinars, guest speakers, events, virtual community spaces, and exclusive alumni network.
Certified Nutritional Practitioners are in demand presently and in the future.
1-on-1 & group consulting, and client care in health-focused environments
Teaching, research, and content creation for public or professional audiences
Immersive healing experiences, culinary education, and lifestyle-based programs
Institutional, workplace, and grassroots initiatives for broader health impact
Entrepreneurship, product development, and independent ventures
“It’s where their dreams begin”
Sidney Shindle BA, CNP
IHN Faculty
“How to treat the root causes of disease”
Darko J. Prce, CNP RNCP ROHP.
IHN Graduate
“So many people have so many troubles with bowel & digestion”
Louise Comtois, CNP, RNCP
IHN Graduate
“This miraculous gift of Holistic Nutrition”
Elizabeth Papadopoulos, BSc, CNP, ROHP
IHN Founder and Director
My time at IHN really shaped the way I practice nutrition today. It taught me to be deeply mindful of ingredients and the importance of whole foods. I gained such a strong understanding of just how powerful food can be for the body, and every course I took has influenced the way I now create nutrition protocols.
Our Program Advisors will help you map out your holistic nutrition career path and achieve your goals.
From classroom culture to curriculum depth, here’s what our graduates have to say
Studying at IHN was a great launching point for achieving my dreams of running an integrative care clinic focusing on women’s health & functional nutrition. The foundational tools and learnings from this program were invaluable as were the connections with my now colleagues & friends. IHN taught me so much about alternative healing modalities and opened the doors to some of my favourite modalities including herbalism & ayurvedic healing.
Attending the Institute of Holistic Nutrition was truly life-changing. This institution is more than just a school; it instilled in me a profound sense of purpose and offered knowledge that transcends textbooks. The dedicated staff and educators are exceptional, and their passion for holistic health profoundly impacted my journey
From the brilliant and passionate instructors to the connections I made with other students, my experience at IHN gave me so much to be grateful for. The knowledge I gained at IHN was invaluable to help me build a successful and long-lasting career. I don’t think I will ever retire!
I went deeper with my learning and my understanding of health and it took me to a completely different level.
IHN offered such an enriching experience, both from a professional and personal standpoint. The students, staff and Faculty are wonderful! The knowledge that I gained from the program was invaluable. I have taken everything that I have learned from IHN and applied it to better serve my family, my friends, and my community.
Attending IHN was a life changing experience for me. The teachers were so full of knowledge. I wish I could take this entire program over again to relive the whole experience.
Our faculty includes experienced nutritionists, researchers, and health experts dedicated to equipping you with the skills, confidence, and knowledge to thrive as a Certified Nutritional Practitioner.
No, many of our students come from non-science backgrounds. The program is designed to build your understanding from the ground up, starting with basics like digestion and cellular function before advancing to clinical protocols.
You’ll be supported the whole way, and we’ve seen students from all walks of life thrive in our program.
If you thrive with real-time interaction, structure, and immediate instructor support, Online LIVE is ideal.
If you need flexibility or want to study around your own schedule, the Self-Paced format gives you the same curriculum anytime, anywhere. Both lead to the exact same diploma, case studies, and Co-op experience.
We offer start dates throughout the year. The Online LIVE program begins new cohorts in January and September. Self-Paced students can begin anytime throughout the year, with formal semester starts in January, May, and September.
The professional depth, insight, and credibility our students gain as Certified Nutritional Practitioners is reflected in the books they’ve authored as IHN alumni.
Don’t miss this chance to transform your life and career. Register now and get ready to embrace your passion!