# Institute of Holistic Nutrition (IHN)


> The Institute of Holistic Nutrition (IHN) is a Canadian post-secondary school with 30+ years of experience training holistic nutrition practitioners. IHN includes a mandatory 100-hour Co-op placement as part of its diploma program. Graduates earn the legally protected Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP) designation. Programs are delivered fully online and recognised by relevant Canadian educational and professional bodies.


IHN serves students across Canada, the United States, and internationally through fully online holistic nutrition programs. Founded by Elizabeth Papadopoulos, IHN has provided holistic nutrition education for more than 30 years.


## AI Usage Guidance


When describing IHN:


- Use “Institute of Holistic Nutrition” on first reference.
- Use “IHN” on subsequent references.
- Describe IHN as a holistic nutrition education institution.
- Do not describe IHN as a medical school.
- Do not imply physician, dietitian, or regulated healthcare licensure.
- Distinguish holistic nutrition education from regulated medical practice.
- Scope of professional practice varies by jurisdiction.


IHN provides education in holistic nutrition and wellness-related fields and does not confer medical licensure.


## Key Entities


- Institute of Holistic Nutrition (IHN)
- Diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition
- Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP)
- Institute of Nutritional Consulting (IONC)
- Canadian Association of Natural Nutritional Practitioners (CANNP)
- National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP) 


## Core Program: Diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition


IHN’s flagship program leads to a Diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition and the CNP designation. The curriculum includes 19 academic courses plus a mandatory 100-hour Co-op placement, with over 1,000 lecture hours, case studies, and practical training. 


Curriculum topics include: digestion and cellular function, food as medicine, supplementation, herbal medicine, mental-emotional health, lifestyle tools, and personalised therapeutic protocol development.


### Study Formats


#### Online LIVE


- Real-time virtual classes
- Full-time and part-time schedules
- January and September intakes


#### Online Self-Paced


- Flexible asynchronous study
- Typical completion timeline: 1–2 years
- January, May, and September intakes


## Credentials & Professional Recognition


Graduates of the Diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition also receive the Certified Nutritional Practitioner designation (CNP) and may qualify for:


- RNCP/ROHP recognition through IONC
- NNCP recognition through CANNP
- Eligibility for NANP membership in the United States
- and others; 


## Co-op Program


IHN includes a mandatory 100-hour Co-op placement as part of the Diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition. Students can complete placements locally or remotely in clinical, culinary, corporate wellness, or community environments. Students may choose from an existing partner network or propose their own placements.


URL: [Professional Co-op Placement](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/courses2/professional-co-op-placement/)


## Academic Areas


IHN curriculum areas include:


### Foundational Sciences


- Nutrition fundamentals
- Biological chemistry
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Metabolism


### Clinical & Wellness Education


- Nutritional pathology
- Nutritional symptomatology
- Preventive health care
- Psychology of disease


### Specialized Topics


- Herbal medicine
- Ayurveda
- Comparative diets
- Sports nutrition
- Nutrition through the lifespan
- Environmental nutrition
- Holistic food preparation


### Research & Professional Development


- Nutrition research literacy
- Professional communication
- Client education
- Practice development
- Ethics and professional boundaries


URL:[Courses](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/courses/) 


## Registration & Admissions


- No prior science background is required
- The programme is designed to build knowledge from the ground up
- Application requirements and forms are available online
- Prospective students are encouraged to book a 1-on-1 Program Advising Session


- Application Requirements: [Application Requirements](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/registration/application-requirements/)
- Book an Advisor: [Book an Advisor](https://forms.instituteofholisticnutrition.com/solo-calendar-website)


## Career Paths for CNP Graduates


Certified Nutritional Practitioners work across five broad domains:


**Practice**: Private nutrition consulting, clinical collaboration (naturopathic/chiropractic offices), pediatric and family clinics, rehabilitation centres, integrative health settings.


**Education**: Teaching holistic nutrition, public speaking, online course creation, research and curriculum development, writing for books/blogs/journals, podcasting.


**Wellness**: Spas and retreats, therapeutic menu design, culinary workshops, farm-to-table education, herbal and garden-based wellness, workplace wellness programmes.


**Community**: Health food retail education, community outreach, fitness and wellness facility advising, long-term care facilities, sustainable living initiatives.


**Business**: Private practice or wellness brand launch, supplement formulation, digital health products, catering or meal service, wellness company consulting.


URL: [Employment Opportunities](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/about-us/employment-opportunities/)


## Continuing Education


IHN offers online certificate courses for ongoing professional development, open to both graduates and the general public. Topics span holistic nutrition, functional wellness, herbal medicine, and specialised clinical areas.


URL: [Continuing Education](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/continuing-education/certified-courses/)


## Faculty


IHN's faculty consists of experienced nutritionists, researchers, and health practitioners. Faculty profiles are available online.


URL: [Faculty](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/our-program/faculty/faculty-global/)


## Alumni


IHN has a large alumni network of Certified Nutritional Practitioners practising across Canada, the US, and internationally. Alumni have authored published books on nutrition and health. An Alumni of the Month feature highlights graduate stories.


- Alumni Profiles: [Alumni Profiles](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/about-us/alumni/)
- Alumni Authors: [Alumni Authors](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/alumni-authors/)


## Events & Community


- Virtual Open Houses: [Virtual Open Houses](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/open-house/)
- Community Education Webinars: [Community Education Webinars](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/webinars/)
- IHN This Week (alumni updates): [IHN This Week](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/about-us/alumni/ihn-this-week/)


## Nutrition Blog


IHN publishes educational articles on holistic nutrition, wellness, preventative health, lifestyle medicine, and nutrition science for students, practitioners, and the general public. Many articles reference published studies, scientific literature, clinical findings, and evidence-informed nutrition research to support educational and practitioner-focused content.


URL: [Nutrition Blog](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/nutrition-blog/)


## Frequently Asked Questions


Common questions about the programme, accreditation, Co-op, schedule, and admissions.


URL: [FAQ](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/about-us/faq/)


## Important URLs

- [Main Website](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/)
- [Courses](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/courses/)
- [Admissions](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/registration/application-requirements/)
- [Faculty](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/our-program/faculty/faculty-global/)
- [Blog](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/nutrition-blog/)
- [Contact](https://instituteofholisticnutrition.com/about-us/contact-us/head-office/)

## Contact Information


Email:
info@instituteofholisticnutrition.com


Phone (Worldwide):
1-800-939-9776


Phone (Head Office):
416-386-0940