Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

 

Question:  “When do you run the Natural Nutrition Diploma Program and for how long?”

Answer:  We have two intakes each year:  Spring (commencing in late February/early March) and Fall (commencing in late August/early September).  We offer a 1-year day program, a 1-year night program, a 2-year day program, and a 2-year night program.  We don’t offer this full complement of classes for each intake so please check the top-right corner on the first page of the registration form for the classes being offered for that intake.

 

Question:  “What day(s)/night(s) do I come to school?”

Answer:  There are two different 1-year day class options:  either Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday.  The 1-year and 2-year night class options and the 2-year day class option attendance date(s) depend on which intake you attend.  Please refer to the top-right corner on the first page of the registration form, which lists the available classes.

 

Question:  “I’ve heard there is a ‘practicum’ during the program.  Can you tell me more about this?”

Answer:  In addition to regular classroom instruction, we run workshops throughout the program that we refer to as “practicum”.  The practicum enhances and enriches the curriculum and takes the theory from the curriculum and puts it into practical application. This work includes presentations, group studies, lectures, and guest speakers and provides an opportunity to develop essential skills.  The practicum is a mandatory part of the curriculum.  For day students practicum workshops are held at the school on a date you will already be in attendance.  Night school students will attend their practicum workshops on an additional weeknight. 

 

Question:  “I’m interested in the Natural Nutrition Diploma Program, but have some questions I’d like answered specific to my circumstances.”

Answer:  Please call the branch at 604-730-5611 and arrange for an appointment with the branch owner/manager, Judith Rimes.  This appointment can be to come to the school in person to meet with Judith face to face or the appointment can be booked to take place by phone.

 

Question:  “I want to register for the Natural Nutrition Diploma Program so what do I do next?”

Answer:  In order to register you must mail or drop-off all of the following documents to the school as one complete package:

1. Completed and signed Registration Form
2. Photocopy of high school or college or university transcript
3. Photocopy of picture I.D. (e.g. driver’s license)
4. Completed Emergency Contact Form
5. Current résumé
6. Registration fee of $100 payable by cheque (payable to ‘Canadian School of Natural Nutrition’), or money order, or we accept Visa, MasterCard, or debit if you come to the school in person (we do not accept/process credit card information over the phone).

 

Question:  “Once I send in or drop-off my completed registration package, how will I know that I’ve been accepted?”

Answer:  You will receive an ‘Acceptance’ letter welcoming you to the school and confirming your registration.

 

Question:  “When should I register?”

Answer:  Our classes fill up well in advance.  To avoid disappointment, the sooner you can register for the program of your choice, the better. 

 

Question:  “Is there any preparation I need to do before attending the first class?”

Answer:  Yes, we expect you to complete pre-reading before your first course (as we do with all of the courses).  Please come into the school to pick up your first text book (Staying Healthy with Nutrition by Dr. Elson Haas) as well as a handout on digestion that you also need to familiarize yourself with prior to the first day of class.

 

Question:  “When do I pay tuition?”

Answer:  We have the following payment options available: monthly, quarterly, full payment.  We must receive your first month’s payment no later than one full month prior to the start date of your program. 

 

Question:  “What if I’m pretty sure I want to attend, send in my registration package with the $100 registration fee, but then decide I want to pursue another opportunity instead?”

Answer:  If your plans change, please let us know immediately.  Your registration fee is transferrable for up to one full year, but not refundable.  This means you can attend the next intake or the intake after that.

 

Question:  “Would I be able to work and attend school?”

Answer:  Many of our students hold part-time or full-time jobs and attend the program.   Be aware that you will need to be extra diligent in structuring your schedule to complete the expected reading, studying, assignments, case studies, etc. that are required for the program.  We estimate you will spend approximately 20 hours per week outside of the classroom for homework and class preparation.