CSNN has been teaching and empowering students for over 30 years to take control of their health through the transformative power of holistic nutrition. Our flagship Natural Nutrition Program has been carefully crafted to provide students with knowledge and practical tools to create lasting change in their lives and careers.
While many are drawn to the program for deeper knowledge of health and nutrition, they also want to turn their passion and knowledge into a rewarding career. CSNN specializes in teaching Functional Holistic Nutrition. The Natural Nutrition Program is designed to provide a strong foundation and train you to become a Holistic Nutrition Practitioner and work with clients from all walks of life.
I loved every subject in the program, especially CSNN’s wide approach at not just looking at how our body’s are impacted by our food choices but our mind and spirit as well. The content taught enabled me to start my practice post-graduation with confidence. I felt well equipped and excited to get out into the real world assisting others in their wellness journey.
I loved my year at CSNN and I gained a deeper understanding about the power of nutrition and how the body is interconnected. My passion for nutrition blossomed and I wanted to make a career of helping others. The courses were packed with knowledge and all of the teachers were amazing. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
I chose CSNN because I’ve always been passionate about health and wellness, and I wanted to deepen my understanding of nutrition to not only improve my own lifestyle but also to help others take control of their health. After struggling with inconsistent nutrition and fitness routines, I realized the importance of having a solid foundation in nutrition to truly support long-term wellness. CSNN stood out to me because of its holistic approach, blending practical, science-based knowledge with a focus on personal empowerment. The program’s flexibility allowed me to learn at my own pace, while the curriculum provided in-depth insights into how food and lifestyle choices impact our overall health. Completing the program has been transformative for me, equipping me with the knowledge and confidence to help others build sustainable, balanced habits.
I was drawn to CSNN because I was seeking evidence-based dietary and lifestyle changes that would help me understand the root of my symptoms and discover natural ways to support my body. My journey with CSNN was truly transformative, equipping me with the expertise, clarity, and confidence to make a meaningful impact for my health and now the health of others. The consistent and genuine support from the faculty, Alumni Association, and entire CSNN team empowered me to grow both personally and professionally. I am incredibly grateful for this education and community.
The Natural Nutrition Program is approved by CAHN-Pro, CANNP, and NANP.
Classroom branches are licensed by the provincial education ministries that regulate private career colleges and adhere to strict academic standards.
Functional holistic nutrition is an approach to health and wellness that combines the principles of functional medicine with holistic nutrition. It focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of health imbalances through a personalized, whole-body approach. Rather than just treating symptoms, functional holistic nutrition looks at how diet, lifestyle, environment, and emotional well-being affect overall health. It emphasizes the use of whole, nutrient-dense foods, along with lifestyle changes like stress management and sleep optimization, to support the body’s natural healing processes and restore balance. The goal is to promote long-term wellness and vitality by supporting the body’s systems in a harmonious and sustainable way.
Learn about the exciting and growing science behind mindfulness, meditation, and more. Your mental health is intrinsically tied with your physical health. Explore the importance of the Gut-Brain connection and how what you eat and the state of your gut affects your entire body and wellbeing.
You’ll learn about how to be healthy through nutrition and lifestyle, but that isn’t enough. As a practitioner, you’ll need to learn how to enact positive behaviour change in your clients in order to see long-lasting results and improved quality of life. Learn all that and more in the Motivational Interview Skills course.
Lifecycle Nutrition courses cover pediatrics, sports nutrition, and perspectives of aging. You’ll learn to support individuals from early childhood to seniors with appropriate nutrition and lifestyle recommendations. Specialized topics like Sports Nutrition will also help you understand how nutrition affects performance.
Study from wherever you are! Learning Formats include:
Live Online (Zoom), In-Person, Hybrid, and Self-Study Online
Classroom branches provide scheduled live instruction either on-site or via Live Online (Zoom) format, with both full-time and part-time schedules designed to accommodate busy lifestyles. With branches across Canada, CSNN offers flexible options to match your preferred time zone and schedule.
If you thrive on structure and schedules, choose one of the classroom branches for Live Online learning. If you require the utmost flexibility and are self-motivated, the Self-Paced Self-Study Online format from Distance Education could be for you!
We understand that finances can sometimes be stressful. Payment plans are available at all CSNN branches so it’s easier to focus on your studies and achieve your goals. Student loan funding for eligible students at select branches.
As I was new to the natural wellness space, I wanted a community to support and uplift me. CSNN was exactly that. I found the teachers to be very informative while maintaining a more hands-on and discussion-based learning approach which I greatly appreciated. I couldn’t be happier with the practical knowledge gained from CSNN and the lifelong friendships built.
I wasn’t sure what to expect from a virtual experience, but I was truly blown away by how nicely it all came together. Even with young toddlers at home, I was able to balance my schedule. The instructors were so incredibly understanding and accommodating and worked hard to help me thrive…I always felt really well supported on this adventure. I had the most amazing classmates. I never felt so closely connected to people online. We just had so much in common and had a general sense of excitement to learn.
Whether you’re new to the industry or looking to enhance your existing career with a holistic nutrition certification, CSNN is here to support you every step of the way. We offer comprehensive resources, expert guidance, and a nurturing environment to help you succeed and grow in your holistic health journey.
The CSNN Alumni Association is the only one of its kind in the holistic nutrition field, offering graduates a range of valuable benefits, including master classes, webinars, networking opportunities, exclusive discounts, resources, tools, and more. It’s a supportive community where you can connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for holistic health. Additionally, the Alumni Association hosts the Canadian Holistic Nutrition Conference every year, providing further opportunities for professional growth and connection.
CSNN offers a range of Advanced Holistic Nutrition workshops and certificates to further support graduates in their learning journeys. With continuing education opportunities, you can specialize in areas such as Immune Support, Cognitive Support, or our newest Advanced Pediatric Certificate. These programs allow you to earn CEUs and association upgrade hours while deepening your expertise in holistic nutrition.
Graduates can go on to work in multiple industries. There are also plenty of options within being a practitioner, as CSNN graduates go on to specialize in gut health, hormone health, weight loss, neuro-nutrition, specific autoimmune conditions, chronic health conditions, and much more. Many graduates take their educational and work backgrounds and combine it with holistic nutrition to provide unique and impactful offerings to make a difference.
Every student’s path is different. Explore conversations with CSNN graduates as they share their journeys into holistic nutrition, career experiences, and insights for those thinking about taking the next step.
Debra Basch brings over 30 years of experience in fitness and women’s wellness, with expertise in nutrition, stress, hormones, and healthy aging. Drawing on her fitness background and holistic nutrition training from CSNN, she has supported women through every stage of life—from pregnancy to menopause and beyond. In this Coffee Chat, Debra shares her holistic approach to wellness, her personal journey, and practical insights for building balanced health, strength, and confidence at every age.
Ciara Morin shares her experience studying holistic nutrition and how it transformed her approach to health and wellness. Inspired by her journey living with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), Ciara now works as a holistic nutrition practitioner, helping busy people nourish themselves while using nutrition to support her own health. She also shares how she’s building a community and creating resources to support others affected by PKD, turning her personal experience into a source of connection and empowerment.
Wanting to take back the freedom and joy of food, Jenna Den Hoed turned to CSNN’s Natural Nutrition Program and pivoted her culinary career to help her clients reclaim their health, energy, and joy of food, even if they have strict food restrictions. Let’s learn more about her story, her celiac disease, and how she uses her holistic nutrition education and culinary training to help nourish clients by using food to connect with others and themselves.
We talk to Kelly Beaton, a CSNN graduate whose journey into holistic nutrition began with her own health struggles alongside caring for her mother living with dementia. Through this deeply personal experience, Kelly transformed compassion into expertise— navigating a career change and building a career grounded in helping women thrive and healthy aging.
Gillian Crooks, R.H.N. was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis as a teen. She was inspired to make a change to her diet and lifestyle to manage symptoms and noticed that small changes made a big difference. This led her to dive headfirst into studying holistic nutrition at CSNN. Since graduating, she has made a career helping others with MS thrive and manage their symptoms effectively with a holistic and balanced approach. Gillian went from being in a wheelchair to running marathons because of the power of holistic nutrition.
From burnout to balance, Caroline Chow took control of her health and her life. Struggling with eczema and perioral dermatitis, she turned to holistic nutrition to find the root cause and gained a whole new perspective on how food and lifestyle could affect overall health. She is an Economics Major and workaholic turned holistic nutrition practitioner, specializing in helping others get clear skin through diet. Let’s learn more about what inspired her career change.
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Self-study online format allows students to create their own schedules. This is for students who prefer to work on courses in the program on their own, reaching out to an academic advisor when they need one. The self-study method is good for students who are self-disciplined to stick to the schedules they have created.
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