Holistic nutrition professionals have been self-regulated for decades. There are no known plans for holistic nutrition professionals to become regulated.
CSNN would support regulation if the majority of graduates were interested in becoming regulated. However, as such regulation is unlikely, CSNN believes it is better to deal with the reality of our profession and encourage initiatives that facilitate recognition of Holistic Nutritional Consultant professionals in the health care industry.
CSNN focuses on holistic nutrition so that students receive a complete and comprehensive program that is within their Scope of Practice. CSNN respects all health modalities, and acknowledges that to be a true herbalist, homeopath, naturopath, etc, and to practice these modalities safely and effectively, that one has to successfully complete years of comprehensive study in these fields at accredited natural health schools. CSNN offers information about these other health modalities in its practicals and in its Advanced Holistic Nutrition workshops, so that students develop an understanding of and learn how to work alongside complementary health care practitioners
CSNN offers a comprehensive science-based and people-focused program in Natural Nutrition, qualifying graduates to earn a professional designation and title upon graduation (see options below; only one to be used). Designations and titles are determined by the province* where Graduates offer their professional services; however, all credentials hold an equivalent standard. Please note all designations are registered in a private registry.
| Professional Services in | Choice of Designation | Choice of Professional Title |
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Alberta |
C.H.N.C. |
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B.C, Sascatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Nunavut, NWT, Yukon |
R.H.N. C.H.N.C. C.H.N. |
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New Brunswick, Nova, Scotia, Newfoundland, Labrador |
R.H.N. C.H.N.C. C.H.N. |
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Quebec, PEI |
R.H.N. C.H.N.C. C.H.N. |
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Classroom start dates vary depending on location, but are generally are in Winter, Spring, and Fall; however, if you miss the start date you can join late if there is space available.
With Online Education, you pick the start date!
One of the advantages of studying at CSNN is the flexibility to complete your holistic nutrition education anywhere in the world. CSNN has multiple branches across different time zones that offer Live Online (Zoom) learning, as well as a Self-Study Online option through Distance Education. In the event of a move, students have the option to transfer to another classroom with a different schedule or to complete the program via Online Distance Education.
CSNN graduates automatically qualify to take any Advanced Holistic Nutrition workshops
Holistic nutrition professionals and other health care practitioners are welcome to take CSNN’s Advanced Holistic Nutrition certificates and workshops upon receipt of transcript.
For frequently-asked questions about our AHN Certificate Packages and Workshops, click here.
CSNN has a online job board for graduates, plus job opportunities are posted at individual classroom locations.
Online Distance Education has online networking and sharing of information, including job information.
CSNN graduates have the opportunity to become professional members of the Canadian Association of Holistic Nutrition Professionals (CAHNPro) and the Canadian Association of Natural Nutritional Practitioners (CANNP). Both professional organizations provide support and networking opportunities for holistic nutrition professionals.
CSNN has an active Alumni Association which hosts an annual Canadian Holistic Nutrition Conference, provides industry information to its members, creates networking groups and offers advertising venues for graduate holistic nutrition practices and other graduate businesses and endeavours.
Current CSNN Alumni Association Members receive a 10% tuition discount on CSNN’s Advanced Holistic Nutrition workshops.
CSNN has researched the holistic nutrition industry and has decided to align with associations that approach holistic nutrition industry standards in ways that we feel would benefit Holistic Nutritional Consultant professionals the most.
A Holistic Nutrition Practitioner’s training includes science courses, many holistic nutrition courses, and a practical component that includes client intake forms, how to identify clients’ symptoms and imbalances, how to address these symptoms and imbalances using food, lifestyle and supplement recommendations, and how to coach clients in their individual health journey. The training can be anywhere from 1 to 3 years.
A Health Coach’s training and training hours vary greatly depending on the educational institution, however, the training can be as short as 12 weeks, which may be enough time to help a client make a lifestyle change, but definitely not enough time to understand the complexity and interrelationship of different health issues, varying individual bio-chemistry, and the many tools needed to help clients in their individual health journey.
You can find out more here.
