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.
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.
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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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