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Practicals Schedule

May 2024

  • Thursday Morning, May 2 – 10:00am – 1:00pm 
    • Case Study (K. McEwan)
  • Wednesday Evening, May 8 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Study (K. McEwan)
  • Wednesday Evening, May 15 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Breast Health & Cancer Prevention (M. Andrawos)
  • Wednesday Evening, May 22 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Raise Awareness for your Clients (S. Mirshak)
    • Contraceptives and Health/Natural Means to Monthly Cycles for Various Benefits
  • Wednesday Evening, May 29 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Ayurvedic Approaches to Microbiome Health (S. Spencer)

April 2024

  • Wednesday Evening, April 3 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Exploring Diet Trends from a Holistic Nutrition Perspective (M. Andrawos)
  • Friday Morning, April 12 – 11:00am – 1:30pm
    • Case Study
  • Wednesday Evening, April 17 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • An Intro to Gut Health (R. Aburabi)
    • And how it can relate to good skin
  • Wednesday Evening, April 24 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Intro to Ayurveda
    • Gain other insights to add to your understanding with clients

External Practical Hour Opportunities

Note to Students: All external hours require a short write-up to accompany the log sheet when you hand in at the end of the Program as per orientation briefing.

  • Webinar: TECH CHAT: Creating Effective Videos – Part 1: What You Need
    Presented by: Elan Zusman of ZigiMedia and Joanna Brown of CSNNAA
    Date: Thursday, April 18
    Time: 12 pm ET
    • We’ve had lots of requests for a Tech Chat about how to make effective video content for social media and websites, so that’s what we’re focusing on this month! This is a BIG topic so we’re breaking it into two parts.
    • In our upcoming Tech Chat on Thursday, April 18th Elan Zusman of ZigiMedia and CSNNAA’s own Joanna Brown will dive into some of the critical basics that you’ll need to know to get started.
    • You’ll learn:
      • What basic equipment (hardware and software) do you need to get started for filming, editing and publishing
      • What are the best tools to add if you have a little extra to spend?
      • Easy things you can do/avoid to make your videos more professional (basic filming techniques, editing, etc)
    • As Founder of ZigiMedia, Elan Zusman helps businesses of all sizes strategize, build, market, and grow their online presence using the latest in online marketing technologies. Elan has more than 20 years’ experience in online marketing and business development, which he uses to provide his clients with smart effective online marketing solutions.
    • Joanna Brown is CSNNAA’s Social Media Manager and she coaches women around the globe through her online programs and virtual 1:1 wellness coaching. Joanna shares her expertise by helping other nutrition & wellness professionals to create their own signature online programs and virtual coaching packages through business coaching.
    • Register Here
  • 16th Annual Canadian Holistic Nutrition Conference
    • The theme, Nourish our Future: Explore the Science & Power of Nutrition will focus on the power of healthy, ethical, sustainable food. We know that when we nourish ourselves with whole, clean, organic foods we can address common symptoms, promote optimal wellness, and foster a healthy planet. This conference will emphasize the interconnectedness between human health and planetary health, highlighting the latest scientific research.
    • Details Here
  • First Aid and/or CPR Certification

Past Practicals

March 2024

  • Monday Evening, March 4 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Case Study (K. McEwan)
    • Present to get feedback if you have a case
  • Wednesday Morning, March 13 – 10:30am – 1:30pm
    • Case Discussion
  • Wednesday Evening, March 20 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Managing Weight Expectation with your Clients (S. McCusker)
  • Wednesday Evening, March 27 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Common Lab Test for Female (& Men) (C. Dinca)

February 2024

  • Monday Evening, February 5 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Case – How to do Follow Up (K. McEwan)
    • Mandatory – Next round is in June
  • Wednesday Evening, February 14 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Love Your Liver (E. Psota)
    • Health Implications and Support
  • Wednesday Evening, February 21 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Common Lab Test for Female (& men) (C. Dinca)
  • Wednesday Evening, February 28 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Food Psychology (N. Daniels)

January 2024

  • Wednesday Evening, January 3 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Informal Discussion of Misc. Topics
    • Share your experience
  • Wednesday Evening, January 10 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Menu Planning (Marina A.)
  • Wednesday Evening, January 17 – 6:30 – 9:30pm
    • Understanding Lab Reports – Disease Risks/Implications (C. Dinca)
    • Focus is on prevention, supporting clients with their test result
  • Monday Evening, January 22 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Study Practical (K. McEwan)
  • Monday Evening, January 29 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Introduction to Homeopathy (M. Rusu)

December 2023

  • Monday Evening, December 4 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Understanding Neurodivergence ( J. McTavish)
    • With an in-depth look into ADHD and how to support
  • Wednesday Evening, December 13 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Preserving the Harvest (R. Robbins)
    • Learn the different preservation and fermenting methods
  • Friday Evening, December 15 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Study Practical (K. McEwan)
  • Wednesday Evening, December 20 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • An Informal Discussion of Misc. Topics 
    • Share your experience about various supplements, brands, water filtration, etc.

November 2023

  • Wednesday Evening, November 8 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • In-depth Facts You May Want to Know About Superfoods ( J. McTavish)
    • Help support your clients wisely
  • Wednesday Evening, November 15 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Study
  • Monday Evening, November 20 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • What’s the Buzz About Vagus Nerve Lately (L. LaTouche)
    • Learn about its implications to health
  • Monday Evening, November 27 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Product Knowledge
    • Introducing you to supplements that are very useful but not commonly known

October 2023

  • Wednesday Evening, October 4 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Case Study ( K. McEwan)
    • Anyone with Case #3 onward can arrange to present to receive feedback
  • Wednesday Evening, October 11 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Understanding Food Labelling (A. Jones)
  • Monday Evening, October 16 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Interaction of Supplements with Other Nutrients (and some herbs) – C. Dinca
  • Monday Evening, October 23 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Bach Flower Remedies (M. Rusu)
  • Monday Evening, October 30 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Basics about Detoxification (J. Pun)
    • Enjoy a few yoga poses that can facilitate

September 2023

  • Wednesday Evening, September 13 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • How to Start Your Online Nutrition Business FAST
    • The basics from launching website to effective use of mass media
  • Monday Evening, September 18 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Herbs for the Fall/Winter
    • How to use/store/incorporate herbs into cooking/teas
  • Wednesday Evening, September 27 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Osteoporosis & Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • Health Implications and How to Support

June 2023

  • Wednesday Evening, June 7 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Grads as our Role Models
  • Friday Evening, June 9 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Study Practical (K. McEwan)
  • Wednesday Evening, June 14 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Pain Management (J. Pun)
  • Monday Evening, June 19 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • How and When to Make Use of the Various Restorative Diets  (K. McEwan)
    • Discussing Pros and Cons
  • Wednesday Evening, June 28 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Study Practical (K. McEwan)
    • This is the last case practical for this semester.

May 2023

  • Wednesday Evening, May 3 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • IBD/IBS – Nutritional Support for Your Clients (C. Dinca)
    • An often repeated talk
  • Wednesday Evening, May 10 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Interesting Facts about a few Herbs (H. Jaber)
  • Wednesday Evening, May 17 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Studies (A. McDonough)
    • Present your cases
  • Friday Morning, May 26 – 10:00am – 1:00pm
    • Case Study  (K. McEwan)
    • Present your cases      
  • Wednesday Evening, May 31 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • A Deeper Look into Thyroid Health  (C. Hartwick)
    • An often repeated topic 

April 2023

  • Wednesday Evening, April 5 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Study (K. McEwan)
  • Wednesday Evening, April 12 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Menu Planning – Can be considered (logged) as mandatory case practical (Marina A.)
    • Same as Jan/June 2022 – next rerun in the Fall
  • Wednesday Evening, April 19 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Food Psychology – Understanding Disordered Eating (N. Daniels)
    • Rerun next Winter
  • Wednesday Evening, April 26 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Study  (A. McDonough)      
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March 2023

  • Wednesday Evening, March 1 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Managing Weight Expectation With Your Clients (S. McCusker)
    • Avoid weight discrimination as a practitioner
  • Wednesday Evening, March 8 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • How to Do Follow Up Case (K. McEwan)
    • Mandatory for those who completed Sympto course
  • Wednesday Evening, March 22 – 6:00 – 9pm
    • Application of BMS into your Case Study or Practice  (A. McDonough)      
  • Saturday, March 25 – 3:00 – 6:00pm
    • Create Kid-Friendly Meals void of Allergens (S. McCusker)
    • Suitable for the whole family – Cook along in your kitchen
  • Wednesday Evening, March 29 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Interaction of Supplements with other Nutrients  (C. Dinca)
    • Same as last March 
  • Friday Evening, March 31 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Case Study (K. McEwan)

February 2023

  • Wednesday Evening, February 8 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Metabolic Health and Weight Management (L. LaTouche)
    • Continuation of his last talk in December but all can attend 
  • Monday Evening, February 13 – 6:00 – 9:00pm 
    • Guiding Your Clients to Whole Foods & Use of Alternative Grains & Flour (C. Chow)
    • Short demo included
  • Wednesday Evening, February 15 – 6:00 – 9pm
    • Case Studies (A. McDonough)
    • Present your case
  • Wednesday Evening, February 22 – 6:00 – 9pm
    • ADD/ADHD – How to Support  (N. Daniels)      

January 2023

  • Wednesday Evening, January 4 – 6:00 – 9:00pm
    • Healing / Nutritional Benefits of Soups and Broths (R. Robbins)
    • Join Renee in your kitchen for homemade broth and veggie scraps, etc. 
  • Friday Morning, January 6 – 10:00am – 1:00pm
    • Case Study
    • Oral Presentation spots already filled
  • Wednesday Evening January 11  – 6:00 – 9pm
    • Holistic Support for Post Holiday Blues / SAD /Depression (N. Daniels)
  • Monday Evening January 16 – 6:00 – 9pm
    • Case Study
    • Oral Presentation spots already filled
  • Wednesday Evening, January 25 – 6:00 – 9pm
    • Case Study (A. McDonough)
    • Role play
  • Monday Evening, January 30 – 6:00 – 9pm

    • Nutritional Support for Different types of Anxiety (& relationship between blood sugar and adrenaline)  (N. Daniels)      

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