Certificate in Advanced Practitioner Training
About this course
With the help of leading experts in the UK, IHS has embedded the principles of functional medicine into all of our courses. Therefore all students training on the IHS diploma in Nutritional Therapy use the functional medicine model throughout their clinical practice. This model allows students to apply the latest theories and most relevant methods of interpretation and analysis to all clients, maximising their clinical results and allowing them to communicate effectively and confidently with other healthcare professionals.
IHS has developed the Certificate in Advanced Practitioner Training to allow Nutritional Therapists and other healthcare practitioners not trained in the Functional Medicine model to advance their clinical skills and increase their confidence in practice. All lectures and clinical practice weekends are taught by experienced clinicians from both the UK and Ireland who are adept at applying the principles of functional medicine to the practice of Nutritional Therapy.
Course Content
The Certificate in Advanced Practitioner Training consists of 3 lecture weekends, covering the 6 key biochemical imbalances identified by the Functional Medicine model, and 3 clinical practice weekends where students can put their theoretical knowledge into practice by working through case studies. Assessments are case study based so students can gain benefit from working through real life cases with feedback from Nutritional Therapy and Functional Medicine experts.
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Module 1
Key functional medicine imbalances: Immune and inflammatory, Digestive
and absorptive, Microbiological. Including:
Bowel flora: Dietary and lifestyle effects on bowel flora composition, Bowel flora supplementation, The therapeutic uses of bowel flora
Protocol and therapeutic considerations for diseases and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract
Th1-Th2 imbalances and associated conditions, Nutrition and inflammation, Nutrition and intolerances/allergies
Supporting and modulating the immune system and digestive system with diet and nutrients
Key functional medicine imbalances: Detoxification and biotransformation, Oxidation reduction imbalances. Including
Detoxification and toxic elimination: Phase 1 and 2 detoxification pathways, Problems with imbalances in the detoxification pathways, Foods and nutrients that support phase 1 and 2 detoxification, Limiting toxic intake through diet and lifestyle, Acid and alkaline diets
Key functional medicine imbalances: Structural + hormonal and neurotransmitter. Including
The physiological effects of chronic stress, The HPA axis and general adaptation syndrome, The effects of stress on general health and different systems of the body
Therapeutics for the nervous and endocrine systems: Blood sugar regulation, Basic dietary and lifestyle management for stress, thyroid conditions, infertility and reproductive hormone imbalances
Foods and nutrients for supporting the musculoskeletal system
Module 2
Classroom based case studies and group activities
Entry Requirements
This programmes is open to practitioners only. Please contact the office for further details on 076 603 0746.
How to Apply
Training is an investment in your future. As with any investment it is important to identify what you wish to gain and which course will be most suitable for your needs. The Institute staff will spend time speaking with you to ensure you have all the information you need to make the right decision. We recommend you attend one of our regular open evenings to find out more about the course structure, content and career opportunities.
To enrol you will need to complete the application form and return this along with a deposit to the address below.
Registrations
Institute of Health Sciences
13 Upper Baggot Street
Second Floor
Dublin 4
Ireland.
To receive an application in the post, please call 076 603 0746. Alternatively you can email: info@instituteofhealthsciences.com stating your name, telephone number and the course you are applying for. The application form can also be downloaded here.
