Holistic Nutrition Certificate
Victoria, Canada
Certificate
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Holistic Nutrition Certificate at Pacific Rim College in Victoria, British Columbia introduces whole-foods nutrition and the medicinal uses of food across cultures. This 4-month program covers food-as-medicine, cultural dietary traditions, sustainable food systems, meal-planning and advocacy skills. Graduates promote healthier, sustainable eating and progress into Diploma of Holistic Nutrition at PRC.
Career Outcomes: Graduates enter health and wellness retail, community nutrition, urban agriculture and garden maintenance, or wellness coaching. They can work as nutrition assistants, food sustainability advocates, policy staff or continue the Nutrition Diploma. Career opportunities include retail, education, urban farming and advocacy and community food projects.
The Holistic Nutrition Certificate Program (HNCP) is a unique 4-month program that introduces students to whole foods nutrition and the medicinal uses of food according to various cultures. Graduates of this program can use knowledge and experience gained to advocate for healthier and more sustainable food choices. They can work in the health and wellness retail sector, grow and maintain urban and rural gardens, assist family and friends in making healthier food choices, or matriculate into the Diploma of the Holistic Nutrition program at PRC.
