RHN Program
Holiday Closure July 10 - Aug 25/08
TEACHING THE MEDICINE OF THE FUTUREŽ
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Module 3
NN107 Chemistry & Bio-Chemistry
The Chemistry and Bio-Chemistry course is an introduction to the subjects of chemistry and biochemistry and requires no previous knowledge of these subjects. The course moves from an explanation of the structure of atoms to complex biological molecules and an explanation of how these molecules function in the body. The knowledge gained in this course enables students to read nutritional and health related literature in a knowledgeable manner and to discuss the issues with greater confidence.
NN108 Cellular Biology
The Cellular Biology course provides an overview of the five kingdoms of life, how they developed, what features are common to all kingdoms and what features are different. The student will learn the structure of the animal cell, its metabolism and the different types of cells that make up the human body. DNA and genes will also be discussed.
NN109 Pathology & Nutrition
The Pathology and Nutrition course presents common pathological disorders systematically, stressing their systems and underlying causes, and recommending a nutritional strategy where appropriate. Upon completion of this course, students are able to describe the categories of pathologies and their effect on the major organ systems. They are able to translate pathological terms into common language. In this course, students will learn to recognize specific pathologies from case histories and make nutritional recommendations based on their assessment.
NN110A Lifecycle Nutrition - Pediatric
The Lifecycle Nutrition - Pediatric course presents information about the immune system and the role nutrition plays in building and maintaining a healthy immune system in children of all ages. The course of study begins with pregnancy and infancy and follows child development through critical growing stages to the teenage years. The course stresses quality foods over quantity, behaviour as a reflection of diet and the long-term influences of good nutrition on life-long health prospects.
NN110B Lifecycle Nutrition - Sports
Lifecycle Nutrition - Sports provides information on health and fitness in a simple and sensible manner, by explaining the benefits of aerobic fitness, proper nutrition, stress reduction and choosing the right exercise shoes. The information on health and fitness is presented in a holistic manner, based on a deep understanding of how the body works in balance.
Module 4
NN111 Eco-Nutrition
Eco-Nutrition explores the facts about metal and other elements in food, air and water and their effect on our health. Students gain insight into both the major causes of pollution and the existing threats to both the Earth's and human immune systems. Students learn to make food choices that are wholesome and safe for everyone.
NN112 Allergies
Many physical and psychological problems are related to allergies. This course leads students to understand what allergy is, how it works in the body and what steps can be taken to remove the condition permanently in a natural way.
NN113 Alternative/Comparative Diets
There are elements common to all healthy diets. The Alternative/ Comparative Diets course helps students develop a clear understanding of the many types of diets as well as their therapeutic benefits or deficiencies. Students will learn to create diets specific to a client's needs. The course explores the causes of obesity and individual strategies for weight loss.
NN114 Nutritional Literature Research
The Nutritional Literature Research course teaches students methods of assessing nutritional literature for credibility, accuracy and political biases. Students learn to recognize the special challenges of nutritional scientific research. In this course, students learn how to understand the structure and referencing of a journal paper.
NN110C Lifecycle Nutrition - Perspectives on Aging
This course explores in detail the emotional, social, physical and spiritual factors related to successful aging. Students learn to recognize the important elements than ensure a rewarding retirement, health in later life and a dignified death.
Module 2
NN104 Preventive Nutrition
The prevention of degenerative diseases is becoming a major objective for many people. Preventive Nutrition explains how specific diets can retard or reverse the major ailments of our time, including: arthritis, arteriosclerosis, cataracts, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, senility and ulcers. Students will understand the damage of free radicals and the benefits of antioxidants. This course focuses on digestion and elimination.
NN105 Body-Mind-Spirit - The Connection
PART ONE - Nutrition and Mental Illness
In this course, students will learn the nutritional strategies beneficial to the treatment of mental disease.
PART TWO - Anatomy of the Spirit
This course teaches that physical diseases have related emotional, psychological and/or spiritual links. Students will begin to understand these links in the context of the anatomy of the human energy system - the anatomy of our own spirits. The journey through this course promises to enrich the student's life, helping you to identify the "patterns of your life and deep interworkings of your body, mind and spirit."
NN106 Fundamentals of Business
The Fundamentals of Business course provides students with an overview of the requirements necessary to establish a practice as a Holistic Nutritionist or Holistic Nutritional Consultant. It provides a framework and practice in identification of personal and career goals and introduces the key concepts of job search, resume preparation and interview skills. The main elements of a consulting business and of a marketing plan are reviewed, along with the legal requirements governing nutritional counselling.
Module 1
NN101 Fundamentals of Nutrition
The Fundamentals of Nutrition course offers a comprehensive overview of the field of nutrition, leading to a study and understanding of the link between nutrition and preventive medicine. The course explains the role of macronutrients, vitamins and minerals, and the importance of water in the diet. It describes how certain dietary habits undermine our health and provides suggestions for overcoming these habits. It looks at the effect of pollution on our health and the health of our planet
NN101A Symptomatology I
Through a diet of high nutritional quality, we can support life at every stage. Symptomatology I explains the ten key components of a healthy diet and discusses the changing nutritional needs of various age groups during growth and development. Students learn the health benefits of and basic guidelines for fasting and detoxification.
NN102 Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology gives a general overview of the eleven body systems, explaining the structure and shape of the body and its parts as well as the relationship of each to the others. This course covers the physiological processes by which the eleven systems operation
NN103 Symptomatology II
Analyzing symptoms relating to health is a valuable key in defining nutritional deficiencies. In Symptomatology II, students learn the significance of symptoms as they relate to each individual. this course will assist the student in relating further learning to individual needs. 15 case studies are required by the end of the RHN program; 10 for the Advanced Symptomatology Course.
Case Studies
Once students have completed the NN103 Nutritional Symptomatology II Course, 15 case studies (10 for the Advanced Symptomatology course) must be prepared and submitted. These assignments consist of nutritional assessments done for people solicited by the student: family, friends or acquaintances. An assessment involves the identification of nutritional imbalances revealed by the symptoms affecting the 'client' who completes the assessment questionnaire. The student learns to recommend appropriate dietary and lifestyle changes to improve her/his client's health.