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AN107 - Ayurveda: Nutrition

(33 hours - 3 credits)

Ayurvedic Nutrition is an important aspect of Holistic Nutrition. Ayurvedic nutritional guidelines are based on the understanding of the three Biological Humours, also known as the Doshas (Vata-Pitta-Kapha), on the understanding of the Six Tastes (pungent, sweet, astringent, sour, salty, bitter), and their interaction with food and other elements as well as with the body as a whole. Ayurvedic Nutrition respects the unique individuality of a person's constitution in restoring the state of balance.

The ancient, profound and unique approach of Ayurveda offers an enlightened perspective on food as both physical and energy medicine. It provides guidelines for its preparation, combination and consumption. Knowledge of Ayurvedic Nutrition is a complement and addition to the western understanding of nutrition. Through nutrition, Ayurveda serves to present the kitchen cabinet as the medicine cabinet.

Text: A Life of Balance, by Maya Tiwari

AN108 - Sports Nutrition

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

Learn physical and mental aspects of achieving optimal health through physical fitness, holistic nutrition and natural health. Emphasizes building a personalized fitness program, tailored to the goals and abilities of the participant, from the "weekend warrior" to the competitive athlete. Includes detailed rationale and recommendations for training, diet and supplementation, prevention and natural treatment of occasional injuries.

Text: The Complete Athlete, by Winterdyk and Jensen

AN109 - Laboratory Diagnosis & Testing

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

Words such as "laboratory" and "testing" often conjure up cold, impersonal images of needles, high-tech electronic equipment and specimens lined up in collection containers. They do, however, have a vital purpose. Their job is to reveal the health or disease in the blood and tissue of a real person.

Laboratory and diagnostic data must be viewed with thought and compassion, as well as with microscopes and machines. It is important, therefore, to remember that behind the specimens and test results are real people. This course is written to aid healthcare providers in their understanding, and interpretation, of laboratory and diagnostic procedures and their outcomes.

Specially prepared notes: Introduction to Laboratory and Diagnostic Testing, by Barb Hartmann

AN110 - Basics of Pharmacology

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

The primary aim of this course is to inform the student of the principles of drug actions in the body in order to provide an understanding of the use of drugs in prevention and treatment of disease. Emphasis will be on mechanism(s) of action, biochemical and physiological effects, adverse reactions and therapeutic uses of the most important drug(s) in each pharmacological class. The drugs selected for study are those most relevant to the Holistic Nutrition Program.

Specially prepared notes: Basic Pharmacology, by Barb Hartman

AN111 - Breast Cancer Prevention

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

Barb Mingie, RHN

This course is intended to provide knowledge about the factors that increase and decrease risks of breast cancer. It is an in-depth exploration of the various causes of breast cancer; a practical and complete resource for both prevention and intervention.
Text: The Complete Natural Medicine Guide to Breast Cancer, by Sat Dharam Kaur, ND

AN112 - Aromatherapy & Bach Flower Remedies

(17 hours - 1.5 credits)

The first session gives us the history of flower remedies and Dr. Bach's viewpoint on disease, while explaining his approach to treatment. We will uncover all 38 remedies and learn how to apply them in clinical practice to further enhance our clients' health and well-being. In session 2, we will uncover an abundance of uses for essential oils and aromatherapy. We will discuss the history of aromatherapy, the importance of using high quality essential oils, as well as various methods in which the oils can be applied. In addition, we will become familiar with a wide variety of essential oils used to treat numerous health conditions, as well as fun and inexpensive ways to create our own body and hair care products.

Texts: Bach Flower Therapy - Therapy and Practice, by Mechthild Scheffer

The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy, by Valerie Ann Worwood

*AN113 - EBCAM, An Internet Course (mandatory)

(50 hours - 5.5 credits)

Dr. Ian Johnson

Evidence Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine
This course is available in two formats, both available directly from Ian Johnson, Ph.D
1. On-Line Learning Program - delivered on-line - the expected format
2. Distance Education Handout - for those who do not use computers and the internet.

The course is designed to give you the tools that allow you to embrace scientific objective truth, and at the same time extend beyond it to include the holistic realms that are so important to the progress of society in general and Natural Nutrition in particular.

Students learn to access online databases, find and critically evaluate research papers and apply their earning to their own area of expertise.

Students are expected to apply what they learn to their practice by
designing and planning their own evidence-based research. Minimum online computer requirements are: personal computer with access to the internet, web browser, and email, as well as the ability to download and print documents in Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat format, and use Microsoft Word to prepare and submit assignments.

*AN101 & AN101a - Immunology (both parts

mandatory)

AN101 - Part 1 - Optimizing Immunity

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

This course examines the power of good nutrition, appropriate supplementation and healthy lifestyle in enhancing our immune system and helping us to lead long and healthy lives. Provides an in-depth look at the foods and supplements that have particularly potent disease-fighting capabilities and explains what foods and nutrients are most appropriate for preventing or fighting specific diseases.

Text: The Immune System Cure, by Lorna Vanderheaghe

AN101A - Part 2 - Immunology Applications

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

Text: TBA

*AN102 & 103 - Mental Health and Nutrition (both parts mandatory)

AN102 - Part 1 - Conquering Depression

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

This course examines the intricate link between nutrition and mental/emotional well-being, with a special focus on the link between nutritional deficiencies and depression. Understanding this connection will help practitioners to determine what nutritional approaches to take with clients suffering from depression, anxiety and other mood imbalances.

Text: The Mood Cure: The 4-Step Program to Take Charge of Your Emotions - Today, by Julia Ross, M.A.

Recommended Reading: The Food-Mood-Body Connection: Nutrition-Based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Well-Being, by Gary Null

AN103 - Part 2 - Study of Alzheimer's Disease

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

Leads you through the realities of caring for a person with Alzheimer's; teaches how to make the care you give more effective and rewarding; highlights symptoms/traits to look for at each stage of the disease; offers treatment and support methods and ways to manage your stress as a caregiver. Gain valuable insight into Alzheimer's; learn to recognize its effect on the behaviour of the person affected. Learn effective coping methods to assist you in meeting the demands of caring for a person with Alzheimer's.

Text: Alzheimer's - A Care Giver's Guide, by Howard Gruetzner

*AN104 & 105 - Advanced Pathology (both parts mandatory)

AN104 - Pathology Part I

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

The goal of this course is to provide the student with the opportunity to create an understanding of the principles of pathology while developing a sound knowledge of the etiology, pathogenesis, morphologic changes, and functional consequences of pathological processes. Human disease is studied by organ system blocks to include the cardiovascular, respiratory, and gastrointestinal systems (which will be covered in Advanced Pathology I); and the genitourinary, skeletal, endocrine, integumentary and nervous system diseases (covered in Advanced Pathology II). The diseases selected for study are those most relevant to the Holistic Nutrition Program.

Text: Systemic Pathology, a Master Medicine Series, by Paul Bass, Susan Burrough and Claire Way

Specially prepared notes: Advanced Pathology, a Guide for Health Care Professionals; by Barb Hartman

AN 105 - Pathology Part II

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

The goal of this course is to provide the student with the opportunity to develop a sound knowledge of the etiology, pathogenesis, morphologic changes, and functional consequences of pathological processes. Human disease is taught by organ system blocks and in Advanced Pathology II includes the study of renal, genitourinary, skeletal, endocrine, integumentary and nervous system diseases. The diseases selected for study are those most relevant to the Holistic Nutrition Program.

Text & specially prepared notes: Same as Pathology Part I above.

AN106 - Herbology

(25 hours - 2.75 credits)

This course is an introduction to the therapeutic use of herbal medicines. In the following lessons we will explore the fundamental principles which comprise the basis for herbal medicine, as well as various forms and techniques used in the application of such medicine.

An extensive materia medica of individual herbs and herbal formulas from around the world will be introduced, including their history, description, therapeutic uses, contra-indications and research supporting their known benefits. An in-depth description of over 150 common health disorders will also be discussed, listing specific herbs used to treat each ailment as well as nutritional and lifestyle recommendations.

Text: Prescription for Herbal Healing, by Phyllis A. Balch