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Advanced & Specialty Educational Programs Need Continuing Education Credits (CECs), want to zero in on a specialty, or just looking to expand your knowledge? These NANP-approved programs are perfect for holistic nutrition professionals. The hardest part is deciding which one to take first! Please note: all CECs listed are NANP-approved. https://nanp.org/ceus-advanced-and-specialty-education/

 

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Mitochondria Clinical Toolkit
Posted By NANP Editor, Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Mitochondria Clinical Toolkit

Presented by FDN

8 CEs

The Mitochondria Clinical Toolkit provides a comprehensive and clinically focused exploration of mitochondrial physiology, biochemistry, and dysfunction. Designed for functional medicine and nutrition professionals, the course bridges foundational cell biology with practical strategies for identifying and addressing mitochondrial dysfunction in clinical practice.
Through a sequence of six video lessons and accompanying quizzes, participants build from core physiological concepts to applied case analysis. The curriculum is designed to deepen understanding of mitochondrial energy production, oxidative stress, and the interplay between nutrient status and cellular resilience.
The program culminates in a final exam to reinforce integration of key learning outcomes.
Total estimated learning time: 8 hours approx. 5 hours of video content plus additional time for quizzes, review, and practical application.
Course delivery: Online and self-paced
Key Topics Include
• Mitochondrial structure, function, and energy metabolism
• Electron transport chain and oxidative phosphorylation
• Oxidative stress and redox balance
• Root causes and patterns of mitochondrial dysfunction
• Clinical assessment and blood chemistry markers
• Nutritional and lifestyle support for mitochondrial health
• Case-based clinical integration

Register HERE

Tags:  blood chemistry analysis  mitochondria 

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What You Never Learned About Blood Work
Posted By NANP Editor, Friday, May 30, 2025

What You Never Learned About Blood Work

Presented by LabSmarts

10 CECs

A self-paced masterclass for midwives, nutrition professionals, nurse practitioners, chiropractors, & other reproductive-focused clinicians and patients. A collaboration between Sara Russell, Ph.D., FNTP & MaryAnn Marks, founder of LabSmarts blood work software.

This 6-week self-paced masterclass delves into the world of blood work interpretation during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum, presented in collaboration with NANP members Sara Russell, Ph.D., FNTP, and MaryAnn Marks, founder of LabSmarts bio individual blood work analysis software.

This masterclass equips you with research-backed lab ranges specifically tailored for pregnancy, postpartum, and lactation.

This 6-module masterclass includes:

Preconception markers & considerations
Complete blood count + iron markers
Comprehensive metabolic panel: Part 1
Comprehensive metabolic panel: Part 2
Postpartum markers & considerations

Register HERE.


Tags:  10 CECs  blood chemistry analysis  blood work  preconception  pregnancy 

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FBCA Mastery Certification Training Program
Posted By NANP Editor, Friday, May 30, 2025

FBCA Mastery Certification Training Program

Presented by Optimal DX

35 CECs

This 12-week online course provides you with the tools for assessing and evaluating your clients from a functional perspective with the expertise of Dr. Weatherby. Featuring lifetime access to 12 core training modules and additional training from leading functional medicine experts, this course will set you up for success in blood chemistry analysis.

Register HERE.

Tags:  35 CECs  blood chemistry analysis  functional nutrition 

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Interpret Normal Labs for Optimal Health
Posted By NANP Editor, Friday, May 30, 2025

Interpret Normal Labs for Optimal Health

Presented by Innovate Wellness

10 CECs

This course teaches functional values for foundational blood biomarkers and highlights what the body needs to have supported when out of range.

Objectives:
After this course you will harness the power of optimal blood biomarkers paired with supplement protocol recommendations to support better health, get improved client outcomes and more referrals.

You will learn to evaluate foundational lab work, saving your clients time and money without having to pay for expensive specialty tests – and saving you time in learning and understanding more complicated results.

Total Hours and Duration: 10 hours

Register HERE



Tags:  blood chemistry analysis  lab work 

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Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Specialist Micro-Credential
Posted By NANP Editor, Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Specialist Micro-Credential

Presented by American College of Healthcare Sciences

7 CECs



Program Overview:

This course equips students with a foundation in functional blood chemistry analysis. Emphasising optimal vs. normal ranges, it provides the tools to interpret lab values holistically to inform wellness plans. Students will learn to assess biomarkers as part of a broader picture of health, integrating these findings into practical, client-centred nutritional protocols.

Learning Objectives:

Demonstrate a working knowledge of blood chemistry medical lab assessments
Analyse and interpret lab findings based on client presentation and symptoms
Integrate lab findings into wellness support plans
Apply both optimal and clinical reference ranges
Use integrative health protocols to inform nutrition and lifestyle interventions
Recommend therapeutic protocols including diet, lifestyle, and supplementation


Format:

7 self-paced online modules
Up to 1 year to complete
Access to community discussion via private Facebook group
All required materials provided through online platform

 

Register HERE

Tags:  blood chemistry analysis  functional blood chemistry  lab testing 

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