The Functional Nutrition program at PCC Institute for Health Professionals will provide you a solid foundation to start your professional nutrition career or practice. Our science-based curriculum will teach you nutrition principles backed by verified research, and also pulls from traditional wisdom such as Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda for a well-rounded perspective on nutrition.

This program uses “flipped classroom” instruction, where you prepare for each online class by reading the basic concepts of the session. Class time is then used to ensure understanding and apply your learning to real-life scenarios.

As part of the program, you will take the Holistic Nutrition Credentialing Board (HNCB) certification exam after you complete your studies.

Time: • 4 terms (1 year)• 10 weeks per term• Meets 2 times a week, Mon. & Thurs., 6-9PM PST• Expect to prep 1-3 hours per meeting

Tuition: • $6,096 for the entire program, or $1,524 per term• Does not include books or exam fee• Includes a NANP student membership and the

HNCB exam resource guide

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Functional Nutrition Application

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For more information, contact thePCC Institute for Health Professionals.

1626 SE Water Avenue Portland, OR 97214 971.722.6633 I climbhealth@pcc.edu

For Fall 2017

Program Description

Applications Open: July 5 - September 18, 2017

For Early Consideration: Submit by August 11, 2017

Early Acceptance Notification: August 12 - 15, 2017

Final Acceptance Notification: September 19, 2017

Registration and Payment Due: September 20, 2017

Attend Orientation: September 21, 2017

First Class Session of Fall Term: September 25, 2017

Dates to Remember

Mail or deliver required documents and this application form to:

Attn: Functional Nutrition ProgramPCC Institute for Health Professionals1626 SE Water AvenuePortland, OR 97214

Or email all materials to:wharwood@pcc.edu

Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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Functional Nutrition Application Packet Checklist

Check Off Documents

We require the following documentation to be submitted for consideration into the program.

Do not submit original documents.

Fill out this checklist and the applicant information form (Pages 2-3).

Complete supplemental questionnaire (Page 4-5)

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Copy of any applicable professional license(s)

Letter of reference denoting applicant qualities and aptitudes for success in this field. This letter should be sent directly to IHP, and preferably would be completed by a health care professional.

Copy of college/university diploma OR official transcript from institutions attended or graduated (if applicable). Transcripts must be sent directly to IHP by the school.

Please Keep in Mind• Make sure you have included all

requested materials before submittingyour application. Incomplete or lateapplications will not be accepted.

• Materials to be sent directly to IHPmay not be submitted as part of theapplication packet, but must bereceived by application due date.Make sure to request your letter ofreference, or necessary transcripts,well in advance of the due date.

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Applicant Information Form

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Successful applicants will receive instructions about registration, payment, and preparing for the term by email.

Submitting this form does not guarantee that you will be accepted/registered in the course.

Student Information

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Enter your responses to these questions, SAVE, and send with your Application form.

1. The IHP Functional Nutrition Program delivery will consist of a cohort of students convened ina virtual classroom and assigned to small study/discussion/project teams to share their learningexperiences. What strengths and attributes will make you a valuable member of the cohort andof your designated teams? What will you offer and what do you look to receive?

2. As you currently understand the nutritionist profession, what is your ultimate goal uponprogram completion and NANP/HNCB certification? (Remember – state laws vary regardingscope of practice. You may want to review the current laws in your state on running a nutritionalpractice. )

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3. What strengths and attributes will make you a competent and valuable nutritionist? Whatcompetencies will need the most work for you to contribute optimally as an integrativehealthcare team professional?

4. The program consists of 6 hours of virtual classroom per week, for 10 weeks each term (4terms per year). Since this is a college-level curriculum design, PCC encourages you to budget1-3 hours a week for every one hour in class for study and preparation. Most adults are alsocommitted to family, jobs, and other important life activities. What is your plan to budget yourtime, adequately prepare for each class, and participate during the year-long program?

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