Advanced Certification In Lifestyle Medicine

Take Charge of Your and Others Health With Lifestyle Medicine | Master to Prevent, Treat, and Reverse Chronic Diseases

What you'll learn

Define lifestyle medicine and its role in disease prevention, treatment, and reversal, and identify key competencies for healthcare.

Understand the six pillars of lifestyle medicine and explain how they work together to promote health and prevent chronic disease.

Review key studies supporting lifestyle medicine interventions and analyze their impact on improving population health outcomes.

Apply behavior change models like motivational interviewing and develop skills to assess lifestyle factors for guiding treatment plans.

Summarize practice guidelines for preventing, treating, and reversing chronic diseases by integrating lifestyle interventions in care.

Understand the science behind plant-based diets and provide evidence-based dietary recommendations for improving patient health.

Apply the FITT-VP principle to prescribe exercise for prevention and management of chronic diseases, tailored to individual needs.

Identify evidence-based stress reduction techniques and explain how managing stress improves mental well-being and prevents disease.

Assess sleep patterns, identify disorders, and recommend strategies to improve sleep hygiene and promote restorative, healthy sleep.

Describe the health impact of tobacco, alcohol, and substances, and implement evidence-based interventions for cessation and reduction.

Recognize the role of social connections and positive psychology in well-being, and incorporate these into clinical practice for health.

Requirements

Basic Understanding of Human Health and Wellness

Computer or Tablet with Internet Access

Quiet Space for Studying

Description

Advanced Certification in Lifestyle Medicine  |  Adding Years to Life and Life to YearsThe Advanced Certification in Lifestyle Medicine course is a comprehensive, immersive program designed to equip healthcare professionals and interested individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to tackle the global epidemic of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). These conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and chronic respiratory diseases, account for 63% of deaths worldwide. Through this course, participants will gain specialized expertise in evidence-based interventions that emphasize prevention, management, and the potential reversal of these diseases by addressing their root causes.Why Certify in Lifestyle Medicine?Certifying in Lifestyle Medicine provides an array of professional and personal benefits. As a certified healthcare professional, you will be recognized as a subject matter expert in this emerging field, giving you a competitive edge in lifestyle medicine-focused organizations and broadening your ability to implement sustainable treatment for chronic conditions. You will also gain mastery of the six pillars of Lifestyle Medicine—nutrition, physical activity, sleep, mental and emotional well-being, social connectivity, and avoidance of risky substance use—which are essential in preventing and managing lifestyle-related diseases.Becoming certified showcases your commitment to delivering cutting-edge, evidence-based care. Unlike many healthcare professionals who may receive minimal training in these areas, certification in Lifestyle Medicine demonstrates your dedication to leading the movement toward a more effective, patient-centered approach to healthcare. It highlights your expertise in providing holistic, sustainable care while distinguishing you from non-evidence-based practitioners.Course Structure and Learning JourneyOur Advanced Certification program is built on a three-tiered system, starting with the "Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine." Throughout the course, learners will explore critical lifestyle factors such as sleep health, physical activity, nutrition, mental and emotional well-being, and social connection. As learners advance, they will develop practical skills to apply this knowledge in patient-centered consultations, learning history-taking, lifestyle management planning, and motivational interviewing.The course utilizes a self-paced format with continuous assessment through formative MCQs.Personal and Professional GrowthCertification in Lifestyle Medicine will not only elevate your career but also empower you to implement positive change in your clinical practice. It has the potential to increase your job satisfaction as you see the direct benefits of improving your patients' lives through sustainable health behavior changes. Personally, the course will inspire you and your family to adopt healthier lifestyle habits, allowing you to experience the benefits of the six pillars of health firsthand.ConclusionThe Advanced Certification in Lifestyle Medicine offers you the tools to become a leader in the fight against chronic disease. By joining this course, you will be part of a global network of professionals dedicated to sustainable, evidence-based healthcare. Certification in Lifestyle Medicine is not just a credential; it’s a commitment to a healthier future for your patients, your community, and yourself.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to Lifestyle Medicine

Lecture 1 Welcome

Lecture 2 Introduction

Section 2: Fundamentals of Lifestyle Medicine - The Six Pillars

Lecture 3 The Six Pillars

Section 3: Scientific Evidences and Key Studies in Lifestyle Medicine

Lecture 4 Association of Risky Unhealthy Behaviors With Health Outcomes

Lecture 5 Key Studies on Nutrition With The Evidence Base For Nutrition Prescription

Lecture 6 Major Studies on Disease Remission or Reversal With Lifestyle Changes

Section 4: Fundamentals of Healthy Behavior Change

Lecture 7 Healthy Behavior Change

Section 5: Clinical Assessment in Lifestyle medicine

Lecture 8 Clinical Assessment

Section 6: Guidelines for Prevention, Treatment, and Reversal of Chronic Diseases

Lecture 9 Clinical Practice Guidelines

Section 7: Nutrition Science - Whole Food Plant Based Diet

Lecture 10 Nutrition Science - Whole Food Plant Based Diet

Section 8: Physical Activity and Exercise Prescription

Lecture 11 Physical Activity and Exercise Prescription

Section 9: Stress Management and Mental Wellbeing

Lecture 12 Stress Management and Mental Wellbeing

Section 10: Restorative Sleep and Health

Lecture 13 Restorative Sleep and Health

Section 11: Avoiding Risky Substances and Tobacco Cessation

Lecture 14 Avoiding Risky Substances and Tobacco Cessation

Section 12: Connectedness and Positive Psychology

Lecture 15 Connectedness and Positive Psychology

Section 13: Summery

Lecture 16 Summery

People Who Want to Improve Their Health and Longevity,Individuals Interested in Preventive Medicine,All Certified Healthcare Professionals,Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists and Dentists,Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Dietitians and Nutritionists,Chiropractors, Psychologists, Exercise Physiologists, Health Coaches and Wellness Professionals,Social Workers Specializing in Health Care,Anyone Seeking to Integrate Lifestyle Medicine Into Personal or Professional Practice