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An ION diploma opens the door to a career in numerous industries. Find out more by watching Jenny's video. Read more
Our NTSAC course gives a solid grounding in the science related to nutrition. Find out how it helped Sue by watching her video. Read more
Linus Pauling, PhD, Nobel laureate
The Institute for Optimum Nutrition (ION) was founded in 1984 by Patrick Holford with the support of twice Nobel Prize winner Dr Linus Pauling____________________________
ION is a higher education institution. Established for thirty-five years ION is one of the most respected training bodies of its kind in Europe.Our flagship Nutritional Therapy diploma courses educate students to become registered Nutritional Therapists on accredited professional qualification programmes. We champion our graduates and the wider nutrition and healthcare industry with our professional CPD courses. Our nutrition clinic, food education days and magazine Optimum Nutrition support the public to make a positive impact on their lives with food.
For over 30 years the Nutritional Therapy Diploma Course has combined the latest theoretical knowledge from the science of nutrition with “real-world” clinical training to help you build an in-depth understanding of the role that nutrition plays in relation to human health and wellbeing.
Discover exciting opportunities to deepen your knowledge and support your professional development through a range of Practitioner CPD events and Food Demo Days.
If you want to find out more about the courses you should register for an open event, you can either attend our Richmond site or join us online for a webinar.
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Our fully qualified Nutritional Therapists work with people every day to improve health and wellbeing, whatever your issue, they will help you find out how to improve your health naturally and safely.
Learn the skills you need to grow a profitable health practice by joining this 3 month interactive course with Nicki Williams. Open to Practitioners only. 15hr BANT CPD. Read more
Join Belinda Blake to learn about foods for women's health and sample some delicious recipes. Open to Practitioners and members of the public. ION CPD 5 hours. Read more
Learn safe, practical and evidence-informed nutritional support to reduce the risk of cancer progression and recurrence. Open to Practitioners/Scientists only. BANT CPD 15 hours; ION CPD 15 hrs. NTEC certification approved. Read more
Thinking of taking the Veganuary pledge? Find out what nutrients you should be thinking of and how to get them Read more
For those of us who enjoy a varied diet, selective eating is something that can cause confusion and frustration. But for those who suffer with it, it can create a range of problems with little or no help in sight. Read more
To get ready for Sourdough September, we present Vanessa Kimbell’s step-by-step guide to making a sourdough loaf. Whilst it may seem daunting it isn’t complicated – and the results should be worth it! Read more