While the Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate includes the groundbreaking research of Dr. T. Colin Campbell, this program includes lectures from 25+ leading experts with information not included in the book.

In addition, it provides:

• Opportunities to network and learn from your peers
• Interactive activities and discussions guided by an experienced, expert learning team
• Downloadable fact sheets and other helpful tools
• A certificate from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and eCornell

Our Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate is powered by Cornell University's online learning platform.

• It consists of three courses:
• CNS601 Nutrition and Society
• CNS602 Nutrition and Chronic Disease
• CNS603 Plant-Based in Practice
• Self-paced schedule. Students typically spend 6-8 hours per week for each course.
• There are no reading materials to be purchased and no prerequisites.
• Engagement with course instructors through online, written discussions

Each course lasts for 2 weeks. A total of 6 weeks is required to complete the certificate program’s 3 courses. Each course must be completed by the end of its two-week period.

Our Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate is not a license, registration, or certification. Certification requires passing an exam and awards a credential upon successful completion of an exam. Certification also requires recertification to stay current in a specific area.

However, this certificate program does reflect your rigorous study of the evidence supporting a whole food, plant-based lifestyle. In addition, it does offer 30 hours of continuing education credits that can be applied toward the maintenance of several professional licenses and certifications.

Many find value in adding our certificate to their resume. Our certificate is a trusted credential, taught by renowned experts.

Yes! Our program attracts a very diverse range of students. Some enroll because they or their family members are struggling with health problems. Others are medical and health professionals who want to enhance their skills and education. Many are simply interested in learning about what constitutes a healthy diet.

Yes, our program is approved for continuing education credits for a variety of health professions. Detailed information is provided on the Center for Nutrition Studies website here.

As our program is a professional development certificate program, there are no prerequisites or formal admission processes required for enrollment.

Yes, our program is available internationally. Please note, all courses are taught in English only.

Yes, payment options are available through PayPal which allows you to pay over a period of 6 months with 0% interest. Please contact eCornell for more information.

To enroll online:

1. Click the red "Enroll Now" button located on the top or top right of the eCornell certificate description page.
2. Optionally, select your course start date. If you prefer, you can also select start dates at a future time and skip this step. *Please ignore any error messages about prerequisites.
3. Proceed to checkout.
4. Submit new or returning student account information.
5. Finalize payment information to complete enrollment.

Yes, you can purchase access to this Certificate as a gift. Please reach out to our Enrollment Specialist at enrollment@nutritionstudies.org for assistance.

To speak to an enrollment specialist about the Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate schedule a call or email us at enrollment@nutritionstudies.org