How is the course delivered?

It is delivered 100% online — live sessions plus recorded lectures, with assignments and case studies — and is taught in English and Hindi so you can learn from anywhere in India.

What certificate do I receive?

You receive a certificate of completion from NHHA. This is an educational credential and is not a government, university, or UGC accreditation.

How long is the course and how do I pay?

It is a 4-week program. The fee shown on this page is payable securely online by card, UPI, or net banking via Razorpay, and enrollment is confirmed instantly.

Who is this course best for?

It is ideal for students, homemakers, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone wanting a reliable first step into nutrition before progressing to advanced or specialised programs.

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Certificate Program in Nutrition & Human Health

Build your foundation in nutrition.

A 4-week foundational program in applied nutrition, body systems and lifestyle disorders — with practical diet planning from week one.

4 Weeks
Beginner — Intermediate
Live + Recorded

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Program fee₹32,400~~Listed fee ₹54,000~~

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Beginner Friendly

At a glance

The program in figures.

100% online · Live + recorded

Program duration: 4 Weeks
In the curriculum: 4 weeks
Level: Beginner — Intermediate

Overview

About the program.

The Certificate Program in Nutrition & Human Health is a professionally designed short-term course that builds strong foundational knowledge in applied nutrition and its role in maintaining human health.

It bridges the gap between theoretical understanding and practical application — helping you understand the relationship between nutrition, immunity, metabolism and lifestyle disorders.

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Awarded on completion

Certificate in Nutrition & Human Health

Weeks4 Weeks

Topics include

Fundamentals of Nutrition & Human Body
Nutrition & Body Systems
Lifestyle Disorders & Nutrition
Nutritional Assessment & Counselling

Who it’s for

Made for learners like you.

For anyone serious about understanding nutrition and human health — whether you are starting fresh or adding to what you already know.

Students of science or healthcare
Fitness trainers
Aspiring nutrition professionals
Homemakers interested in health
Medical & paramedical students
Anyone passionate about healthy living

What you’ll learn

Skills you leave with.

By the end of one month, you will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of human nutrition
Explain the role of nutrients in body systems
Link nutrition with body systems and immunity
Identify nutrition-related health issues
Plan basic preventive and therapeutic diets
Perform simple health and diet assessments
Handle practical cases drawn from real-world scenarios

Highlights

Program highlights.

Evidence-based curriculum grounded in current nutrition science.
Practical diet planning sessions using Indian dietary patterns and real cases.
Case-study-based learning that turns theory into application.
Lab report interpretation basics — Hb, lipid profile and blood sugar reports.
Counselling skill development with role-play sessions.

Curriculum

What you’ll study.

Each week blends theory with hands-on practical work, so you leave with both knowledge and applied skills.

Weeks: 04
Duration: 4 Weeks

Theory topics

Introduction to Nutrition & Human Health
Digestive system overview
Macronutrients: functions & sources
Micronutrients & deficiency disorders
Energy balance & RDA (Indian context)
Balanced diet concept

Practical

Calorie & BMR calculation
Identify deficiency symptoms from case examples
Prepare a balanced diet (1800 kcal sample)

Assessment

Assessment pattern

Weekly assignments
One detailed case study submission
Final online test (MCQs + short notes)
Practical file submission

Submissions

Practical file

You compile and submit the following as part of completing the program:

BMI & calorie calculation sheet
24-hour dietary recall format
Two therapeutic diet charts
One full case study with analysis
Balanced diet sample
Lab report interpretation sheet

Learning experience

How you’ll learn.

100% online · Live + recorded

Live sessions
Live interactive classes you attend online.
Recorded lectures
Class recordings, so you can revisit a session.
Assignments
Regular work that puts each topic into practice.
Case studies
Learning anchored in practical, real-world cases.
English & Hindi
Taught in both languages.
100% online
Join from anywhere in India.

What you’ll receive

Included with enrollment.

With every enrollment

4-week live program
Recorded class replays
Study materials & notes
Weekly assignments
Case study training
NHHA certificate of completion
Mentor support

Faculty

People behind the knowledge.

The educators who teach and mentor across NHHA’s programs.

Meet the Faculty

Certificate

A milestone in your learning journey.

Awarded on completion

Certificate in Nutrition & Human Health

Receive an NHHA certificate of completion when you finish the program — add it to your résumé, LinkedIn or wellness practice.

NHHA awards a certificate of completion. Programs are educational and are not government-approved, UGC-recognised or university-affiliated, and do not by themselves confer a medical, dietetics or clinical licence. Health-related content does not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.

Certificate of completionIllustration — not an issued certificate

Student experiences

In the words of NHHA learners.

Shared by learners across NHHA’s programs — not specific to this one.

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The NHHA program gave me a clear understanding of nutrition science. The way mentors explain metabolism and food choices made everything click — and I can now apply it in daily life with confidence.

Vanshika Agrawal/ Mumbai

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Pathways

Where this knowledge can take you.

Please noteThese are directions learners may explore after the program. They are possibilities, not guarantees — outcomes depend on your background, further study and how you apply what you learn.

Nutrition clinics
Assist nutrition teams with diet planning, case follow-ups and client support.
Diet planning services
Offer basic diet plans for general wellness, weight and lifestyle goals.
Wellness centres
Work alongside fitness and wellness professionals at gyms and health centres.
Health education
Start a health-focused advisory or online nutrition education practice.
Weight management
Support structured weight-management programs with science-based meal plans.
Content & education
Build credibility as a nutrition content creator, educator or workshop facilitator.

FAQs

Questions, answered.

Something else on your mind? The NHHA team is happy to help.

Contact NHHA

No. The Certificate Program in Nutrition & Human Health is beginner-friendly and starts from the fundamentals of nutrition, so no prior science or medical background is required.

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