Canadian Association of Natural Nutritional Practitioners, CANNP

The CANNP has approved the Practitioner Program (DHN) as well as the Masters Program of the EIN curriculum as meeting the educational requirements for its designation NNCP (Natural Nutritional Coach and Practitioner). CANNP is a non profit organization formed for the purpose of creating a stronger presence for Holistic Nutritional Practitioners across Canada and supporting members in the development of their professional expertise and businesses. The benefits of membership are numerous, including the availability of Errors and Omissions Insurance, a mentoring program, many member specials as well as access to industry and business information on an on-going basis, and much more. For more information on CANNP visit www.cannp.ca or call 647-349-4250.

International Organization of Nutritional Consultants, IONC

The IONC has approved the Practitioner Program (Level II) of the EIN curriculum as meeting the educational requirements for its professional designation of Registered Nutritional Consulting Practitioner (RNCP). IONC, founded in 1983, is an independent, voluntary, non-profit association that sets standards of practice for its professional members. Through IONC, practicing RNCPs in some jurisdictions may obtain malpractice insurance. Services of RNCPs are also covered by some private health insurance plans. For more information on the IONC you can visit their website at www.ionc.org or by call 1-866-540-1114.

National Association of Nutritional Professionals, NANP

NANP is a U.S. nutrition association originally founded in 1985. EIN's Practitioner Program meets the NANP's requirements for professional membership. NANP also offers the opportunity for members to write the board exam in holistic nutrition for the designation Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition. For more information about the NANP and membership benefits please visit www.nanp.org or call 800-342-8037 or 877-526-5340.

Human Resources and Social Development, HRSD

EIN is certified by HRSD (formerly Human Resources and Development Canada, HRDC) as an educational institution under the Income Tax Act for the purposes of issuing tuition tax receipts for amounts over $100 to students 16 years of age and older. For more information on tax deductions please refer to Tax Deductions under Fee Structure.

Retraining Allowances

Approval for retraining allowances by HRSD (formerly Human Resources and Development Canada, HRDC) is determined on an individual basis. Contact your local employment office for further details. Countries other than Canada may or may not provide similar benefits.

Recognition by Other Educational Institutions

Depending on their particular policies, other institutions may or may not accept transfer credit for subjects completed at EIN. We recommend that you speak directly with the college or university you plan to attend, to determine their requirements.