Functional Nutrition Certification Programs
From in-depth functional nutrition training programs for coaches of all levels, to specialized courses that allow you to personally experience functional nutrition, we‘ve trained thousands in the science and art of using “food as medicine”.
Changing the way we do healthcare
We envision a world where patients are empowered to participate in their own health outcomes. We believe this empowerment requires a systems-based approach to nutrition and a heart-centric approach to patient and client care.
We call this functional — it’s what we teach and it’s what we practice.
Our Premier Professional Trainings
ENROLLING NOW! SIGNATURE TRAINING
Full Body Systems
Functional Nutrition Alliance: Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor
10-month online functional nutrition training program
Includes 7 intensives, each covering a different biological system of the body
Systems and tools that you need for a successful Functional Nutrition Counselor practice
Live sessions and mentorship
Become a part of an incredible community, changing the way we do healthcare
Accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP) and the American Association of Natural Wellness Practitioners (AANWP)
Continuing Education Units Available
FOR FBS GRADUATES ADVANCED PRACTICUM
Functional Nutrition Alliance Certified Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Practitioner
FNLP Certification, Application Only
4-month online functional nutrition certification
Deep-dive into the Functional Nutrition Alliance tools, systems and counseling best practices
Receive in-depth direct mentorship on your clinical skills
Join a thriving community of dedicated, like-minded Functional Nutrition Alliance certified practitioners
Access to monthly office hours with Andrea Nakayama and the whole FNLP community – post-certification
FNLP is an application-only program open only to graduates of Full Body Systems.
Meet the Functional Nutrition Alliance Faculty
You’ll learn from our team of skilled and compassionate healers, who use our signature systems and tools to support complex clients daily in the Functional Nutrition Alliance Clinic.
Andrea Nakayama
Founder and Lead Instructor
Andrea Nakayama is the founder and heart of the Functional Nutrition Alliance! Andrea is a Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator, leading thousands of clients, students, and practitioners around the world in a revolution to reclaim ownership over their own health.
Andrea is a gifted educator and has a knack for making complex concepts easy to understand (and therefore easy to relay to your own clients). Her use of frameworks and story make her teachings beloved by our students and other thought-leaders in fields of Functional and Integrative Medicine and Nutrition.
MEET ANDREA
FACULTY INSTRUCTOR | LEAD NUTRITIONIST
Sandra Brougher
Sandra has been with the Functional Nutrition Alliance team since 2015. She works as a lead nutritionist in the Functional Nutrition Alliance's patient clinic. Prior to joining the Functional Nutrition Alliance, Sandra started her own nutrition business where she worked with individual clients, hosted workshops and lectures.
“By putting into place the knowledge I’ve learned and practicing what I preach, I’ve been able to transform my own health as well as the health of my family. As I’ve found, it can often be a delicate, illuminating and rich journey and I’m prepared to walk by your side as we uncover the nuances that will lead to your desired health goals.”
Sandra’s Credentials
Faculty Instructor | Course Manager
Brandin Roa
Brandin has been on the Functional Nutrition Alliance team since 2017. She works as the Intake Specialist in the Functional Nutrition Alliance's patient clinic. Prior to joining Functional Nutrition Alliance, Brandin started and ran her own nutrition counseling practice that included one-on-one counseling, creating and running group programs, and delivering community outreach workshops. She has also contracted as a nutrition consultant to a large wellness facility as well as with a functional medicine doctor’s oncology practice.
“Each person is unique, and there are subtle clues in each person’s complex history. My mission is to heal the whole person, and it begins by listening. With empathy and gentle encouragement, I help clients tell their stories, which creates a foundation for healing to truly begin.”
Brandin’s Credentials
FACULTY INSTRUCTOR | CLINIC CONCIERGE
Amber Robertson
Amber has been on the Functional Nutrition Alliance team since 2019. She works on Functional Nutrition Alliance's Clinical Nutrition Team and as Clinic Concierge in the patient clinic. Prior to joining Functional Nutrition Alliance, Amber started and ran her own health coaching practice that included one-on-one counseling, running group programs, creating and delivering workshops for community and corporate clients, and mentoring new coaches in practice development.
“After spending seven years in private practice, I’m thrilled to now be working on Andrea’s team at the Functional Nutrition Alliance. It’s exciting to connect with people who are invested in their own health and I’m honored to help them determine the next steps in their journey.”
Amber’s Credentials
Reviews from our students
“I have learned more than I ever could have imagined from Andrea Nakayama. The teachings and the community are beyond my expectations.”
STACY DAY
BSN, RN, CHC
“I have taken several nutrition programs over the years and nothing compares to this training. Andrea’s teaching style has transformed my life and increased my compliance with clients.”
ESI HOUSE
LMT
“It’s definitely worth the money. Best investment you can make, both for your clients and for people in your life. I think all health coaches should go through this.”
Margie Bissinger
MS, PT, CHC
FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION CERTIFICATION ONLINE
We offer in-depth functional nutrition
training for health providers of all levels
Full Body Systems, our core functional nutrition certification program, skillfully blends the art of practice with the science of nutrition. The curriculum is designed by Andrea Nakayama to give you all the skills you need to help anyone, no matter their signs, symptoms, or diagnosis. We also offer Advanced Certification for practitioners and short courses that allow you to experience the benefits of Functional Nutrition.