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NTI has two programs. The Nutrition Therapy Master Certification (NTMC) program and the certified Natural Food Chef (NFC) program. Tuition details for both programs can be found below.
NTMC Tuition
Nutrition Therapist Master Certification Program
You can become a highly qualified Nutrition Therapist Master for less than $12,000 and in as little as 18 months!
The NTI NTMC Program is pay-as-you-go, meaning you pay for the course(s) as you take them. If you take one course at a time, that's the only tuition cost you pay for during that time. There are no deposits, down-payments or finance charges; full program tuition cannot be paid up front. Each course is $950 or less, and payment plans are available to break up the course fee into up to 4 payments (see Payment Plan Options below).
| Course | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomy & Physiology for the Nutritionist | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Biochemical Foundations of Nutrition | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Nutrients: The Building Blocks | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Nutrition Therapy in Practice | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Digestion and Detoxification | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Weight Management and Sports Nutrition | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Life cycles/Healthy Aging Nutrition | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Pathophysiology and Clinical Applications | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Nutritional Endocrinology and Reproductive Health | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Research and Communications | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Introduction to Herbology, Supplements and Labs | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Business Readiness and Coaching Skills | 10 weeks | $950 |
| Independent Study | 20 weeks | $570 |
| NUTRITION THERAPIST MASTER CERTIFICATION TOTAL (Not including one-time $115 application fee and $35 advocacy fee) Prices effective 12/05/2022 | $11,970 |
The Return on Your Investment
Choosing to pursue education is an investment in yourself that reaps lifelong rewardsChoose NTI and secure these lifelong rewards:
Deeply understand how nutrition influences health from a science and research-based curriculum
Support your own health and that of your family and community
Create a rewarding career that aligns with your personal beliefs about wellness
Attain confidence and competence in knowing how to expertly guide others in achieving their own wellness goals
Be ready to become Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition
Become your own boss and achieve a desirable work-life balance
Become the person YOU needed most on your health journey!
Your investment for each of the first 12 courses is less than $100 per week; here’s what you will receive:
- Expertly curated curriculum content that provides an in-depth comprehensive education in the science and practice of holistic nutrition
- Clearly articulated delivery of curriculum content by a diverse group of holistic health professionals using a variety of mechanisms including recorded video and live webinars, or in-person lectures
- Effective self-guided learning through weekly slide presentations and weekly quizzes – all slide presentations are downloadable for you to keep
- Personalized interaction with administration staff members who are friendly and genuinely interested in your success – including technical support, regular progress check-ins, and experienced advising
Your investment in the final Independent Study project is less than $48 per week; upon completion, you will have immersed yourself in the research and created a tangible product that:
- Exhibits your expertise in a chosen area of interest
- Substantiates your credibility and knowledge about this topic
- Establishes your niche area of specialty
- Can be used to generate revenue immediately upon graduation
Contact our admissions team for more information at [email protected]
Payment Plan Options
For each course, we offer an interest free payment plan in which you can select up to 4 payments to pay for your course tuition. The first payment must be made before the course start date and the final payment must be made before the last class. There is a $15 administrative fee per payment, but the first one will be waived if you make your first payment on the day you register for your course. The payment plan can be used with any of the 13 courses in the NTMC program.
Contact our admissions team for more information [email protected]
Additional Costs: Books
The books required for our NTMC courses are carefully selected to provide a useful ongoing reference library for graduates as they embark on their professional careers. Students purchase books independently; NTI does not sell books. The cost of books varies considerably depending on where they are purchased. There are online book vendors that offer used books at discount prices. Book lists are distributed to students when payment and enrollment forms for classes have been received. Budget approximately $800-1000 for books for the full program.
Financial Policy
Students can pay tuition by the single course or by the term. Payment plans are also available. Contact our administrative office with questions.
- Students are charged for each course based on current prices as noted in their Enrollment Agreement. Tuition prices are subject to change at the beginning of each academic year.
- For in-person campus and group start online courses, payment or payment arrangements must be made before the start of the course.
- Independent start online students may begin their courses as soon as payment or payment arrangements are made.
- A $30.00 service fee is applied to all returned checks.
- All charges must be paid in US dollars.
- Graduation and receipt of the certificate as a Nutrition Therapist Master will not be granted until all financial obligations to the Institute are fulfilled.
- Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, cash and check are accepted.
- Click Here for NTI's policy regarding Colorado HB22-1049
NFC Tuition
Natural Food Chef Program
You can become a certified Natural Food Chef (NFC) for less than $14,000 with our 15 week, hands-on program!
The NTI NFC Program meets 3 days a week for 15 weeks for a total of 360 hours of instruction. NFC is limited to 10 students per term and there are 2 terms per year. The program consists of 4 areas of emphasis and all 4 areas are provided during the single 15 week program. A 10% deposit is required when you submit your application. Full tuition is due by the first day of class, however a payment plan is available. (see the Payment Plan Option below)
| Course | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts & Methods (CAM) | 15 weeks | $13,500 |
| Cooking to Nourish (CN) | 15 weeks | Included in CAM |
| Business Principles (BP) | 15 weeks | Included in CAM |
| Independent Study (IS) | 15 weeks | Included in CAM |
| NATURAL FOOD CHEF CERTIFICATION TOTAL (Not including one-time $115 application fee) | $13,500 |
Payment Plan Option
For the NFC program, we offer an interest free payment plan in which you can select up to 4 equal payments to pay for your program tuition. The 1st payment must be made before the program start date. The 2nd payment is due at Week 4, 3rd payment due at Week 8, and 4th payment due at Week 12. There is a $15 administrative fee per payment, but the first one can be waived if you make your first payment on the day you register for the program.
Contact our admissions team for more information [email protected]
Additional Costs
Books
The books required for the NFC program are carefully selected to provide a useful background on the many cooking techniques and food preparations covered in the program and provide a useful ongoing reference library for Natural Food Chef graduates.
Students purchase books independently; NTI does not sell books. The cost of books varies considerably depending on where they are purchased. There are online book vendors that offer used books at discount prices.
Book lists are distributed to students when payment and enrollment forms for NFC program have been received. Budget approximately $200-$300 for books for the full program.
Knives
Other
Shoes: Students are expected to own sturdy, non-slip shoes to protect themselves during cooking classes.
ServSafe® Certification: Students are required to take an online food safety certification training course called ServSafe; the cost is $20-$25.
At-home equipment: Equipment for personal home kitchens will be at the student’s discretion and own expense. This is an optional expense and will be discussed in the Kitchen Organization and Equipment class.
Optional: All NFC graduates are eligible to apply for the certification as a Personal Chef through national organizations. The cost, paid directly to the United States Personal Chef Association (USPCA) or the American Personal & Private Chef Association (APPCA), is $695-895.
Financial Policy
Students can pay tuition any day prior to the first day of class. Payment plans are also available. Contact our administrative office with questions.
- A minimum number of enrolled students is needed in order to offer the NFC program each term. If the minimum number of students is not reached, students will receive a full refund of their deposit and any tuition paid. If the minimum number of students is reached, NTI will notify all enrolled and/or registered students that the NFC program will occur that term. Students will then have 3 business days to cancel their Enrollment Agreement and/or registration via email and in order to get their 10% deposit refunded. After this 3-day period, the 10% deposit will become non-refundable even if the student withdraws or cancels before the first day of class.
- A $30.00 service fee is applied to all returned checks.
- All charges must be paid in US dollars.
- Graduation and receipt of the certificate as a Natural Food Chef will not be granted until all financial obligations to the Institute are fulfilled.
- Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, cash and check are accepted.
- Click Here for NTI's policy regarding Colorado HB22-1049
