The Master of Science in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine (MS-HNFM) program is offered as a collaborative endeavor between UWS and the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), the organization that founded and developed many functional medicine concepts in use today. University of Western States is the only institution where you can obtain an accredited Master of Science degree in human nutrition and functional medicine. 

The program is 100% online and eligible for financial aid.

WHAT IS FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE?
Functional medicine is a science-based, patient-centered and systems-oriented approach to helping people achieve and maintain excellent health. This is accomplished primarily through natural methods, with diet and nutrition as a central focus. It is a forefront model for health care practice that seeks to address the causes of disease and dysfunction rather than suppressing symptoms.

FAST FACTS
Master of Science
Format: online
Length: 6-9 quarters (flexible pacing)
Credits: 56 quarter (37.3 semester)
Entry Term: April and October

CERTIFICATION
Completion of the MS-HNFM program satisfies all of the coursework requirements to sit for several important national certification exams in the field of nutrition, including the Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), the Certified Clinical Nutritionist (CCN) and the Diplomate of the American Clinical Board of Nutrition (DACBN).