What you will learn

Role of diet, nutrition and lifestyle in the prevention and progression of cancer, cardiovascular diseases and diabetes mellitus.
Develop a critical mind-set in the research fields of nutrition and disease
Determine what information has a solid scientific basis and what is misinformation
Better weigh and interpret the information overload about nutrition and disease
Understand recommendations for a healthy lifestyle based on the latest scientific evidence

Program Overview

Expert instruction

2 skill-building courses

Self-paced

Progress at your own speed

3 months

6 - 8 hours per week

$378

USD

For the full program experience

Courses in this program

WageningenX's Nutrition and Disease Professional Certificate
Nutrition and Cancer
Nutrition, Heart Disease and Diabetes
Job Outlook

Meet your instructors
from Wageningen University & Research (WageningenX)

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Experts from WageningenX committed to teaching online learning

Program endorsements

The World Cancer Research Fund global network greatly values the Professional Certificate Program in Nutrition and Disease. We believe it provides professionals with crucial insight into the significant role of diet and lifestyle in the prevention and survival of cancer. This is vital for anyone working in the field of health, nutrition and cancer.

Panagiota Mitrou , Director of Research Funding & Science External Relations, World Cancer Research Fund International

Also in Food & Nutrition at edX

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