College Diploma - Nutrition And Healthy Lifestyle Nutrition - Healthy Lifestyle Promotion (10231) at Humber Polytechnic - Program overview

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Program overview

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Last updated on 2026-03-12

Program overview

Program Overview

Are you passionate about promoting health and wellness? Humber’s unique Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion program is the only diploma of its kind in Canada, designed to prepare you for a fulfilling career encouraging individuals and groups of all ages to live healthier lifestyles. In this program, you will develop an understanding of general and clinical nutrition, sport nutrition, and physiology. You will gain invaluable hands-on experience by coaching and conducting health promotion seminars and workshops. The curriculum is founded on evidence-based nutrition information and is taught by registered dietitians and other regulated health-care professionals.

Program Structure

The Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion program is structured to provide a comprehensive education over a period of 4 semesters. This program offers an online option, allowing for flexibility in your studies. Key features of the program structure include:

Hands-on experience through practical labs and workshops.
Interprofessional Education (IPE) courses that foster collaboration with peers across the Faculty of Health & Life Sciences.
A dual diploma opportunity, allowing students to earn an additional diploma in Food and Nutrition Management with two extra semesters of study.
Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) components, including a 14-week field experience.

This innovative program equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the growing health and wellness industry.

Featured Experiences

The Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion program offers a variety of unique experiences that enhance learning and professional development:

Field Experience: A 14-week field experience involving external partners and on-campus clinics, where students develop and deliver nutrition awareness events and coaching.
Nutrition Coaching: Students provide nutrition education and support to Humber students and staff, helping them achieve their health and nutrition-related goals.
Interprofessional Education: Courses that provide opportunities to learn collaboratively with students from various health disciplines.
Hands-on Learning: Practical components delivered in state-of-the-art culinary labs, ensuring students gain essential technical and employability skills.

Career Options

Graduates of the Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion program can pursue a variety of career opportunities in Canada, including:

Nutrition Consultant: Advising clients on dietary choices and nutrition plans to improve their health and well-being.
Health Coach: Supporting individuals in achieving their health goals through personalized coaching and lifestyle changes.
Wellness Coordinator: Developing and implementing wellness programs in corporate or community settings.
Menu Planner: Creating nutritious and appealing menus for schools, hospitals, or restaurants.
Nutrition Educator: Teaching individuals and groups about healthy eating and lifestyle choices in various settings.

These roles allow graduates to make a significant impact on the health and wellness of individuals and communities across Canada.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2026-03-12

Program overview

Academic Requirements

To apply for the College Diploma - Nutrition And Healthy Lifestyle Nutrition - Healthy Lifestyle Promotion (10231) program, the following academic requirements must be met:

Applicants must possess the equivalent of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
Required courses as noted on specific program web pages must be completed.

For international students, particularly those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, the following requirements apply:

Upper Secondary School Certificate with a minimum grade of 6 in program required subjects.
Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the application process or requirements, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors for support.

Language Requirements

If English isn’t your first language or if you studied in another language, you must show proof of English proficiency through an approved evaluation. The following English proficiency tests are accepted for the College Diploma - Nutrition And Healthy Lifestyle Nutrition - Healthy Lifestyle Promotion (10231) program:

CAEL Online or In-Person: Overall band score of 60
Cambridge English Tests: B2 First / C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169 (with no single subscore below 162)
Duolingo Language Test: 105 and above
Humber English for Academic Purposes Pathway Program (EAP): Successful completion of the EAP certificate program with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 60% in Semester 2
IELTS Academic Level: Overall 6.0 AND No band below 5.5
LanguageCert Academic LCA: Overall 65-69 with no skill under 60
MET: 56
PTE Academic: 53 - 57
TOEFL Academic Level: 550 for paper-based test OR 80 (20L, 20W, 20S, 20R) for internet-based test
Integrated Skills in English (ISE): Overall score of 90 and a minimum score of 80 in each skill

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DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

Not meeting the minimum language requirements?

You may still be able to apply!