Functional Nurse Academy
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Offering the most comprehensive functional training for LPN, RN and NP
Module 1: Welcome to Functional Nurse Academy!
Tutorial of the course platform and practitioner toolkit.
Module 2: Introduction to Functional Medicine in Nursing
Learn how nurses can practice functional medicine within their scope of practice. Receive an overview of functional medicine modalities and how nurses can successfully apply these methods to improve client outcomes.
Module 3: Functional Lab Reviews
Identify optimal ranges for both functional medicine testing and standard serum laboratory tests. Learn how to identify patterns of dysfunction and generate functional medicine health reports. Discover how nurses can utilize lab testing under their scope of practice.
Module 4: All Disease Begins in the Gut
Explore common gut microbiome dysfunctions and learn how to effectively utilize the GI MAP functional stool analysis in your practice. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the 5R protocol for gut restoration through engaging video presentations and practical resources. This module also features in-depth presentations on parasitic infections and a detailed breakdown of the GI MAP analysis.
Module 5: Restoring Hormonal Balance: Healing Sex Hormones, Overcoming Weight Loss Resistance, and Mastering DUTCH Testing
Discover how to identify potential causes of hormonal imbalances, weight loss resistance, adrenal dysfunction, and metabolic disorders. Learn to review and incorporate the DUTCH test (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) into your practice, and explore effective testing and strategies to support clients with hormonal challenges. This module focuses on mastering DUTCH testing and providing actionable solutions to help clients overcome weight loss resistance and restore hormonal balance.
Module 6: Navigating HPA Axis, Adrenal, and Thyroid Health
This module dives into adrenal dysfunction, the HPA axis, and thyroid health, exploring their functions, common dysfunctions, and root causes. It compares conventional and functional medicine approaches while providing practical insights on testing methods like multi-sample urinary cortisol testing, complete thyroid testing and optimizing thyroid hormones and supporting the HPA axis. You will gain valuable tools, including adaptogenic herb protocols, nutraceutical support, case studies, and resources such as product sheets and scientific literature.
Module 7: Nutrient Deficiencies, Dietary Guides & Creating Comprehensive Wellness Plans
This module focuses on creating comprehensive wellness and targeted nutraceutical plans by addressing nutrient deficiencies, core supplements, and evidence-based nutraceutical therapy. Students will learn practical strategies, including nutrition resources, EMR (Practice Better) and FullScript tutorials, and developing wellness plans within the nursing scope. Resources such as sample plans, assessment tools, and handouts on food additives, stress, and values exercises enhance the learning experience, while scientific literature provides deeper insights into micronutrient requirements and stress impacts.
Module 8: Immune Health & Autoimmunity
Receive an in-depth exploration of immune health and autoimmunity, including the basics of autoimmune conditions, root causes, and functional testing options to educate and support clients. Students will learn strategies to address immune dysregulation, including therapeutics for gut health, natural immune modulation, and interventions for spike protein-induced conditions such as COVID, long-haul symptoms, and vaccine injuries. Resources include detailed guides on organic acid testing, autoimmune resources, client wellness plans, and tools to enhance client education and care.
Module 9: Toxicity, Detoxification and Mitochondrial Health
This module focuses on understanding toxicity, detoxification, and mitochondrial health to support clients dealing with chronic conditions. Students will explore environmental toxins, heavy metals, and the role of the liver in detoxification, along with strategies for gentle detox and supplementation. Topics include chronic fatigue syndrome, mitochondrial dysfunction, mold and mycotoxin-related illnesses, and a functional approach to testing and interventions. Resources include wellness plan templates, testing guides, and research on the health impacts of toxins and heavy metals.
Module 10: Spirituality and Health | A Case for God in Medicine
This module explores the profound connection between faith, health and spiritual and religious practices.. Participants will review scientifically validated benefits of spiritual practices, including increased cortical thickness, reduced suicide risk, and remarkable healing outcomes linked to prayer. Near-death experience studies, the complexity of life, and DNA as evidence for intelligent design are also discussed.
Within this module, optional biblical and Christian-based content is offered as an elective.
Module 11: Functional Medicine Business Mastery
The Functional Medicine Business Mastery module will equip you with essential skills to build and grow a thriving functional medicine practice. Topics include business formation, pricing, client enrollment strategies, and effective networking. Students will also learn to craft a strong marketing strategy by identifying their ideal client, mastering discovery calls, and leveraging social media and referrals. Comprehensive resources, including pricing guides, client enrollment templates, and marketing planners, provide practical tools for success.
Module 12: Putting it Together
In this module, you will gain an understanding of how to work with a client from start to finish through a series of video examples. At the end of the module, you will be able to identify strategies for performing discovery calls, learn how to perform client assessments and lab reviews and understand how to utilize your practice management forms for new client intake.
Module 13: Take Action
In this module, you will receive an overview of practice management forms and templates then learn how to upload them into your practice management software, and understand how to utilize practice forms and templates with your clients.
Module 14: Medical Provider Collaboration
In this module, you will gain an understanding of how to collaborate with your client’s medical team, receive an overview of how to write letters to patient providers requesting medical treatment and collaboration. Explore a variety of physician letter templates, and how to use them in your practice.
Module 14-17: Case Studies
Review 4 real life case studies, all case study materials provided.
Module 18: Case Studies (pediatric and adolescent)
Review an adolescent case study and pediatric case study, all case study materials provided.
Module 19: Course Reflection and Resource Materials
Reflection of the course content and receive additional resource materials to help you succeed in private practice.
Module 20: Course Assessment, Receive 90 Continuing Education Hours and Claim 6 Free Months of FNA's Live Monthly Mentorship Program
After you have submitted your course evaluation and assessment you will receive a certificate of completion and 90 continuing education hours. Students must claim their CEU's by 12 months of enrollment. Enrollment includes 6 months free of the FNA live monthly mentorship program.
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New Course Updates Added ✨
We’ve recently added/updated several new resources inside the Functional Nurse Academy course, including:
✅ Functional Lab Testing Cheat Sheet
✅ Fillable Marketing Planner
✅ Fillable Client Summary Form
✅ 6 Figure Pricing Guide
✅ CDC Vaccination Schedule Link
✅ Updated FLCCC content and IMA resources
✅ Added AHNA Board Certs
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🎙️ The FNA Podcast Has Officially Launched!
Melissa will now be publishing weekly episodes on The Functional Nurse Academy Podcast, featuring:
• Interviews with FNA graduates
• Conversations with functional medicine experts
• Practical tips and education insight for functional nursing
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