Skip to content

Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion

Showing program information for start dates between
Program Code: 10231
CIP Code: 19.0501
PGWP Eligible: Yes
Credential: Diploma
Start Dates: September
Program Length: 4 semesters
Learning
Outcomes: View All
Pathways: Explore Pathways
Save Page: Share Download

There's still time to apply for January 2025 programs. Search all January programs.

Apply for September 2025 and get your chance to win $5,000 toward tuition* See details.

Program Overview

Humber’s Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion diploma program prepares you for a career promoting health and wellness to individuals and groups of all ages and encouraging people to live a healthier lifestyle. Unique in nature, it is the only diploma program of its kind in Canada. In this program you will:

  • develop an understanding and knowledge of general and clinical nutrition, sport nutrition and physiology
  • gain valuable hands-on experience coaching and conducting health promotion seminars and workshops in the Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness Teaching and Learning Hub
  • learn how to relay knowledge of essential nutrients into practical nutritious eating for clients by discovering the techniques of healthy cooking, food demonstration, recipe development and menu planning
  • nutritionally assess and analyze menus and recipes integrating financial, health and culinary criteria

This innovative program will provide you with the education and experience to work in the continuously growing health and wellness industry. The curriculum is founded on evidence-based nutrition information and is taught by registered dietitians and other regulated health-care professionals.

Both the Food and Nutrition Management program and the Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion program share a common first year of study. Qualified graduates can earn the Food and Nutrition Management diploma with two additional semesters of study. Earn two diplomas in three years! This may help streamline career aspirations.

Work-Integrated Learning  

All students will complete a 14-week involving our external partners and our on-campus clinic that provides health and wellness services. Components include:

  • nutrition awareness events: students develop and deliver group educational workshops, displays and sessions for community, business and industry partners in various settings
  • practising nutrition coaching to Humber students and staff: students provide nutrition education for clients and support them in developing and achieving their health and nutrition related goals. This includes diet assessment, recommendations and development of a client tool kit.

Visit Future Students > Work-Integrated Learning > to learn more about your WIL power and other success stories.

Also take time to explore the digital Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness Student Handbook to learn foundational WIL concepts, plus requirements specific to this program.

paramedic students holding a gurney with a training dummy on it

Watch the video to learn what is work-integrated learning.

The Humber Advantage

State-of-the-art Facilities

The practical components of this program are delivered in state-of-the-art culinary labs, ensuring you gain all the required technical and employability skills for your future career.

student taking a sheet pan out of the oven

Culinary Lab 

two people sitting at a table with plates of food

Teaching and Learning Hub 

people sitting at a table laughing and smiling

Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness 

Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness Teaching and Learning Hub

All students will receive hands-on experience in our on-campus Teaching and Learning Hub. Drawing on the expertise of the faculty and students, the Hub offers a range of programs, services, and events for the Humber community. For example, students in this program provide nutrition assessment and goal setting services to the Humber community.

The Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness Teaching and Learning Hub 

Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness

What does the CIHW offer students? Learning Opportunities! The CIHW engages with students in multiple ways including:

  • Opportunities for capstone projects as part of their academic programs
  • Engaging in innovative applied research with faculty and industry partners
  • Placement hours with work integrated learning
  • Participating and volunteering in interdisciplinary health and wellness initiatives
The Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness 

Take a 360 degree Tour of Our Labs

For mobile and tablet users, open the video in the YouTube app. For optimal viewing experience use Firefox or Chrome. Currently Safari does not support 360 videos.

Explore the Culinary Lab

The Humber Experience

The Right Fit

Do you love food? Do you care about helping people? Have a keen interest in combining the promotion of good nutrition and healthy lifestyles? Whether you are starting your career path or are currently working in the field of nutrition, fitness or culinary arts this program may be for you.

Testimonials

Interested in Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion at Humber College yet want to know more before enrolling?

Let's GO! 

Uniform Information

Culinary uniforms are a requirement of the program and have been included in the ancillary fees. Details will be provided after receipt of your tuition deposit.

Student Experiences

Student plating food
Plated food
Student plating food
Students listening to a teacher

Expert Faculty

SCROLL FOR MORE  

Expert Faculty

You will learn from expert professors with advanced degrees. Our professors are committed to providing you with practical, hands-on as well as the theoretical knowledge necessary to help you achieve the career you want. Learn more about our people by browsing through the profiles of full-time faculty members:

faculty image
Dr. Elisse Greenspoon

BSc, BEd, DC

Read Bio  
faculty image
Mark Jachecki
Read Bio  
faculty image
Maria Pelliccia

BSc, RD

Read Bio  
faculty image
Peter Rick

RD, MBA

Read Bio  
faculty image
Jodi Robinson

MEd, RD

Read Bio  
faculty image
Lori Short-Zamudio

BSc, MPEd, RD

Read Bio  
faculty image
Tracie Sindrey

CDE, RD

Read Bio  
faculty image
Angela Wallace

RD, MSc

Read Bio  
faculty image
Lucia Weiler

BSc, RD, PHEc

Read Bio  

Your Career

The health and wellness industry offers many opportunities to help individuals live in more healthy and sustainable ways. Be a part of this continually growing industry and find employment planning and promoting a healthy lifestyle in workplaces such as:

  • corporate and community food and food service organizations
  • educational facilities
  • entrepreneurial ventures in nutrition and health coaching, menu planning, meal preparation, and nutritional analysis
  • fitness and wellness centres
  • government agencies
  • grocery franchises and natural health product businesses
  • weight management clinics

Graduates may also choose to advance their credentials by exploring pathways to higher education. Eligible graduates can pursue Humber's Bachelor of Health Sciences - Workplace Health and Wellness program, entering directly into the second year of degree studies. Or consider an additional career-complementing dipoma! Eligible Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion (NHLP) graduates may also receive credit towards the first year of study in Humber's Food and Nutrition Management diploma, or pursue Humber's Fitness and Health Promotion diploma where eligible NHLP graduates need only complete three additional semesters.

Professional Accreditations & Recognition

OFC RHEP - Certified Nutrition Consultant (OFC-CNC)

Graduates may register their credential as a Registered Health and Exercise Practitioner (RHEP) with the Ontario Fitness Council (OFC) as a Certified Nutrition Consultant (OFC-CNC). 

TrainCan - Advanced Food Safety Training and Certification (ADVANCED.fst®)

Qualified students have the opportunity to earn TrainCan - Advanced Food Safety Training and Certification (ADVANCED.fst®) certification as part of the program

Additional requirements may apply.

Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.

Related Programs

Fitness and Health Promotion

Credential: Diploma
Length: 4 semesters

Food and Nutrition Management

Credential: Diploma
Length: 4 semesters
male and female listening to someone talk

Workplace Health and Wellness, Bachelor of Health Sciences

Credential: Honours Degree
Length: 8 semesters
male and female talking

Wellness Coaching

Credential: Ontario Graduate Certificate
Length: 2 semesters

Program Availability

Start dates between Sept 2025 - Aug 2026
START DELIVERY LOCATION STATUS
Sep 2025 Course-Based North Opening Soon
Start dates between Sept 2025 - Aug 2026
START DELIVERY LOCATION STATUS
Sep 2025 Course-Based North Open

Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.

International students in Canada could be eligible for an automatic scholarship*.  Apply now!

Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.

Start dates between Sept 2025 - Aug 2026
START DELIVERY LOCATION STATUS
Sep 2025 Course-Based North Open

Humber is a publicly funded institution. International students graduating from a PGWP Eligible program at Humber are eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.

International applicants outside of Canada can apply through Humber International. Check out the step-by-step Admissions Road Map for helpful information and additional resources.

Upcoming Recruitment Events

Healthy Changes

Humber male faculty member

Watch the video to hear how the program changed his life. A Humber faculty member offers a look at the Healthy Changes program.

Every attempt is made to ensure that information contained on this website is current and accurate. Humber Polytechnic reserves the right to correct any error or omission, modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable or campus location at any time without prior notice or liability to users or any other Person.

GET YOUR $125 APPLICATION FEE BACK*

Apply On Us This September!

Apply through OCAS between June 14 - July 19, 2024 and be registered full-time on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 and receive a $125 credit equal to the domestic application fee.

To qualify, get started by filling out the APPLY ON US form.

*This promotion is open to domestic applications for the September 2024 program intakes only. Offer not valid for existing applicants or applications.

International Students with a valid Study Permit or Letter of Introduction (LOI)* can receive a Waiver Code to cover the $100 September 2024 application fee.

Bringing You Our A-Game

A Humber education is second to none, benefit from:

Sign Up   to be notified of upcoming recruitment events and activities.

How to Apply

Domestic Students

Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by July 15, 2024 to receive your Application Fee Credit. Applications for September will remain open as long as the program availability status shows Open.

To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber’s program pages, search by availability, or ontariocolleges.ca.

To see where you are in the admissions process, visit the Admissions Road Map.

International Students

If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.

Contact Us

Admissions Questions

General Enquiries

Call 416-675-3111 or email enquiry@humber.ca. If you have already applied, be sure to check your application status on myhumber.ca.

Domestic Applicants Enquiries

Domestic applicants can book a one-on-one advising appointment with an admissions representative.

International Applicants Enquiries

Contact the International Centre for information about full-time programs (including the International Graduate School), how to apply and to follow up on your submitted application.

Program-Specific Questions

Speak to the Program Co-ordinator about the course curriculum, projects and career options.

Tracie Sindrey, program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 5725
tracie.sindrey@humber.ca

Campus Information

Book a campus tour to take a closer look at what it's like to be a student at Humber.

Want More Info?

Find out more about the student experience and everything that Humber has to offer Future Students.

for more info on Humber, including programs, special events and more!

How To Become An Apprentice

Becoming an Apprentice

Find an employer willing to sponsor you as an apprentice.

Contact the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development to register as an apprentice.

Work with your employer approximately one year before attending Humber.

View Instructions 

Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)

If you’re in high school – grade 11 or 12 – you can earn co-op education credits through work placements in some skilled trades.

Visit OYAP 

How to Apply

Domestic Students

Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program.

To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber’s program pages, search by availability, or ontariocolleges.ca.

To see where you are in the admissions process, visit the Admissions Road Map.

International Students

If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.

Need Advice?

Program Advising Appointments

Get help narrowing down your program options or book a one-on-one pre-enrolment advising appointment with one of our Recruitment Officers.

Transfer & Pathway Advising

Book a virtual appointment with a Student Mobility Advisor learn more about getting Transfer Credit(s) for previous post-secondary experience, Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR), and Pathways options.

Admission Requirements

Admission selection is based on the academic criteria indicated. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission.

Admission selection is based on the following three requirements:

  • Academic

    To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
      • Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)
      • Three Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above

    or

    or

    Recommended

    • Grade 11 or 12 Biology (SBI3C, SBI3U) or equivalent. 

    Mature Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

    College Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

    University Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

  • English Language Proficiency

    All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

  • International Credit Evaluation

    Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

International Academic Equivalency

Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please enter your location or choose detect my location to see the requirements for your country below.

Post-Admission Requirements

Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).

Professional Industry Standards

Once admitted into the program, you will be expected to follow professional industry standards for decorum, uniform, hygiene and personal presentation. Practical lab classes have strict uniform and attendance standards and policies which are mandatory for successful completion of these key courses.

It is mandatory to wear a Humber issued uniform in practical lab classes in this program. Admittance to these classes is not permitted if you are not in uniform. The cost for the uniform has been added to your first semester tuition fees. In order for the uniform to be available for the first day of class, students must submit their size requirements via an online order form. Uniform order form is located on the program description page.

Placement Requirements

The pre-requisite requirements must be fulfilled before the commencement of your placement. Participation in placements will not be allowed if not all the pre-requisite requirements are met. Due to the variety of venues and possible changes in legislation, the requirements are subject to change. Please use the following link to find detailed information about your program’s placement pre-requisite requirements. View Requirements

Equipment & Device Requirements

Semester 1

Details and Specifications Minimum Specifications Recommended Specifications
Processor Intel i5-8300H (PC)
4-core or higher 64bit (Mac)		 Intel i5-8300H (PC)
4-core or higher 64bit (Mac)
OS Windows 10 (PC)
OS 10.15 (Mac)		 Windows 10 (PC)
OS 10.15 (Mac)
Memory 8GB of RAM 8GB of RAM
Storage 256GB 256GB
Monitor Laptop Laptop
Other Built-in microphone and webcam, Software: Adobe creative and Microsoft office Suite Built-in microphone and webcam, Software: Adobe creative and Microsoft office Suite

Program-Specific Questions

Speak to the Program Co-ordinator about the course curriculum, projects and career options.

Tracie Sindrey, program co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 5725
tracie.sindrey@humber.ca

Fees & Financial Aid

The 2024/2025 fee for two semesters was:

  • domestic: $4,423.11
  • international: $16,798.91

Fees are subject to change.

Fees by Semester

Domestic Fees International Fees

Additional Costs

$450 – textbooks (for one semester); $100 – safety shoes; $175 – tool set; nominal fees to cover the costs of industry field trips (varying by semester).

Financial Aid, Scholarships and Bursaries

Understand the costs associated with coming to Humber and explore resources available from first year to your final year on Student Fees and Financial Resources.

Scholarships

Humber Scholarships

Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships. International students can visit International Student Scholarships.

Humber Bursaries

Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.

External Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships

Find out more information about external scholarships and bursaries, visit External Awards.

Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships

Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.

Explore Opportunities through Humber Pathways

Humber Pathways include:

  • Opportunities to build on your college education and complete your diploma or degree at Humber.
  • Degree and graduate study opportunities at other institutions in Ontario, Canada and abroad.
View Pathways Into This Program  
View Transfer Out Opportunities From This Program  
loading gif
[