National Continuing Education
Event Calendar

NOTICE: Starting with membership renewals for 2006, NANP Professional Members will need to provide documentation of having completed 10 CEUs annually. All NANP approved (category I) CEU programs offered in 2007 will count toward your 2008 CEU
requirement. Events approved for Category I CEUs are noted as such.

NANP members who are Registered will need to provide CEU documentation of 30 CEUs at the time of their registration renewal (every two years).

California Chapter click here for Calendar of Events.

For more CEU options go to the CEU Library of Resources

Did you miss NANP's annual Nutritional Solutionsa: Best PracticesConference 2007?
For information about purchasing conference recordings, call 800-342-8037 or email your inquiry to execdir@nanp.org.

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NANP 2008 Annual Conference!

Nutritional Solutions: Best Practices

October 17-19, 2008

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, Santa Rosa, CA

Don't miss this exciting event. Topics and speakers include:

Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS: Weight Loss Coaching, Mikell Parsons, DC, CCN, DACBN: Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding, JJ Virgin, PhD,CNS: Public Speaking, David Brady: Understanding the Complicated Client and much more........!

Click here to view the flyer

Click here to register

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Nationally known lecturer and author, J J Virgin, returns to the Parker campus in Dallas, Texas on August 9, 2008 to offer an eight-hour Practice Building Bootcamp. Innovative Practice Development and Marketing Solutions for the Enlightened Health Care Professional is a no-nonsense, practical solution that will add sparks to your practice! Whether you are just starting out or already have a successful clinic, you don’t want to miss this powerful seminar overflowing with proven techniques. Learn how to turn your practice into a business with leveraged, residual income – this means more TIME and MONEY for you – with LESS work! To get more information go to http://www.parkercc.edu/Index.aspx?id=10548&displayid=1137 

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Boulderfest 2008

by Crayhon Research

Approved for 11 category 1 NANP CEU's

The Latest Findings In Nutritional Medicine and Natural Healing

Omni Interlocken Resort, Broomfield, CO

July 18-20, 2008

Click here for flyer and registration form

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Core Concepts for Nutritional Medicine

by Designs for Health

Approved for 6 Category 1 NANP CEU's

The Role of Toxicants and the Gastrointestinal
Environment in Chronic Disease: Novel Diagnostic
and Therapeutic Approaches

Dates and locations for 2008!

September 27 .............................................................San Francisco, CA                               

October 25...................................................................Vienna, VA                                                  

             Click here for flyer and registration

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The Depression Pandemic
by Metagenics
Approved for category 1 NANP CEU's

Depression, anxiety, panic, sleep disorders, and

addictive behaviors are all symptoms that overlap and form
patterns of behavior that are either caused by stress,
aggravated by stress, or actually cause stress. The
Depression Pandemic explores the impact of long-term
stress—the common denominator for all illness—on key
areas of the brain involved in emotional processing,
learning, and memory. 

Lyra Heller Seminar Series - 3 CEU's
Dates and locations for 2008 pending

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Jay Lombard Seminar Series- 6 CEU's

Dates and locations for 2008

Click here for brochure

September 27 ...................................Chicago, IL

October 1............................................San Francisco, CA

October 12..........................................Portland, OR

October 18..........................................Montreal, Canada

November 15......................................Dallas, TX

November 16......................................Denver, CO



Call Metagenics Customer Service to register: 800-692-9400




FirstLine Therapy (FLT) Certification Program
by Metagenics
Click here for brochure

The FirstLine Therapy (FLT) Certification Program is a 31/2-day, intensive educational seminar that gives practitioners and key staff members the
training and tools they need to implement a successful TLC program in virtually any clinical setting. The program will be presented in an interactive format that combines lectures with practice sessions in which participants will have the opportunity to learn and master the use of FLT tools.

- Expand your practice and gain new referrals
- Encourage healthy lifestyle changes to improve long-term health
- Accurately assess clients through objective testing methods
- Create personalized plans for individual health needs
- Organize client follow-ups to increase motivation and success
- Achieve optimal outcomes and improve the lives of your clients

Dates and locations for 2008!

June 26-29..................................................... Montreal, Canada

July 24-27..................................................... Los Angeles, CA

September 11-14........................................ Seattle, WA

September 25-28........................................ New York, NY

October 16-19..............................................Chicago, IL

November 6-9...............................................Toronto, Canada

November 13-16..........................................Lake Las Vegas, NV

Call Metagenics Customer Service to register: 800-682-9400


The Next Revolution in GI Health Restoration

by Metagenics

Approved for 7 NANP Cagegory 1 CEU's

This seminar will provide the practitioner with a fundamental understanding of the underlying pathophysiology of several common GI disorders that are often mestreatedmedically and nutritionally. Learn how to resolve these disorders using Novel Nutritional Tools.

Dates and locations for 2008!

July 13.................................................................Las Vegas

September 13 ...................................................Reno, NV

September 20................................................... Grand Rapids, MI

September 21................................................... Plymouth, MI

September 28 ...................................................Atlanta, GA

September 27....................................................Montreal, Canada (no ceu's)

Click here for brochure

Call Metagenics Customer Service to register: 800-682-9400

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Unlocking the Secrets of Gluten Sensitivity

Implications for Neurological, Musculoskeletal, and Immune Health

by Metagenics

Approved for 6 NANP Category 1 CEU's

8:30:AM-4:30 PM

  • Discover the history and incidence of gluten intolerance and celiac disease
  • Recognize the possible association of gluten intolerance and celiac
    disease with extra-intestinal manifestations
  • Understand the differential diagnosis of celiac disease and gluten intolerance—
    serology, examination findings, and in-office examination clues
  • Learn effective treatments for conditions associated with different stages
    of gluten intolerance and celiac disease (acute, chronic, and rebuilding
    of damaged tissue)
  • Understand the importance of early testing and follow-up monitoring

Dates and locations for 2008!

September 6 ...................................Dallas, TX

October 4........................................Toronto, Canada

October 18......................................Philadelphia, PA

November 1 ....................................Seattle, WA

November 2.....................................Long Beach, CA

November 8.....................................New York, NY

November 9.....................................Chicago, IL

November 16 ...................................Denver, CO

December 6.....................................Phoenix, AZ

Click here for brochure

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Neruotransmitters and Brain

by Apex Energetics

Approved for 15  NANPCategory I CEUs. 

Dates and locations for 2008!

    August 16 & 17 .....................................................Ft. Lauderdale, FL

    September 13 & 14............................................... Portland, OR

    September 26 & 28............................................... Lahaina, HI

    October 18-19 ........................................................Wesminster, CO

    November 15-16 ...................................................San Francisco, CA

    November 22-23....................................................Santa Monica, CA

    December 13-14 ...................................................Austin, TX

This course reviews physiological interactions between neurotransmitters, hormones, and the immune system.  Clinical applications regarding questionnaire forms, laboratory tests, and nutritional supplements will be emphasized in the course.  A complete review of the literature that pertain to natural supplements that support neurotransmitters, hormones, and the immune system will be provided in the course book.  Numerous clinical pearls and case studies will be presented to provide information that can be used effectively by the practicing clinician.  You will also learn the interconnections between:

  • Cytokines, hormones and neurotransmitters
  • Thyroid imbalances and neurotransmitters
  • Dysglycemia and neurotransmitters
  • Adrenal gland imbalances and neurotransmitters
  • Immune cell cytokines and hormone regulation

The cost of the seminar is $315 for those who register two weeks in advance of the seminar, and $355 for those who register later.  Dr. Datis Kharrazian will be the presenter.

To register call: 800 736-4381

Click here for brochure

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Beyond Nutrition Seminar

by Apex Energetics

Dr. William J. Kneebone, DC, CNC, DIHom, FIAMA, DIACT

Approved for 8 NANP Category 1 CEU's

Beyond Nutrition is designed to help the practitioner who is new to homeopathy and bioenergetics gain a better understanding of the basic elements of complex homeopathy so that they can better utilize the Apex Energetics complex homeopathic formulas.

Dates and locations for 2008!

August 9.....................................................................Charlotte, NC

September 13.......................................................... Phoenix, AZ

October 4 ..................................................................San Diego, CA

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Beyond Nutrition II Seminar

by Apex Energetics

Dr. William J. Kneebone, DC,CNC,DIHom, FIAMA, DIACT

Approved for 8 NANP Category 1 CEU'S

This is an eight hour course designed to develop a deeper understanding

of the mechanisms of toxic build up in the body and how it relates to allergies

along with a multifaceted approach to toxic load reduction.

Dates and locations for 2008!


July 19....................................................................... Portland, OR
August 2.................................................................... Englewood, CO
November 8.............................................................. Phoenix, AZ
December 13.............................................................San Francisco, CA

Click here for brochure

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Functional Endocrinology
by Apex Energetics
Approved for 16 NANP Category I CEUs

This seminar teaches healthcare practitioners how to support hormonal balance by analyzing salivary and serum testing, then applying the appropriate nutritional support. This unique seminar emphasizes four critical steps, including understanding
the complex interactions of hormone metabolism, correct laboratory test selection and interpretation, successful nutritional management using the latest scientific research, and effective education and support of endocrine patients.


Dates and locations for 2008!

June 28-29 ............................................Dallas, TX

July 12-13..............................................San Francisco, CA

July 19-20 .............................................Orlando, FL


To register call: 800 736-4381

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Functional Endocrinology Case Studies and Clinical Concepts
by Apex Energetics
Approved for 16 NANP Category I CEUs

This intermediate course will build on the principles practitioners have learned from the Functional Endocrinology and Blood Chemistry courses by incorporating more
advanced procedures that include Autoimmune testing, Natural Killer Cells and Regulatory T Cells, and much more. There will be details on nutritional support of diffi cult cases utilizing information acquired and analyzed from the advanced lab testing and test results from previous courses put together in a manner that is easy to understand and incorporate into your practice.

Dates and locations for 2008!


June 28-29...............................................Dallas, TX
July 12-13............................................... San Francisco, CA
July 19-20 ...............................................Orlando, FL
July 26-27 ...............................................Santa Fe, NM

August 23-24 ......................................... Santa Monica, CA

October 11-12 ........................................San Francisco, CA

December 6-7 ........................................Denver, CO


To register call: 800 736-4381

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Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis
by Apex Energetics
Approved for 16 NANP Category I CEUs

Integrate the latest scientific research into a practical and objective approach to customize dietary and nutritional support for your patients. The timeless topic of Blood Chemistry gets a past due makeover from one of the top nutritional clinicians in the country as Dr. Datis Kharrazian presents new information gleaned from current medical literature. 

Dates and locations for 2008!
August 9-10........................................Austin, TX

September 20-21...............................Woodland Hills, CA

October 25-26 ...................................Portland, OR

November 1-2 ...................................Orlando, FL

To register call: 800 736-4381


The Top 20 Nutritional Strategies Every Health Provider Needs to Know
Safe, Effective, and Refreshing Solutions for Common, Complex Health Problems

Presenter: Robert A. Rakowski, DC, CCN, DACBN, DIBAK

Dr. Rakowski, a renowned international lecturer and clinic director, will share from his own clinical experience how the majority of patients can experience vastly improved health by addressing critical underlying issues associated with the prominent health problems of today. By choosing the top, rapid natural therapies you can achieve clinical excellence easily!

- Discover how only 20 natural formulas can produce 80% of your product revenue
- Gain new tools to manage pain, depression, addictive eating patterns, and more
- Learn solid strategies to enhance digestion and nutritional status
- Discover better, faster detoxification strategies


Dates and locations for 2008 pending!

Call Metagenics Customers Service to register: 1-800-692-9400 or click here for more information.


Mark your calendar!

Nourishing the Nutrition Professional
teleconference support group is now open to all NANP members!

Purpose/Benefit of group: To learn valuable ways to build and grow your practice; support each other in our respective practices with personal business, clinical and nutrition experience; and learn from seasoned colleagues and professionals. Calls are 90 minutes long and held monthly with additional online support. The group is limited in size to maximize the group's productivity and supportiveness. People will be admitted on a first come first serve basis. Click here for more info.