NP 110: Introduction to Nutritional Psychology Methods

The foundational course in the growing field of nutritional psychology.


This course is the first in a next-generation curriculum in nutritional psychology and is designed to lay the foundation of study in nutritional psychology and serve as a resource for mental health professionals, nutritionists, and allied health professionals. It can also be placed within the university environment to train future professionals, as well as all other individuals who would benefit from understanding the diet-mental health relationship. 

Please note that NO PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS of nutritional psychology are provided in this course. That content will be covered in the NP 200 series. 

*For those taking this course for Continuing Education (CE/CPE) Credits*:

CNP is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor Continuing Education (CE) for psychologists and mental health providers, by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) to provide CE credits for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), and by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) to provide Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits for Licensed Dietitians and Dietetic Technicians, Registered (RDs/DTRs). This course provides 10 CE credits and 10 CPE credits. CNP maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

This course is the first in a next-generation curriculum in nutritional psychology and is designed to lay the foundation of study in nutritional psychology and serve as a resource for mental health professionals, nutritionists, and allied health professionals. It can also be placed within the university environment to train future professionals, as well as all other individuals who would benefit from understanding the diet-mental health relationship. 

Please note that NO PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS of nutritional psychology are provided in this course. That content will be covered in the NP 200 series. 

*For those taking this course for Continuing Education (CE/CPE) Credits*:

CNP is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor Continuing Education (CE) for psychologists and mental health providers, by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) to provide CE credits for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and/or LEPs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), and by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) to provide Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits for Licensed Dietitians and Dietetic Technicians, Registered (RDs/DTRs). This course provides 10 CE credits and 10 CPE credits. CNP maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Course Information


Instructor Information

See the NP 110 course page for Instructors and their qualifications. Once enrolled, Course Instructors and administrators may be contacted via the course platform and will make every effort to respond within 24 hours. Questions may be directed to info@nutritional-psychology.org. Check the syllabus for further information regarding the method of communication for course disputes and unresolved issues.

Course Details

Dates and Times: Open enrollment and registration.
Location: Online
Duration: 10 hours to complete
Access: Three months (90 Days) once enrolled

NOTICE! YOUR ACCOUNT WILL BE DEACTIVATED 3 MONTHS AFTER ENROLLMENT IN THIS COURSE. TO REGISTER FOR ANOTHER COURSE PLEASE CONTACT admin@nutritional-psychology.org TO REACTIVATE YOUR ACCOUNT.

Fees: The one-time course fee payment is due at the time of enrollment and is considered non-refundable. Exception for a partial refund (up to 75%) will be considered should the learner have proof of severe circumstances leaving them unable to complete the course. Learners who have completed the course's first module will not be refunded.

Additional Features

FAQs: See the course page for frequently asked questions.
Technical Requirements: Internet access and computer.
Accessibility: Learners with disabilities can email editor@nutritional-psychology.org for support.

Disclaimer 

The information in this course is not meant to, nor should it ever be used, to treat, mitigate, or cure psychiatric illness. This information should never be used as a substitute for sound medical advice. This educational course is designed to introduce professionals, students, and interested individuals to developing their understanding of the connection between diet and all aspects of psychological functioning and mental health. Best practices for how to integrate this information professionally, ethically, and within the standards of practice will be covered in upcoming courses. While this information can be incorporated into one's practice within an educational framework, it cannot be used to provide dietary advice or any form of dietary intervention or treat any psychological or mental health issues.

Terms and Conditions

Privacy Policy: Registration and course information is private and only available to course administrators.
Terms of Use: Legal terms regarding participation in the course. All information in this course is subject to copyright and, if used, must be properly cited according to the criteria in the "How Do I Cite this Course?" section. 

Course Completion

Evaluation and Certificate


At the end of this course is a course evaluation. Upon completing this course evaluation, you will receive an electronic version of your Certificate of Completion. You may use this certificate as proof of enrollment in the course or submit it to your licensing body to fulfill continuing education requirements.

Your feedback lets us understand what went well and what can be improved. The conglomerated data from these evaluations are also used to help our sponsoring Continuing Education organizations (APA, CDR, etc.) determine whether we are meeting their standards. 

Should you have any questions, email the course administrator. We will respond within 24 hours. We appreciate your feedback and good luck with the course!

At the end of this course is a course evaluation. Upon completing this course evaluation, you will receive an electronic version of your Certificate of Completion. You may use this certificate as proof of enrollment in the course or submit it to your licensing body to fulfill continuing education requirements.

Your feedback lets us understand what went well and what can be improved. The conglomerated data from these evaluations are also used to help our sponsoring Continuing Education organizations (APA, CDR, etc.) determine whether we are meeting their standards. 

Should you have any questions, email the course administrator. We will respond within 24 hours. We appreciate your feedback and good luck with the course!

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:


Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • State the definition of Nutritional Psychology (NP)
  • List each of the six elements within nutritional psychology
  • Define at least two of the six elements within NP
  • Describe two research studies demonstrating the Diet-Mental Health Relationship (DMHR)
  • State two types of research methods used in NP-related research
  • Identify two dietary patterns often used in NP-related research
  • Explain proper scope of practice for using the information included within this course in the clinical setting  

How Do I Cite this Course?


Citing the whole course: Instructor(s). (Year). Title of course [Type of course]. Name of Platform. URL 

Example: Doswell, C., Greunke, S., Lokken, K., Morphew-Lu, E., Protogerou, C. (2024). NP 110: Introduction to Nutritional Psychology Methods [Online course]. The Center for Nutritional Psychology. https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/np110/

Citing a specific module: Instructor(s). (Year). Title of module or chapter. In Title of course [Type of course]. Name of Platform. URL

Example: Doswell, et al. (2024). Diet-Psychological Relationship. In NP 110: Introduction to Nutritional Psychology Methods [Online course]. The Center for Nutritional Psychology. https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/np110/

In-text citation: (Doswell et al., 2024)

Citing course on my resume/CV: Course title, institution, [type of course], completion date, URL 

Example: NP 110: Introduction to Nutritional Psychology Methods [Online course]. The Center for Nutritional Psychology. July 13, 2024. https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/np110/

Citing the whole course: Instructor(s). (Year). Title of course [Type of course]. Name of Platform. URL 

Example: Doswell, C., Greunke, S., Lokken, K., Morphew-Lu, E., Protogerou, C. (2024). NP 110: Introduction to Nutritional Psychology Methods [Online course]. The Center for Nutritional Psychology. https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/np110/

Citing a specific module: Instructor(s). (Year). Title of module or chapter. In Title of course [Type of course]. Name of Platform. URL

Example: Doswell, et al. (2024). Diet-Psychological Relationship. In NP 110: Introduction to Nutritional Psychology Methods [Online course]. The Center for Nutritional Psychology. https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/np110/

In-text citation: (Doswell et al., 2024)

Citing course on my resume/CV: Course title, institution, [type of course], completion date, URL 

Example: NP 110: Introduction to Nutritional Psychology Methods [Online course]. The Center for Nutritional Psychology. July 13, 2024. https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/np110/