The Women’s Hormone Health Certification Program contains 12 modules released monthly. These modules have all of the content and information you need so that when you come to our group sessions you will have greater clarity about what to ask so you can get the answers and solutions you’re looking for. 

Included in the Women’s Hormone Health Certification Program:

12 RECORDED WEBINARS – covers a wide range of topics and two new modules are released at the beginning of each month
DETAILED HANDOUTS & HORMONE BALANCING PROTOCOLS – Packed full with insanely juicy, scientifically-based solutions that will provide the groundwork for you to create massive change in your clients’ health
ADDITIONAL SUPPORTIVE MATERIALS, LINKS & RESOURCES – my hand-picked resources for you!

Women’s Health Training Modules  – There are 12 modules in this curriculum.  Each module contains 3-6 video lectures (each 15-30 minutes long), handouts, protocols and additional resources. View the full curriculum here.

• MODULE 1 – Introduction to the Menstrual Cycle
• MODULE 2 – Menstruation Through the Life Cycle
• MODULE 3 – The Endocrine System & Hormones 101
• MODULE 4 – Female Anatomy & Ovarian Function
• MODULE 5 – The Most Common Conditions Associated with Hormone Imbalance
• MODULE 6 – How Food Affects Hormones & How to Eat for Optimal Hormone Health
• MODULE 7 – Blood Sugar, Insulin and Your Hormones
• MODULE 8 – Gut Health & It’s Effect on Hormone Health
• MODULE 9 – Detoxification – Liver & Gallbladder Function
• MODULE 10 – HPA Axis & Adrenals – The Connection to Overall Health & Menstrual Cycles
• MODULE 11 – The Thyroid’s Connection to the Menstrual Cycle & Fertility
• MODULE 12 – Lab Testing & Supplements Overview

There is extensive information on the menstrual cycle, ovulation, the hormone fluctuations that drive each phase of the cycle, as well as the different hormones and how they impact each area of health and overall wellbeing. 

Additionally, there are protocols for the foundational aspects of health like the gut and liver detoxification, and there are protocols for specific conditions like PCOS and endometriosis. Finally, there are guest expert lecturers who deliver research-backed presentations on a variety of relevant topics.

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

• Understand the basic role and functions of the menstrual cycle, emphasizing the critical importance of ovulation
• Identify and analyze hormonal fluctuations across the menstrual cycle
• Distinguish between normal and abnormal menstrual cycle variations across different life stages, from puberty through perimenopause
• Describe the fundamental role and operations of the endocrine system, emphasizing its interconnection with overall health and hormonal balance
• Explain the functions of key organs relevant to hormone regulation, underscoring their roles in maintaining systemic equilibrium
• Recognize and classify the most prevalent hormone imbalances affecting women today, including associated signs, symptoms, and conditions
• Explain the role of ovarian mitochondria in hormonal processes and their impact on conditions like endometriosis, PCOS and ovarian insufficiency
• Identify and label the basic external and internal female anatomical structures, understanding their functions in the context of hormone regulation
• Explain the pivotal roles of fat, protein, and carbohydrates in maintaining hormonal balance, including optimal macronutrient ratios
• Detail the impact of micronutrients on health, specifically exploring their roles in hormonal regulation and overall well-being
• Outline the roles of glucose and insulin in the body, and identify contributors to blood sugar dysregulation and insulin resistance
• Describe the interplay between insulin and key sex hormones, emphasizing the relationship between diet, blood sugar regulation, and hormonal health.
• Explain how gut health influences hormone production and utilization, highlighting the gut-brain axis and its impact on overall health.
• Outline the functions of the liver and gallbladder in detoxification and hormonal balance, including phases of liver detoxification and signs of dysfunction
• Analyze the impact of environmental toxins, including xenoestrogens, on the endocrine system, menstrual cycle, and fertility
• Describe the anatomy and physiology of the body’s stress response system, including the hormones produced by adrenal glands and their role in menstrual and fertility health
• Outline the anatomy and physiology of the thyroid gland, its interaction within the HPT axis, and its role in menstrual cycle regulation and fertility
• And much more!

The certification program consists of 12 modules. Each module contains 3-6 lectures, which all include evidence-based content with links to all research studies and references cited (there are 100’s of studies that have been referenced). Nicole has spent years working with clients and observing their results and she has pored over the literature on hormones and menstrual health to create this program. She has also collaborated with a number of leading women’s health experts with various specialties to help create some of the content presented in the program.

There is extensive information on the menstrual cycle, ovulation, the hormone fluctuations that drive each phase of the cycle, as well as the different hormones and how they impact each area of health and overall wellbeing. Additionally, there are protocols for the foundational aspects of health like the gut and liver detoxification, and there are protocols for specific conditions like PCOS and endometriosis. Finally, there are guest expert lecturers who deliver research-backed presentations on a variety of relevant topics.

The Women’s Hormone Health Certification Program is a 7-month live group program and it is divided into multiple semesters. It’s structured so that there are one to two 60 to 90 minute calls each week, so generally speaking there will be 4-5 calls a month.

At the beginning of each month, two modules will be released which will take you 2-4 hours to go through.

So you’re looking at 2 – 3 hours a week depending on whether we have a module released that week and how long the teaching call(s) last for.

Due to the hecticness of the holiday season, calls will be reduced in December and new modules will not be released in January to allow you time to catch up on the content post-holiday season.

Yes! The Institute for Menstrual Health’s Women’s Hormone Health Certification program participants (IMH-C) are highly trained and tested. Being certified in Women’s Hormone Health sets you apart from your colleagues and makes you more marketable in the industry. 

Certification in the program ensures your clients that you have the skills-based training to focus on women’s hormone health and apply evidence-based skills in practice.

At the end of each module you’ll be required to take and pass a test, and then at the end of the program you will be required to complete a two-part final exam that demonstrates your comprehensive knowledge of the material taught throughout the program. 

By completing the program and passing the final exam you will unlock opportunities exclusive to our certified alumni including your inclusion in the Institute for Menstrual Health’s directory of trained and certified women’s hormonal health experts, exclusive continuing education opportunities for alumni and so much more.

Certification also allows you to proudly display your IMH-C credential on your website, email, social media platforms, office and marketing materials as well as a link to the IMH-C certification badge for your website or social media profile.

The Women’s Hormone Health Certification Program has been approved for 36 CEs (Continuing Education Credits) through NBHWC (The National Board For Health & Wellness Coaching) for certified health coaches – Provider #CEA-000505-1.

If you are looking for credits through a different organization, you may be able to use our course curriculum to apply for accreditation within your institute/association. In a case like this, you’ll likely have to fill out and submit some forms, along with the course curriculum, and a letter from the program signing off on your completion which we would be more than happy to provide.

There are no specific training prerequisites for this certification program. However, Nicole recommends that you have either completed a training program or are in the process of completing a training program like a health coach certification, nutrition certification or something related to health and wellness. We’ll consider unique circumstances on an individual basis, so don’t be deterred!

In the past we’ve had multiple people share the concern that they don’t have a science background, so they’re not sure if they should even apply but I’ve designed the program to meet everyone where they’re at. I teach you the basic stuff all the way to the complex stuff so that you can take what resonates and leave the rest for now. 

You’ll have access to the program’s content on an ongoing basis so you can absolutely refer back to it as you progress in your business and your education.

Don’t let your fears deter you. Nicole created this program for precisely that reason – so you can put your fears aside and move forward with your dreams.

What is the difference between this program and the Integrative Women’s Health Institute program?

There are quite a few differences between the IWHI Health Coaching Certification Program and the Women’s Hormone Health Certification program. The first is that IWHI’s program is a health coaching certification, whereas this program is a knowledge-based certification program. If you’re looking for a coaching certification, then the IWHI Health Coaching Certification program would be it. If you’re looking for in-depth information and teachings on women’s hormonal health, then the Women’s Hormone Health Certification program may be a better option.

This program is structured differently with a major focus on menstrual and hormonal health. Due to the nature of the content there is some overlap, but generally speaking, this is an up to date, science backed program that will be a deep dive into women’s hormone health and menstrual cycles. There is also a business building and mindset component led by various hand picked experts to help you jumpstart or up-level your business, wherever you are on your  journey.

What is the difference between this program and The Hormone Health Training Program through IIN?

There are quite a few differences between the Women’s Hormone Health Certification Program and the program through IIN. The main difference is that this program is run live over the course of seven months where you’ll be able to connect with fellow program participants, work collaboratively to build your confidence and motivation and tap into all of Nicole’s and the guest expert teachers’ knowledge LIVE!

The IIN program was written in 2016 and we’re not sure how much it has been updated or when those updates were made. This program is completely up to date from a scientific perspective and is structured completely differently with a major focus on menstrual and hormonal health. Due to the nature of the content there is some overlap, but generally speaking, this is an up to date, science backed program that will be a deep dive into women’s hormone health!