The Women’s Hormone Health Certification Program contains 12 modules, with 2 modules being released each month over the course of 6 months. 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.

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). The research and content are all updated on a yearly basis. 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 structured to be a 6-month program based on the content release schedule. However you’re able to work at your own pace as you’ll have access to the content forever.

If you were to follow along each month as the modules are released and the call recordings are shared, you’re looking at between 5-7 hours per month.

The Women’s Hormone Health Certification Program is structured to be a 6-month program based on the content release schedule to help you stay on track with the program.

However, if you’d like to work through the content faster, we’re happy to talk about a custom content release schedule for you if you opt for the pay-in-full option.

In order to graduate from the Institute of Menstrual Health as a Certified Women’s Hormone Health Practitioner you must:

• Complete all 12 program modules.
• Pass all 12 module multiple choice tests (between 20-40 questions each) with a score of 80% or higher. These tests are open book.
• Pass the two-part final exam that demonstrates your knowledge of the course material. Both are open book.
  
  • Part 1: Multiple Choice
    
    • This part contains 60 multiple choice questions that will need to be answered in one sitting and are marked automatically. The style of questions are similar to the module tests but are not the same questions.
  • Part 2: Written Response
    
    • This part contains 16 medium-long answer questions. You are able to copy these questions and work on them outside of the exam software.
• Attend our Two-Day Virtual Practitioner Training Workshop. These sessions are held each Fall and each Spring.

The IIN Hormone Health Program is an entirely self-paced program that provides a Facebook group for support. The program was created in 2016 and we aren’t sure how much it has been updated since that time. It also does not have a heavy emphasis on the menstrual cycle, the endocrine system, or the actual protocols you can implement with your clients.

This highly comprehensive program is completely up to date from a scientific perspective and is structured completely differently with a major focus on menstrual and hormonal health in the first part. In the second part of the program, Nicole teaches her foundational protocol for working with clients. This program also includes a number of protocols that help address specific issues like heavy periods, PMS, PMDD, missing cycles and more. This program will equip you with theoretical knowledge but also a clear understanding of how to actually help your current and future clients who are experiencing hormonal issues. There is no point learning information without learning the steps to utilize it in your practice.

Yes, the Women’s Hormone Health Certification Programs are more expensive than the IIN program, but it is important to spend your time and money on a program that is going to help you build a successful women’s health-focused business rather than one where you will need more training again to feel confident in your ability to help women with their health concerns. 

Finally, in the live group version of the program there is a tremendous amount of live support, including weekly calls, a Facebook group, a WhatsApp group for the current cohort, and we have a community manager who checks in and makes sure you are doing well in the program. The self-study version of the program has one live Q&A call each month facilitated by Nicole to help support the self-study students as they navigate through the program.

Due to the nature of the content there is some overlap, but generally speaking, this is a comprehensive, up to date, science backed program that will be a deep dive into women’s hormone health.

Absolutely! This course offers a comprehensive framework for supporting women through every stage of the menstrual life cycle—including the critical transitions of perimenopause and menopause.

Throughout the program, you’ll learn how to address the root causes of hormonal imbalances that commonly arise during these phases, focusing on essential foundations like optimal nutrition, balanced blood sugar, circadian rhythm regulation, and stress management—all of which are non-negotiable for supporting long-term hormonal health during perimenopause and menopause.

In addition to these core principles, the program includes:

A dedicated module lecture on perimenopause and menopause that dives deep into the physiological changes, common symptoms, and effective holistic approaches to supporting women during these transitions.

Targeted protocols for hormonal imbalances that frequently impact women in perimenopause and menopause—such as low progesterone, estrogen dominance, thyroid dysfunction, and adrenal dysregulation.

A library of expert video presentations covering specialized topics related to perimenopause and menopause, offering you advanced insights and practical strategies for client care. These presentations also include advanced testing like DUTCH testing. 

By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to effectively support women as they navigate the often-challenging changes of perimenopause and menopause—empowering them to feel better, regain balance, and thrive during this transformative phase of life.

While this is not a BHRT or HRT Training program, this course offers a comprehensive framework for supporting women through every stage of the menstrual life cycle—including the critical transitions of perimenopause and menopause when most women introduce BHRT.

In addition to the information learned throughout the program, you’ll find a dedicated guest expert teaching presentations talking about HRT. These presentations talk about hormone replacement therapy in the perimenopause and menopausal stages of the menstrual life cycle. They discuss the differences between BHRT and traditional HRT, why BHRT is preferable, how to determine if someone needs hormone replacement therapy, which hormones are actually needed by someone in this stage of life and the safety of BHRT/HRT.

By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to effectively support women as they navigate the often-challenging changes of perimenopause and menopause empowering them to feel better, regain balance, and thrive during this transformative phase of life.

Absolutely! This course provides a comprehensive framework for working with women at any stage of their menstrual life cycle, making it an essential foundation for fertility support.

Rather than jumping straight into advanced supplementation or expensive testing, this program teaches you the critical first steps—optimizing overall hormone health, addressing imbalances, and supporting the body’s natural fertility processes. These foundational elements are non-negotiable when it comes to improving fertility outcomes for both men and women.

In addition, the program includes a dedicated fertility-focused treatment protocol and targeted protocols for common conditions that impact fertility—such as estrogen dominance, low progesterone, PCOS, and endometriosis.

You’ll also have access to a library of expert video presentations covering a variety of fertility-related topics, giving you deeper insight into evidence-based strategies for improving fertility naturally.

By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to effectively support your clients’ fertility—whether they are trying to conceive naturally, preparing for assisted reproductive treatments, or simply optimizing their reproductive health for the future.

Yes! This program provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and supporting clients with endometriosis, a complex condition rooted in hormonal, immune, and inflammatory dysfunction.

You’ll receive an in-depth introduction to endometriosis, including:
What endometriosis is—beyond just a reproductive disorder—recognizing its systemic nature and how it impacts the entire body.
The underlying causes and drivers of endometriosis, such as immune dysregulation, gut health imbalances, and the role of inflammation in disease progression.

Throughout the program, you’ll also learn how to address the root causes of the hormonal imbalances that often accompany endometriosis by focusing on foundational health practices—including optimal nutrition, blood sugar balance, circadian rhythm regulation, stress management and addressing underlying trauma. These core strategies are non-negotiable for managing inflammation, supporting immune function, and improving overall well-being for clients with endometriosis.

In addition to these foundational principles, the program includes:
Targeted treatment protocols for addressing hormone imbalances and inflammatory conditions that are common in those with endometriosis—such as estrogen dominance, low progesterone, and gut-related dysfunction.
Expert video presentations from leading specialists that dive into advanced topics affecting women with endometriosis, giving you a deeper understanding of evidence-based, holistic approaches to care.
By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge, protocols, and confidence to effectively support women with endometriosis—whether they are managing symptoms, optimizing their hormonal health, or navigating fertility challenges related to the condition.

Absolutely! This program offers a comprehensive, root-cause approach to understanding and supporting clients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)—one of the most common yet misunderstood hormonal conditions affecting women.

You’ll receive a detailed breakdown of PCOS, including:

• What PCOS is—beyond its diagnostic criteria—recognizes it as a metabolic, hormonal, and inflammatory condition that affects multiple systems in the body.
• The root causes and key drivers of PCOS, including insulin resistance, androgen excess, adrenal dysfunction, and the impact of inflammation on hormonal balance.

Throughout the program, you’ll also learn how to address the underlying imbalances that drive PCOS by focusing on foundational health practices—such as balanced blood sugar, optimal nutrition, circadian rhythm regulation, and stress management. These foundational strategies are non-negotiable for managing symptoms and restoring hormonal balance for those with PCOS.

In addition to these core principles, the program provides:

• Targeted treatment protocols specifically designed to address the different types of PCOS (including insulin-resistant PCOS, adrenal PCOS, post-pill PCOS, and inflammatory PCOS), allowing you to tailor your approach to each client’s unique needs.
• Expert video presentations from leading specialists, offering advanced insights into the latest research and holistic strategies for supporting women with PCOS—whether their goals are to regulate cycles, manage symptoms, improve fertility, or enhance metabolic health.

By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to effectively support clients with PCOS—helping them address the root causes, restore hormonal harmony, and improve their overall well-being.

Only licensed medical professionals (such as doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, naturopathic doctors and sometimes registered dietitians or chiropractors) can legally order and interpret medical tests, diagnose and prescribe (limited to doctors, nurses and physician assistants) in a way that informs treatment decisions.

Interpreting tests and diagnosing a condition are outside of the scope of practice for unlicensed practitioners. However, many health coaches, nutritionists, and other wellness professionals can legally review lab tests (like DUTCH, GI-MAP, or hormone panels) and provide educational insights—as long as they do not diagnose conditions, prescribe treatments, or claim to replace a medical professional. Instead, they can guide clients in understanding how lifestyle factors, nutrition, and habits may influence their health based on test results.

It’s essential for non-licensed practitioners to check local regulations and ensure they are staying within their legal scope of practice. Some states and countries have strict laws, while others allow for more flexibility under “health education” or “wellness coaching” models. Many practitioners collaborate with licensed providers to help clients navigate lab testing within a legal and ethical framework.

Nicole feels it is important to teach program participants about the different types of testing available and how to determine if your client’s results are outside the normal ranges, regardless of whether you are a licensed practitioner or not. This is taught in the final module of the program. 

This knowledge will help you develop an introductory understanding of lab testing related to menstrual health, enabling you to guide clients in recognizing the relevance of lab results to their symptoms and encouraging them to seek appropriate testing and evaluation from their healthcare provider.

The program equips participants with the knowledge to help clients recognize patterns in their health, such as menstrual cycle irregularities or symptoms of chronic conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, or thyroid disorders. Understanding these conditions enables participants to help their clients seek appropriate evaluation and testing from their healthcare provider.

Most of the reference ranges and supplement dosages in the program are based on US measurements. However, we understand that many of our students and clients work with international standards. To make things easier, we provide online conversion calculators and resources to help you seamlessly translate values into metric measurements when needed.

Our goal is to ensure that you can confidently apply this knowledge no matter where you’re located!