Master of Science in Integrative & Functional Medicine with a Concentration in Lifestyle Medicine

The Master of Science in Integrative & Functional Medicine with a Concentration in Lifestyle Medicine is offered 100% online.

This program prepares individuals to assume roles as health and wellness professionals in private business and industry, community organizations, and health care settings.

The Master of Science in Integrative and Functional Medicine includes instruction in personal health, community health & welfare, nutrition, epidemiology, disease prevention, fitness & exercise, and health behaviors.

(Classification of Instructional Programs et. al. National Center for Education Statistics, 2019.)

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Credits: 36
Duration: 2 Years (4 semesters)
Tuition: $1,030 per credit

Curriculum

Core Courses (24 credits required)

NUT500	Integrative & Functional Nutrition I	3 Credits
NUT501	Integrative & Functional Nutrition II	3 Credits
LM500	Lifestyle Medicine	3 Credits
SCI601	Natural Medicine	3 Credits
SCI604	Herbal Medicine	3 Credits
NUT503	Diet, Genes & Nutrition	3 Credits
NUT512	Nutrition for Mental Health	3 Credits
LM507	Lifestyle Medicine Research Studies	2 Credits
NUT590	Medical and Professional Ethics	1 Credit

Lifestyle Medicine Concentration (12 Credits required)

LM501	Physical Activity & Weight Management	2 Credits
LM502	Health & Wellness Coaching	2 Credits
LM503	Sleep Health & Wellness	2 Credits
LM504	Mindfulness & Emotional Wellness	2 Credits
LM505	Smoking & Tobacco Cessation Therapy	2 Credits
LM506	Alcohol & Addiction Therapy	2 Credits

The Master of Science in Integrative and Functional Medicine Sample Plan of Study – Lifestyle Medicine Concentration:

The MS in Integrative and Functional Medicine Program Application Requirements:

• 3 letters of reference
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Official transcripts from all higher education institutions
• Personal statement letter
• Copies of TOEFL or IELTS scores, if applicable
• Application and $35.00 application fee (non-refundable)

The MS in Integrative and Functional Medicine Program Admission Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a regional, national or international equivalency accredited agency recognized by the United States Department of Education in a related field.
• Prerequisites*
  • All Concentrations
    • Human Anatomy & Physiology
    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • Biochemistry
    • Microbiology
• A GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) for the last degree earned.
• If the applicant’s first language or the language of instruction is not English, English proficiency examination scores are required.
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The minimum scores are 550 (pBT) or 213 (cBT) or 79 (iBT).
• The International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The minimum score required is 6.5.
• The PTE Academic minimum score required is 53.
• Active/Current Medical and/or License/Certification recommended.
• Interview with a JPU representative

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*Prerequisites are effective for students enrolling for the Spring 2021 semester or later. Students that are unable to demonstrate completion of the required prerequisites, may still gain acceptance into the program and complete any required prerequisites at John Patrick University.