The Functional Medicine Pediatrics Course

About the Course

Do you treat pediatric patients? Do you want to learn new approaches to care for health problems primarily affecting children? Try Elite Nurse Practitioner’s Functional Medicine Pediatrics Course, created alongside Haley Stevens, DNP. This course serves as your essential guide to incorporating evidence-based pediatric functional medicine into your practice. It’s a pivotal addition to our growing catalog of functional medicine educational tools, and a foundational resource for the nurse practitioner who wants to approach pediatric care from a functional perspective.  

Functional medicine is a patient-centered, systems biology-based approach to chronic disease management. It zeroes in on identifying and addressing the root causes of diseases, taking a holistic approach that empowers patients to make lifestyle changes, bringing their bodies back into balance and well-being. 

While these principles are commonly applied to the treatment of adults, those who treat kids can benefit greatly from functional healthcare. This course goes beyond merely treating symptoms. It delves into the unique needs of young patients, exploring the root causes of common health issues. From allergies to ADHD, we help you bring your pediatric patients back to health.  

The realm of functional medicine in the United States is rapidly expanding, valued at over 90 billion dollars. This trend signals the future of integrative and holistic medicine, where patients seek personalized care addressing root issues rather than conventional quick fixes. This is no different in the pediatric population. Parents are seeking pediatric functional medicine providers because they are sick of the traditional medical model. They want to address the underlying issue rather than put a Band-Aid on it. 

To sum it up from a business point of view, pediatric functional medicine is in high demand! If you are looking to build a robust functional medicine practice, you need to ensure you are also equipped to treat younger patients. 

This course is designed for the nurse practitioner looking to expand their evidence-based functional medicine knowledge with a focus on pediatric care. This course covers not only the clinical aspects of pediatric functional medicine but also delves into the business aspects of integrating these services into your practice. 

You will walk away from this course understanding the following:

• The application of functional medicine principles into pediatric care 
• Implementation of evidence-based pediatric functional medicine practices 
• How to address common pediatric HEENT (Head, Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat) complaints 
• Managing headaches and migraines in pediatric patients 
• Understanding and treating allergies in children 
• Approaches to handling asthma in the pediatric population 
• Tackling common gastrointestinal disorders in pediatric patients 
• Addressing musculoskeletal complaints and sports injuries in children 
• Managing a variety skin conditions in the pediatric population 
• Exploring functional medicine perspectives on ADHD, anxiety, and depression 
• Understanding a variety of integrative treatment options for the common pediatric conditions 
• Case studies illustrating the application of functional medicine in various pediatric conditions 
• How to integrate pediatric care into your practice 

Upon completion of the course, you'll gain comprehensive knowledge on pediatric functional medicine and its impact on overall well-being. You'll be equipped to evaluate and treat a range of pediatric issues so you can build a robust functional medicine practice or simply integrate these principles into your everyday practice! 

Course material is presented through four hours of video content covering a 140-slide curriculum in detail, guided by Haley Stevens and Elite Nurse Practitioner founder Justin Allan. Additionally, this course rewards 6 total CEU hours and 1 pharmacology hour, ensuring you stay current with certifications and licenses while gaining valuable and actionable knowledge. 

Confidently enhance your knowledge of pediatric functional medicine and its vital role in your patient's health (and parents!). Whether you aim to expand your functional medicine services or transform your approach to patient care, this course is a great addition to your clinical arsenal. 

Check out the course today and transform your pediatric practice with an evidence-based functional medicine approach so you can expand your functional medicine knowledge. 

This course is offered for $499!

This course awards 6 CE hours!

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I have unlimited access to this course? 

You can access this course however many times you want for however long you want. All Elite Nurse Practitioner Courses are pre-recorded and accessible indefinitely.

Does this course cover the main concepts of pediatrics through a functional medicine lens? 

Yes. This course assumes you have a basic understanding of functional medicine, but Haley’s presentation shows NPs how to treat their pediatric patients from a functional medicine standpoint.

Do I need functional medicine experience to take this course?  

Yes and no. While we highly recommend a base understanding of functional medicine before taking this course, this course will still benefit any nurse practitioner looking to expand their knowledge base. You can receive more education on functional medicine by enrolling in our Foundational Functional Medicine course.

What kind of nurse practitioner can implement these concepts into their practice? 

This is within the scope of any nurse practitioner. It is an approach to care, and is applicable to anyone evaluating and treating pediatric patients. 

Do I need a special certification to do this? 

No. This falls within the scope of any nurse practitioner license.

Will this course cover the business aspects of functional medicine? 

We cover some practice integration concepts (vendors, labs, etc.) in regards to functional medicine, but this course will not go over practice startup considerations. Our Foundational Functional Medicine course covers this.

I already own a practice. Will this course benefit me? 

Yes! You can integrate these services into any practice that serves pediatric patients. 

Will this offer CME? 

YES! This course offers 6 CE hours. The Elite Nurse Practitioner is credentialed as a  CEU provider through the ANCC. CEU awarded through The Elite Nurse Practitioner applies to ANCC, AANP, and all boards of nursing. 

Will this course provide a certificate of completion? 

A certificate is issued at the end of the course that will display the CEU hours and verify your completion of this course. You can also submit this document to your malpractice carrier for reimbursement and write off registration fees on your taxes.

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