Institute of Nutrition and Fitness Sciences

Diploma In Nutrition, Exercise and Preventive Health

English

51 - 104 Weeks

Beginner

62 Credits/18.6 CEU

Course Description

The Diploma in Nutrition, Exercise, and Preventive Health is INFS’s flagship professional course. It is designed to prepare you to deliver real, lasting impact in the preventive healthcare industry.

This program looks at health as a whole holistically. You’ll learn through the latest developments in biomarkers, biometrics, exercise science, and diet behaviour. The goal is to help you create measurable, sustainable results for the people you work with as a healthcare professional.

It is recognised among the leading programs in the country. It offers a strong academic foundation with the flexibility to learn on your own schedule, from anywhere.

Whether your goal is to work closely with clients, build your own coaching practice, or establish yourself as a trusted voice in the industry, this diploma equips you with the right mix of knowledge, practical exposure, and business understanding.

The course is self-paced and typically takes between 24 and 48 weeks to complete. You will have lifetime access to the content, while all assessments must be cleared within 3 years of enrolling.

All assessments are conducted online under proctored conditions and follow a closed-book format. These include multiple-choice tests, a viva, and a Free Transformation Project (FTP) where you apply your learning with real clients.

The fee covers all applicable taxes and remains non-refundable and non-transferable.

What You Will Master

As our flagship professional program, the Diploma in Nutrition, Exercise and Preventive Health is designed to build the highest tier of expertise in preventive healthcare. By the end of this diploma, you will have achieved mastery in:

Evidence-Based Nutrition & Physiology: Deep-dive into human anatomy and metabolism to design sophisticated, goal-oriented diet plans rooted in macronutrient and micronutrient precision.

Advanced Exercise Science: Master the variables of resistance training, cardiovascular programming, and flexibility to drive measurable body recomposition and performance outcomes.

Clinical Biomarker Analysis: Learn to interpret blood panels, glucose markers, and lipid profiles to proactively predict, manage, and prevent lifestyle-related chronic disorders.

Biometric & Wearable Integration: Harness the power of modern technology, including HRV (Heart Rate Variability), VO2 Max, and sleep analysis, to optimize recovery and long-term client health.

The Science of Behavior Change: Move beyond simple meal plans by mastering Diet Psychology and motivation science, ensuring your clients achieve sustainable, lifelong transformations.

Holistic Health Optimization: Synthesize data from biomarkers and biometrics to create a truly 360-degree view of human health, bridging the gap between fitness and clinical wellness.

Consultation & Communication Excellence: Develop high-level professional ethics and communication strategies to build deep trust and long-lasting coach-client relationships.

Entrepreneurial Leadership: Acquire the business acumen and strategic tools necessary to launch, manage, and scale a high-growth coaching practice in the global health industry.

What's included as part of your course

Live lectures, recorded lectures & Q&A
Lifetime access to live and recorded lectures by expert faculty, plus structured Q&A sessions to get your doubts resolved directly.
Classroom sessions & mentoring
After clearing your basic exam, you'll be grouped into batches and mentored by a dedicated faculty guide to apply advanced concepts in real coaching scenarios.
Books delivery
Your course books are delivered to your doorstep , within India or internationally (international courier charges apply).
Quizzes
Module-level quizzes to assess your understanding as you go. These are for self-assessment only , they don't count towards your final score or grades.
Workbooks
Module-wise workbooks on your dashboard with skill-based assignments that help you master content and apply concepts practically are critical for becoming a coaching-ready professional.
Professional certification
On successfully passing the course, you'll receive the Certified Nutrition Fitness Coach (CNFC) Certification, downloadable directly from your student dashboard.

What You'll Learn In This Course

    •  In-depth knowledge of nutrition and diet planning, including macro and micronutrients, calorie balance, and meal customization.

    • Detailed scientific understanding of exercise and fitness, including resistance training, cardio, flexibility, and exercise programming.
      Human anatomy, physiology, and exercise variables

    • Practical skills in weight management, body recomposition, and fat loss strategies

    • Interpret and apply biomarker data (blood tests, heart health, blood sugar, etc.) to predict and prevent lifestyle disorders.

    • Apply biometric and wearable data, sleep, heart rate variability, and VO2 max to optimize training, recovery, and client health outcomes.

    •  Diet psychology, behavior change, motivation, and building strong client-coach relationships.

    • Effective client communication strategies and business ethics

    Please Note: The medium of instruction is English. The course fee is inclusive of applicable taxes and is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Course Curriculum

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any prerequisites to enrol in the course?  

Applicant's age should be 18 years and above. He / She should have passed Class XII or equivalent from any stream of education.

Which documents scholar needs to submit to get access to the Course materials?

Any one of the following government-approved photo IDs(Aadhar card, PAN Card, Driving license, Passport) and class 12th marksheet or any equivalent education certificate.

What is the duration of the course?

 51-104 weeks. It is a self-paced course so scholars may complete the course earlier if they are confident of their knowledge and skills. The Diploma has to be completed within 3 years from enrollment.

What is the course fee?

INR 50,000/-. For courses, whose fee is more than INR 5000/- you can pay the fee in installments. You can select the EMI option available in the payment method while enrolling in the course. If you want to pay the fee in one go, the other payment methods available are debit card, internet banking, and UPI.

How is this course delivered?

It's a completely self-paced and online course.The course is enriched with engaging content like animated videos, pre-recorded lectures, online reading material, quizzes, and a dedicated discussion forum.

How can I get my doubts answered?

You will get access to the question-and-answer forum once you enroll in the course. You can post your doubts there. They will be answered within 2-3 working days.When does the course certificate expire?The certificate has 4 years validity

What happens if someone fails the exam?

Applicants can attempt the exams again by paying a nominal re-test fee of INR350/-. However, scholars need to ensure that they complete all assessments within 3 years including viva and FTP. Although access to course content is for a lifetime, access to exams is only for 3 years. If a scholar fails to complete the assessments within 3 years from the date of enrollment, they will have to pay a re-enrollment fee.

Where to contact if I have any additional concerns regarding the course?

You can reach support@infs.com for any additional concerns or queries

How is the assessment scheme?

1st Basic exam-  MCQ exam based on 5 modules. This exam carries 125 marks and 100 minutes are allotted to complete it. The exam is conducted on the 2nd of every month.

Do we provide hard copies of books?

Yes. Books are shipped free of cost within India. Shipping charges are applicable and need to be paid additionally for international shipping.

What are the job opportunities after completion of this certification?

Applicant's can start their careers as professional nutrition and fitness coaches. They are eligible for placement at  FITTR, gyms, online nutrition and fitness platforms, and wellness clubs. They can also choose to become entrepreneurs and start their own online/offline ventures in nutrition and fitness coaching.

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Diploma In Nutrition, Exercise and Preventive Health
₹ 62000

51 - 104 Weeks

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