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Advanced Clinical Focus: Hormones and Endocrinology
Registration Opens December 1, 2026
In this course, we will examine how to identify a person’s hormonal imbalances, and how to bring the “symphony” of hormones back in tune.
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Just like all of the instruments in a symphony need to be in tune, so do all of the hormones of the body need to be in balance.
Areas Of Focus
It is estimated that between 25-50% of adults have endocrine imbalances. It is no wonder the numbers are so high when nutritional deficiencies and excesses, reduced physical activity, poor lifestyles, and an increase in environmental toxins are so commonplace. These factors can greatly influence the balance of our hormones.
Hormones are key players in the body’s communication network. When the hormones are “out of tune”, symptoms and disease can ensue such as:
- Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and Graves’ disease
- Adrenal insufficiency/fatigue
- Premenstrual syndrome
- Prostate enlargement
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Female/Male infertility
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
- Fibrocystic breasts
- Erectile dysfunction
- Osteoporosis
introducing
The Hormones and Endocrinology Course
Class 1
Advanced Anatomy and Physiology of the Endocrine System
Class 2
Advanced Concepts in Insulin Resistance and Diabetes Management
Class 3
Advanced Assessment and Management of Adrenal Dysfunction and Thyroid Disorders
Class 4
Advanced Strategies for Balancing Sex Hormones and Managing Associated Conditions
Course Outline
Self-Paced Format
“Josh is such an incredible instructor – knowledgeable and open with his approach, making learning easy and fun! I have taken several courses with Josh and never fail to feel like my practice improves with each one.”
Elizabeth Cayen
Key
Course Takeaways
A thorough understanding of the endocrine system.
Develop a deep understanding of the endocrine system, including the glands, hormones, and their vital roles in regulating various physiological processes.
Expertise in Identifying Hormonal Imbalances Through Pattern Recognition
Hone your skills in recognizing subtle patterns and symptoms that signify hormonal imbalances.
Understanding Upstream Factors Affecting Hormonal Health
Explore the upstream factors and influences that impact hormonal balance, such as lifestyle, nutrition, and environmental factors, allowing you to create an efficient and through client intake process.
Strategies to Restore Endocrine Balance
Learn evidence-based strategies and interventions to effectively restore balance within the endocrine system, addressing issues at their root causes.
Precision with Targeted Diets, Foods, and Nutraceuticals
Put your knowledge into practice by understanding how to tailor dietary plans, select specific foods, and utilize nutraceuticals to support hormonal health, ensuring that your interventions are precise and effective.
Long-Term Hormonal Health Maintenance
Equip yourself with the knowledge, tools, and practical application to guide individuals in maintaining optimal hormonal health throughout their lives, promoting longevity and vitality.
This self-paced course is for you if you are a…
No matter what your background, you will walk away with a solid understanding of how to intelligently balance hormones, and be able to implement targeted therapies for yourself, your family, clients and/or patients.
Now an approved CEC provider for:
the Canadian Association for Integrative Nutrition (CAIN)
the
Health
Coach Alliance (HCA)
CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF NATURAL NUTRITIONAL PRACTITIONERS (CANNP)
International Organization of Nutritional Consultants
Registration Includes
Four 2-3 hour classes (online recordings)
Access to Student Resources
Transcripts and audio files for all classes
Complete set of Slides
Course Handouts
Certificate of Completion
PLUS
Diverse learning to suit your style
Unlock Exclusive Tools and Resources
Gain access to our dedicated Student Resources page with practice-enhancing tools. This curated collection includes recommended products, practice management software, and lab services to support your work as a practitioner.
Full Transcripts of all Pre-Recorded Classes
Transcripts are a valuable resource to enhance the learning experience. With transcripts you can efficiently navigate through the course material, build a comprehensive practitioner resource library, and deepen your understanding of the subject matter.
Full Audio-Files of all Pre-Recorded Classes
By providing audio files in our online program, we offer our students a dynamic learning experience that engages multiple senses, facilitates deeper comprehension, and enables convenient on-the-go access to our content.
OFFICE HOURS
NEW! Introducing Office Hours
We’re excited to introduce a brand-new feature for our Functional Nutrition students: Office Hours — a live, interactive session where you can ask Josh questions directly.
These live streams will be held quarterly, giving students the opportunity to:
- Submit up to two questions in advance
- Hear Josh’s clinical insights and reasoning in real time
All new and prior students currently enrolled in an active course will receive an invitation to join live (and access the replay afterward).
See schedule below for upcoming live sessions.
This is your opportunity to invest in your own health, your clinical practice, and your clients' outcomes. I look forward to supporting your growth.
schedule
Office Hours Dates
UPCOMING OFFICE HOURS
- Date: January 14, 2026
Time: 11 am EST - Date: April 8, 2026
Time: 11 am EST - Date: September 9, 2026
Time: 11 am EST - Date: November 4, 2026
Time: 11 am EST
Josh Gitalis Ba(H), CNP, IFMCP
Clinical Nutritionist and Functional Medicine Practitioner
Meet Your Instructor
josh gitalis
With over 15 years of experience as a clinical nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner, I have dedicated my career to uncovering the origins of disease and developing transformative healing protocols. I firmly believe that the key to unlocking your potential as a practitioner lies in the combination of hands-on experience coupled with continued education.
As an educator, I am passionate about working with health practitioners and clinicians, equipping them with the knowledge and tools they need to understand the root causes of illness and discover effective upstream solutions for acieving their health goals.
My approach to protocol design goes beyond telling my client what to do, I prioritize explaining the "why" behind each recommendation and how it uniquely impacts the body. This is what fosters a therapeutic relationship and invites my clients to re-claim responsibility for their own health outcomes.
Through my Functional Nutrition Certification Program and courses, I empower practitioners to delve deeper, bridging the gap between research and clinical practice to achieve exceptional results with their clients.
Explore the full FunCtional Nutrition Certification program
Frequently Asked Questions
Students have access to the course for one year. If there are any updates to the information during that time, you will have access to those as well. After the one-year access period, you will have the option to renew your access for an additional year.
Yes. You must successfully complete a short open-book quiz with a passing mark of 80%. Your certificate will be mailed within one month of receiving the completed quiz.
You can watch and read as much of the material as you like. There is no evaluation of your participation. The purpose of this course is to provide you with the best information on the topic. What you do with it is up to you. You get out as much as you put in.
This course is a comprehensive study of hormonal and endocrine health from a functional medicine perspective. Taking a client’s biochemical individuality into account is essential for optimal health. This course arms the clinician with the tools necessary to safely implement protocols that can restore endocrine health.
Still have a question? Don’t hesitate to contact us at info@joshgitalis.com
References:
- Thyroid. 2007 Dec;17(12):1211-23.
- Journal of Clinical Pathology. 2010 May;63(5):379-86.
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