Where Functional Medicine and Clinical Excellence Meet

Functional Medicine CE & Certification for NPs

We have partnered with Elite Nurse Practitioner to bring you the Functional Medicine Certification—a program designed to help you meet the growing demand for integrative patient care.

Gain the knowledge to address root causes of chronic conditions, combine Western medicine with evidence-based functional strategies, and earn valuable CE hours.

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≈10,300+

U.S. clinicians hold a functional-medicine credential.

60 million

Chronically ill U.S. adults seek functional medicine.

221,000

Average annual earnings (IQR: $153k-$283k)

Why Choose Functional Medicine?

More Than Just Clinical Training. Build Your Future

Strengthen your skills and stay at the forefront of integrative healthcare.

Key Benefits

  • Taught by Experts in Evidence-Based Functional Medicine

    Build trust with recognized, accredited expertise in functional medicine.

  • Foundations of Functional Medicine

    Deepen your systems-based approach to identify and address root causes.

  • Enhanced Clinical Skills

    Integrate functional medicine with Western medicine for elevated patient care.

  • Lead the Future of Healthcare

    Continue leading the way in integrative, patient-centered care with advanced training.

  • A New Model for Better Outcomes

    Improve patient-centered care and outcomes with a comprehensive, holistic approach that integrates Western medicine with evidence-based complementary therapies.

Functional Medicine is a vital part of healthcare. This certification gives you an added edge in integrative practice.

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How to Become a Certified Functional Medicine Provider

This program is structured to take you from foundational principles to advanced clinical application.

  • 1.

    Build a Strong Foundation

    Start with the core principles of Functional Medicine, root-cause analysis, and essential lab interpretation.

  • 2.

    Master Clinical & Lab Skills

    Gain expertise in gut health, hormone optimization, metabolic dysfunction, chronic disease, and advanced lab testing.

  • 3.

    Demonstrate Your Clinical Expertise

    Apply your knowledge through practical case studies and assessments.

  • 4.

    Earn Your Certification

    Pass the exam and receive your certification.

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Comprehensive Certification Curriculum

Clinical Excellence + Business Strategy = Success

Our faculty are experienced NPs and Functional Medicine specialists who use the same strategies taught in this certification in their daily practice.

1

Legalities, Regulations, and Risks

  • Low-to-moderate liability; covered under malpractice insurance
  • Cash-based practice offers greatest clinical freedom
  • Advanced comorbidities require parallel specialist care
  • Treat within scope; refer when appropriate
2

The Foundations of Functional Medicine

  • Seeks root causes, not symptom management
  • Asks “why” — addresses genetic, lifestyle drivers
  • Workflow: intake, labs, personalized Four R’s plan
  • Integrates into existing or cash-based practice
3

Lab Interpretation in Functional Medicine

  • Uses tighter “optimal” ranges, not conventional ones
  • Panel extends beyond CBC/CMP to functional markers
  • Patterns, not just outliers, reveal early dysfunction
  • Findings drive personalized treatment across all systems
4

Gut Health and the Biome

  • GI tract: epicenter of health and disease
  • Dysfunction appears as skin, brain, metabolic symptoms
  • Common gut symptoms are not normal baselines
  • Treatment follows digestion, absorption, elimination, microbiome pillars
5

Immunity and Inflammation

  • 80% of immune system lives in the gut
  • Metaflammation underlies most chronic disease addressed here
  • Diet, nutraceuticals, and stress reduction support immunity
  • Addresses autoimmune disorders, infections, and immune senescence
6

Sex Hormones and Functional Medicine

  • Hormone deficiency raises CVD, osteoporosis, Alzheimer's risk
  • Full panel: estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, cortisol
  • Chronic stress depletes sex hormones via pregnenolone steal
  • Treatment: adaptogens, liver support, bioidentical hormones as needed
7

Cardiometabolic Health

  • CMS clusters insulin resistance, hypertension, dyslipidemia, adiposity
  • Insulin resistance identifiable years before diabetes diagnosis
  • Targets hormones, gut, adrenals, thyroid simultaneously
  • Interventions: diet, lifestyle, microbiome, targeted nutraceuticals
8

Environmental Toxins

  • Sources: heavy metals, mold, glyphosate, plastics, products
  • Heavy metals cause organ-specific damage at cellular level
  • Half of U.S. homes have mold; often undiagnosed
  • Treatment: reduce exposure, chelation, liver detox support
9

HPA Axis Dysregulation

  • “Adrenal fatigue” is a misnomer; it's feedback dysregulation
  • Cortisol disruption affects sleep, digestion, immunity, and mood
  • Drivers: stress, blood sugar, toxins, sleep, infections
  • Treatment: adaptogens, nutraceuticals, lifestyle, cortisol rhythm restoration
10

Integrative Mental Health

  • Treats whole person, not just suppressing symptoms
  • Root causes extend beyond neurotransmitter theory alone
  • Evaluation includes gut, hormones, nutrients, toxins, trauma
  • Treatment: supplements, neurofeedback, EMDR, lifestyle modification
11

Trauma, Stress, and the Mind-Body Connection

  • Trauma is the body's response, not the event
  • ACEs dose-dependently drive chronic disease and addiction
  • HPA axis links stress to physical disease mechanisms
  • Trauma-informed care uses EMDR, mindfulness, somatic therapies
12

Business & Practice Growth Strategies

  • How to launch & scale a profitable Functional Medicine clinic
  • Cash vs. insurance models—pricing, lab partnerships, and patient retention
  • Marketing your practice and attracting high-value, cash-pay patients
95 Contact Hours
24 Rx Hours
1 Year Access

Ready to Enhance Your Practice?

Functional Medicine allows you to enhance your practice, address the root causes of chronic conditions, and continue leading the future of healthcare.

$3,999*
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*This certification is not included in NetCE Memberships.

Learn From The Best

Meet the program's Experts in Functional Medicine & HRT

This elite team ensures that this certification provides real-world, evidence-based training that transforms your practice and patient outcomes.

Meet Your Program Director

Jenni Gallagher, MSN, NP-C

Board-certified Nurse Practitioner

Jenni Gallagher is a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in Functional Medicine, endocrinology, and metabolic health. After experiencing life-changing health improvements through Functional Medicine, she became dedicated to helping others achieve optimal health through root-cause medicine.

Jenni has helped develop advanced Functional Medicine curricula for NPs and has extensive experience in treating hormonal imbalances, metabolic dysfunction, and chronic disease. As the Director of the Functional Medicine Certification Program, Jenni ensures that this program is practical, evidence-based, and financially rewarding for providers.

Jenni Gallagher, MSN, NP-C

Course Authors & Subject Matter Experts

  • Brendan Tennefoss

    Brendan Tennefoss, NP

    Metta Wellness Northwest Founder

    Specialized in root-cause medicine and metabolic optimization.

  • Keri Douglas

    Keri Douglas, NP

    Renew Functional Medicine Founder

    She focus on hormonal balance, chronic disease reversal, and advanced lab testing.

  • Justin Groce, NP

    Justin Groce, NP

    Functional GI Medicine Specialist

    Quadruple board-certified NP in HRT, metabolic health, and anti-aging medicine.

  • Haley Stevens, NP

    Haley Stevens, NP

    Pediatric Functional Medicine Expert

    She is also founder of Abundant Life Center for Wellness.

  • Lisa Vasile, NP

    Lisa Vasile, NP

    4 Better Health Co-Founder

    Integrative and Functional Medicine NP, with expertise in hormonal health and detox protocols.

  • Danielle Hawkins, NP

    Danielle Hawkins, NP

    Women's health and HRT Apecialist

    Co-author of Elite NP's Advanced Women's Health & HRT Course..

  • Nicholas Goodwin

    Nicholas Goodwin

    Psychiatric & Mental Health NP

    Founder of Goodwin Health Cafe, integrating mental health and root-cause medicine.

Official Provider

Elite Nurse Practitioner has partnered with NETCE in the development of our Functional Medicine Certification. As an IACET Accredited Provider, NetCE offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.

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Why Choose Us Over Other Programs?

  • Designed specifically for NPs
  • Affordable & practical - No $20K+ price tags or unnecessary requirements
  • Real-world application - Learn functional medicine and business strategies
  • Completely online, self-paced - No travel or rigid schedules

*This certification is not included in NetCE Memberships.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Certification.

How long does it take to complete the certification?

Most providers finish in 3-6 months, but you have 1 year to complete it.

Do I need prior functional medicine experience?

No, this program covers everything from foundational concepts to advanced protocols. Whether you are new to Functional Medicine or already practicing, this certification will elevate your clinical expertise.

Will I receive a certification upon completion?

Yes, you will earn The Elite NP Functional Medicine Certification, a credential that sets you apart in the field and positions you as an expert in Functional Medicine.

Can I apply this to my current practice?

Absolutely. Whether you work in primary care, urgent care, specialty clinics, or operate your own practice, the protocols and strategies taught in this course are immediately applicable.

Is this certification accredited?

Yes, the certification is accredited for 95 Contact Hours, including 24 Rx Hours.

Is there a final exam?

Yes. Learners complete a 100 question final exam as part of the certification process.

How much does the certification cost?

Program Cost: $3,999* - One-time fee for full certification & 1-year access.

How long do I have access to the Functional Medicine Certification?

Your purchase includes 12 months of access to the core certification content available at the time of purchase. That means you can log in and work through the materials at your own pace throughout your certification year.

Can I get this with my NetCE Membership?

This Certification is excluded from NetCE Memberships. It must be purchased separately.