Learn, treat, and transform lives with PCOS knowledge

About the Program

The PCOS Management Certificate Course is a comprehensive online training designed to equip learners with evidence-based knowledge and practical skills to manage Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) through nutrition, lifestyle, and patient counseling. With PCOS being one of the most common hormonal disorders among women, this program empowers healthcare and nutrition professionals to provide effective, science-backed care and guidance.

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Program Highlights

📚 Comprehensive Curriculum – Covers PCOS types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and
management strategies.
🥗 Nutrition & Lifestyle Interventions – Focus on diet planning, supplements, exercise,
stress management, and weight regulation in PCOS.
💻 Flexible Online Learning – Self-paced lessons with case-based discussions and
interactive sessions.
🎯 Practical Approach – Patient counseling techniques, symptom tracking, and real-life
case studies.
📑 Certification – Earn a recognized certificate to enhance your professional credibility
and open career opportunities.

Who Can Join?
Nutrition & dietetics students
Dietitians, health coaches, fitness trainers
Nurses, pharmacists & allied healthcare staff
Anyone passionate about women’s health & PCOS management

What You’ll Achieve
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
✔ Understand the root causes and hormonal imbalances in PCOS
✔ Plan effective diet & lifestyle interventions for PCOS management
✔ Educate & counsel patients for long-term lifestyle changes
✔ Address common issues like weight gain, infertility, and insulin resistance
✔ Collaborate with healthcare teams for holistic PCOS care
✔ Boost professional skills with a recognized PCOS Management Certificate

Month 1 – Foundations of PCOS

Week 1: Introduction to PCOS
What is PCOS? Myths vs facts
Types of PCOS (insulin-resistant, inflammatory, post-pill, adrenal)
Hormonal imbalances simplified

Week 2: Diagnosis & Screening
Signs & symptoms (period irregularity, acne, weight gain, infertility)
Understanding lab tests (hormones, insulin resistance, ultrasound)
Interpreting results in practice

Week 3: Complications of PCOS
Fertility issues & menstrual problems
Long-term health risks (diabetes, heart disease, thyroid)
Case study discussion

Week 4: Psychology & PCOS
Emotional well-being in PCOS
Anxiety, depression, body image issues
Role of counseling & support

Month 2 – Nutrition & Lifestyle for PCOS

Week 5: Nutrition Fundamentals
Role of protein, fiber, healthy fats, and low-GI carbs
Anti-inflammatory diets & PCOS-friendly foods

Week 6: Micronutrients & Supplements
Vitamin D, B12, Zinc, Omega-3, Inositol & others
Evidence-based supplementation strategies

Week 7: Meal Planning for PCOS
Designing balanced PCOS meal plans
Practical diet patterns (Mediterranean, DASH, plant-based)
Recipe & snack ideas

Week 8: Exercise & Lifestyle
Exercise for PCOS: cardio, strength training, yoga
Stress management & mindfulness
Sleep hygiene & its impact on hormones

Month 3 – Practical Applications & Professional Skills

Week 9: Weight & Metabolic Health
Tackling insulin resistance
Healthy approaches to weight management
Case study: weight loss plan for PCOS

Week 10: Fertility & Reproductive Health
PCOS & infertility explained
Role of diet, lifestyle & medications (awareness)
Pregnancy considerations in PCOS

Week 11: Patient Counseling & Communication
Counseling women with empathy & clarity
Addressing skin, hair & emotional concerns
Building rapport with patients

Week 12: Final Integration
Putting it all together: patient case simulations
Quiz + project presentation
Certification & career pathways in PCOS management