IV Nutrition Training &
Certification Course

1. Patient Identification and Assessment

   • Acquire the knowledge to identify patients who would benefit most from IV Nutrition therapies, including athletes, high-stress professionals, those with compromised immune function, and patients with digestive absorption issues.

   • Learn to interpret laboratory testing results including blood and saliva panels to guide treatment protocols.

2. Commercial IV Formulations and Protocols

   • Master the various commercially available IV nutritional products and gain comprehensive understanding of supplement interactions.

   • Learn protocols for Hydration Therapies, Myers' Cocktail, Metabolic Stimulation, Detoxification, and specialized formulations.

3. Advanced IV Therapies: NAD+ and Ascorbic Acid

   • Understand NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) therapy for cellular energy transfer, metabolism regulation, mitochondrial function, and healthy aging support.

   • Learn high-dose Ascorbic Acid infusion protocols including oxidative stress prevention, wound healing, immune cell modulation, and carnitine production.

4. Amino Acid Adjunct Therapies

   • Master specialized amino acid protocols including Arginine (cardiovascular health), Carnitine (fat metabolism), Glutamine (muscle maintenance), Taurine (stress reduction), Methionine (detoxification), and Ornithine (growth hormone support).

   • Understand how to customize formulations for patients with specific symptoms including chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, depression, anxiety, and gastrointestinal disorders.

5. Medication Interactions and Evidence-Based Practice

   • Gain comprehensive knowledge of medication interactions and review evidence-based studies demonstrating patient benefits.

   • Learn dosing guidelines, contraindications, and complication management protocols.

6. Safety Protocols and Administration

   • Master safe IV catheter insertion, venipuncture techniques, and proper aseptic practices.

   • Learn to identify and manage complications and adverse events promptly and effectively.

7. Regulatory Compliance and Documentation

   • Understand universal guidelines, dosing schedules, treatment frequency, and FDA oversight considerations.

   • Learn proper documentation requirements, medical history intake, consent procedures, and delegation protocols.

8. Practice Integration and Business Development

   • Acquire product sourcing information, pricing strategies, service packaging options, and marketing requirements.

   • Learn proven techniques for successfully integrating IV nutrition services into your existing practice.

These comprehensive objectives ensure practitioners leave with both the clinical expertise and business knowledge needed to deliver safe, effective IV nutrition therapies and build a profitable service line.