Are you a current or prospective doctoral student interested in becoming a Certified Nutrition Specialist®️ (CNS®️)? Join us for an essential webinar to learn how the American College of Healthcare Sciences is integrating the CNS pathway directly into our doctoral programs.
With the support of CNS®️ Senior Director of Certifications and Advocacy, Amy Smith, MS, CNS, LDN, we’ll walk you through how course requirements for CNS®️ eligibility can be embedded within the curriculum, making it easier for you to align your doctoral studies with professional board certification.
In this session, you’ll learn:
- What the Certified Nutrition Specialist®️ credential is and why it matters in clinical and academic practice
- How the CNS®️ pathway is being formalized within ACHS’s doctoral program
- The eligibility requirements for the CNS®️, including coursework, supervised clinical hours, and examination
- What steps to take now if you’re currently enrolled or planning to apply
Whether you’re actively working toward your doctorate or considering the program, this session will help you plan strategically for your future credentials and career.
Meet Our Featured Panelists

Dr. Janet Ludwig
ACHS Dean of Doctoral Sciences

Dr. Patricia Kaufman
ACHS Dean of Integrative Health & Nutrition
