Practitioner Training
The training program is free for certified licensed medical professionals. The self-paced, self-guided curriculum allows you to learn hTMA fundamentals and how to properly balance mineral interrelationships with clinical nutrition (i.e., nutritional balancing).
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Practitioner Training Program – Application Request
The practitioner program is designed to help established clinicians develop skills and competence in applied hTMA (for use within the scope of their current healthcare licensure).
Every application request is evaluated by educational background, professional degree, regulatory status, and clinical experience, etc. These basic program eligibility requirements are the minimum necessary for a clinician to effectively apply hTMA, safely. Accurate hTMA interpretation is technical and complex. Medical training and a background in nutrition and biomedical science are important prerequisites. Learning how to correctly interpret lab results and adjust the therapeutic recommendations (when necessary) ultimately requires clinical experience.
A good first step is to determine what the Nutritional Consultant licensing requirements are for your state and profession, please see: nutritionadvocacy.org
Many patients discover hTMA after all else has failed. Typically these individuals have a serious health condition. They may be taking pharmaceuticals to control their symptoms. These factors can alter biochemistry significantly and consequently, impact test results. A qualified practitioner is able grasp the inherent complexities of hTMA interpretation and the nuances involved in adjusting clinical recommendations. It is important that the practitioner working with these patients also have a medical background (e.g. AC, DO, DAOM, MD, ND, RN, etc.). A medical professional is best equipped to assess complex patient situations and prevent harm. Unfortunately, we are aware of harm being caused by unqualified practitioners.
Non-credentialed Program
Please understand that hTMA is virtually unknown by the general public because it is not supported by the medical and insurance industries. Our hope is that one day hTMA will receive the recognition from the medical community that it deserves, and consequently gain wide use and public acceptance.
Currently what is needed is a high-quality accredited educational program for practitioners to be properly vetted and credentialed. Our organization is a small group of volunteers with very limited resources. The training program does not provide any examination, certification or licensure services. Also, it does not grant additional legal or specialty status.
Training Application
- Self-paced, Self-guided Curriculum. Understanding the complexities of hTMA interpretation takes time (and patience). The free online training materials include presentations, videos, online articles and a recommended reading list. Please fill in the application below to receive free access to the practitioner curriculum.
- If you wish to participate in the hTMA educational program, submit the form below. We will send you the information needed to access the free online curriculum. IMPORTANT: Medical credentials are required to participate in the training program. You also must have a professional account with Trace Elements laboratory.