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Advanced Professional Certificate

Upgrade your knowledge, credibility, and clinical practice with this advanced functional medicine certification.

Are you ready to take your expertise in functional medicine to the next level? The Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate program is the next step in your functional medicine education. 
* To be eligible for this program you'll need to have already completed the Clinician’s Code™ Foundation Professional Certificate.
Program overview
months access
AI practitioner assistant
Exclusive podcast access
Get listed on our practitioner directory
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All the Foundation Certificate features you know and love, plus exclusive new Advanced Certificate courses, an AI assistant, an exclusive coaching podcast, and our practitioner directory.

Harness your full potential as a practitioner with this advanced functional medicine certification 

The Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate is an elite 12-month functional medicine training program and professional community.

Reserved exclusively for practitioners who hold the Clinician’s Code™ Foundation Professional Certificate, this rigorous program is designed to help you push past your limits and harness your full potential as a budding expert in functional medicine.  

Become part of our plugged-in community of like-minded professionals who are committed to excellence and get unparalleled access to professional mentoring and coaching. 

Whether you want a place to discuss your complex cases or need some help with the business side of running a practice,
Clinician’s Code™ can provide the answers and support you seek. While retaining access to everything in the Clinician’s Code™ Foundation Professional Certificate, you’ll unlock a slew of additional benefits.    


In addition to cutting-edge courses and a thriving professional community, you’ll gain exclusive access to our brand new functional medicine podcast, unlock the power of our AI practitioner assistant, and take up your place in our practitioner directory. 

Welcome to the pinnacle of professional development. Welcome to the Clinician's Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate.

The next step in your functional medicine education journey

You’ve already made remarkable progress by completing your Foundation certificate, and we want to take a moment to acknowledge that achievement. Your continued commitment to your professional development is nothing short of admirable. 

As a returning member of the Metabolic Fitness family, you’re familiar with the type of in-depth knowledge and insights you can expect from our education materials. Our Advanced Professional Certificate program is no exception, with a robust curriculum featuring nine individual courses, covering crucial functional medicine topics such as: 

Advanced patient assessment

Cardiovascular health

Hormonal balance
Advanced blood chemistry interpretation

Thyroid health

Glucose regulation 
Advanced cellular physiology

The science of detoxification

Safe weight loss management

Earn badges and certificates

In recognition of your commitment to the pursuit of excellence in functional medicine, you’ll earn digital badges and certificates. And, upon completing the program requirements, you’ll earn the prestigious Clinician's Code Advanced Professional Certificate — AND get listed in our exclusive practitioner directory
Blood chemistry Certificate of completion

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"I have been in the wellness industry for over 15 years, I have 5 degrees, and a dozen certifications and there is nothing that compares to this program."

Introducing the Metabolic Fitness podcast!

As a dedicated, busy healthcare professional, do you struggle to find the time to stay up-to-date on the latest medical research and functional medicine best practices? 
If this is you, tune in to our program-exclusive functional medicine podcast, where we cut through the noise and discuss the topics you most want to hear about.

That’s right — we take requests. Submit your burning questions and topic requests, and we’ll do the rest. Now you can learn on the go and upgrade your functional medicine knowledge while you work out, commute, or run errands! 

This is content you won't find elsewhere, conveniently delivered in a time-efficient manner.

We select the most pertinent questions, curate topics beneficial to the group, and record personalized audio responses, all of which are then added to an exclusive private podcast feed.

You'll gain access to top-notch clinical strategies, answers to key questions, business insights and so much more. 

No more sifting through hours of irrelevant content to find the answers you seek; now you can focus on what matters to you

Why should you choose this functional medicine certification program?

Building on the Clinician’s Code™ Foundation Professional Certificate, we created the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate for driven functional medicine practitioners who wish to become experts in their field


The program is designed for healthcare professionals who are eager to refine their skills, access rapid solutions, stay abreast of medical developments, and maintain peak performance.

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Keep your skills sharp

Practice healthcare at the cutting edge of medical science. Stay up to date with the latest scientific consensus thanks to our comprehensive content library and monthly PracticeUP releases.

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Learn at your own pace 

As busy professionals, we know how tricky it can be to balance all the demands on your time. Dig into our materials at your own pace, empowering yourself with the latest knowledge and techniques — without missing a beat. 

Blood chemistry Certificate of completion

Earn your Advanced Professional Certificate 

Upon completing your coursework and capstone project, you’ll receive the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate. 


Add this prestigious credential to your website and marketing materials to show patients your commitment to practicing medicine at the highest quality, informed by the latest medical research.

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Get robust asynchronous support

Not only can you connect with Drs. Bryan and Julie Walsh in the expert community forum, you also get exclusive access to our private podcast


You'll receive expert guidance and mentorship through engaging audio content, empowering you to tackle the intricacies of functional medicine and manage the business aspects of your practice with confidence.

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Unlock the power of a professional community

Take your place among the finest minds in functional medicine in our community forum, where collaboration thrives and insights abound. 


Engage with like-minded peers, share experiences, swap insights, form lasting connections, build your network, and elevate your practice to new heights.

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Get listed in our practitioner directory

Upon fulfilling the program requirements, you’ll be added to our exclusive functional medicine Practitioner Directory, driving patient referrals to elevate the success of your practice to new heights. 

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Leverage the power of AI-assisted learning 

The Metabolic Fitness AI Practitioner Assistant — a proprietary chatbot trained in all of our materials — allows you to outsource the dull task of sorting through dozens of studies and resources trying to find the source of your information.


Rapidly track down the facts you need. Simply ask the Practitioner Assistant a question and the bot will instantly surface the answer for you. It’s that easy.

Enhance your visibility and credibility within the industry

Grow your network, get referrals, and expand your customer base with the help of our functional medicine practitioner directory.

Upon earning your Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate, you’ll get listed in our program-exclusive practitioner directory free of charge for two years. After the initial listing period of two years, the listing remains free for alumni members. Non-alumni can renew their listing every two years at a fixed price of $249 — which works out to less than $11 per month. 

Who is this course for?

The Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate Program is designed for functional medicine professionals eager to refine their skills, access rapid solutions, stay abreast of developments, and maintain peak performance in their field. It’s reserved exclusively for practitioners who already hold the Clinician’s Code™ Foundational Professional Certificate. 

 Note: In order to qualify for the Advanced program, you need to have successfully completed the Foundation program. If you haven’t earned your Clinician’s Code™ Foundation Professional Certificate yet, hit the button below to learn more and apply to join the program.

The Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate curriculum outline

Advanced Assessment

COURSEWORK HOURS: 3
*Exclusive to the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate
This course focuses on advanced clinical assessment techniques, including the Ryff Assessment for psychological well-being, a detailed nutritional physical exam to identify key nutrient imbalances, and advanced lab testing protocols. You’ll learn how to interpret these assessments to gain deeper insights into your patients' cellular function, metabolic health, and overall wellness. By combining physiological, biochemical, and psychological markers, you’ll be equipped to create targeted, personalized interventions that address root causes and optimize health at the cellular level. 

Advanced Blood Chemistry Interpretation

COURSEWORK HOURS: 3-5
*Exclusive to the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate
Elevate your diagnostic skills with this advanced course in blood chemistry interpretation. Designed for healthcare professionals looking to refine their clinical expertise, this course will guide you through the nuances of reading and interpreting complex blood panels. You’ll learn how to interpret key markers, recognize subtle patterns that signal deeper health issues, and integrate functional reference ranges into your practice. This course equips you with the knowledge to make precise, data-driven clinical decisions and diagnoses. 

The Hormone Blueprint

COURSEWORK HOURS: 3-5
*Exclusive to the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate
This comprehensive course is dedicated to understanding and managing hormonal imbalances, and covers the full spectrum of endocrine function, focusing on the interrelation of thyroid, adrenal, and sex hormones. Learn the latest evidence-based strategies for addressing hormone dysregulation in both men and women, with an emphasis on integrative approaches that include nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation. This course provides the tools to address conditions like hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue, PCOS, and menopause.

The Thyroid Blueprint

COURSEWORK HOURS: 7
*Exclusive to the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate
In this course, we investigate various aspects of the thyroid, providing you with a deeper understanding of thyroid physiology, hormones, and dysfunction. Gain valuable insight into the factors that cause thyroid dysfunction and learn effective strategies for abnormal thyroid patterns. This course will empower you to critically analyze thyroid-related information when it’s presented to you and confidently diagnose and manage thyroid-related issues such as hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis in patients.

The Cardiovascular Blueprint

COURSEWORK HOURS: 3-5
*Exclusive to the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate
In this course, we explore the intricacies of heart function, blood vessels, and circulatory wellness, delving deep into the pathophysiology of heart disease, lipid metabolism, and inflammatory markers that signal cardiovascular risk. Learn to interpret advanced cardiovascular tests, assess risk factors holistically, and implement preventative strategies rooted in functional and integrative medicine. This blueprint will equip you to develop personalized heart health plans for your patients and confidently address conditions like hypertension, atherosclerosis, and arrhythmia.

Advanced Glucose Regulation

COURSEWORK HOURS: 3-5
*Exclusive to the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate
This comprehensive course dives deep into the physiology of glucose and insulin, uncovering the biochemical pathways and mechanisms involved in maintaining balanced blood sugar levels. You’ll explore key clinical markers, learn to assess insulin sensitivity and resistance, and gain actionable strategies to optimize glucose control through diet, lifestyle interventions, and targeted supplementation. You’ll gain cutting-edge, evidence-based tools for helping patients manage metabolic disorders like diabetes and insulin resistance.

Advanced Cellular Physiology

COURSEWORK HOURS: 7
*Exclusive to the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate
In this advanced cellular physiology course, Dr. Walsh provides a detailed overview of cellular function. We’ll explore how cells are constructed, the various components they consist of, the significance of cell membranes in facilitating communication between cells. You’ll learn about the vital role this communication plays in basic biological functions in living organisms, and emerge from this course with a much deeper understanding of cellular physiology.

The Detox Blueprint   

COURSEWORK HOURS: 6
*Exclusive to the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate
In this course, we critically examine the necessity and feasibility of detoxification in healthcare. We address common misconceptions by exploring the science of toxins, how the body eliminates them, and practical, evidence-based methods to support and optimize detoxification pathways. You’ll learn about the systemic effects of toxins, the biochemical pathways involved in detoxification, the critical roles played by different organs.

Ozemplan

COURSEWORK HOURS: 4
The OzemPlan: Healthy weight loss in the GLP-1 era course unpacks what happens to environmental pollutant levels in the blood during weight loss. You’ll learn about the potential short-term and long-term effects of increased environmental pollutant levels, as well as strategies to minimize these consequences. This course provides insight into ways people who use GLP-1 for weight loss can do so safely and effectively.

Unlock incredible value

Here’s what makes Clinician’s Code™ the best functional medicine certification program in the industry, in addition to the comprehensive and cutting-edge curriculum.

You’ll retain access to all the perks included in the Foundation Certificate, but you’ll also get:
  • Our AI practitioner assistant, which has been trained in all the Metabolic Fitness content to answer your questions instantly.
  • A private functional medicine podcast where we discuss functional medicine topics and answer your burning questions. 
  • Access to our Advanced certificate community forum, where you can ask questions, share observations, and network with fellow functional medicine practitioners.
Remember, you’ll ALSO get listed in our functional medicine practitioner directory, making it easier for patients and clients to find your practice.

Our ultimate aim? 

To equip you with advanced expertise in critical areas of functional medicine, empowering you to confidently assist even the most complex clients. 

From informed clinical choices to precise testing and supplementation, our program ensures you’re primed to excel in every aspect of your practice. 

How much does this functional medicine certification cost? 

You’ll get all of this for just $11995

Meet your mentors

Drs Bryan & Julie Walsh have run a private practice and educational company teaching health care practitioners since 2007. Together they combine over 40 years of collective experience in the fitness, nutritional and health industry and combine their unique and synergistic perspectives to bring some of the most relevant, cutting edge, and important information to health care practitioners today.
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Dr. Bryan walsh

Co-Founder & CMO of Metabolic Fitness
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Dr. Julie Walsh
Co-Founder & CEO of Metabolic Fitness

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate for?

This program is for health practitioners who have already completed the Clinician’s Code™ Foundation Professional Certificate who wish to advance their functional medicine knowledge and grow their business even further. 

A wide variety of practitioners can benefit from this program, including medical doctors, chiropractors, health coaches, fitness professionals, nutritionists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners.

How is the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate program delivered?

Our self-paced courses comprise engaging video-based lessons punctuated by revision activities that serve to reinforce your learning.

Our community forum is available for you to post your questions at any time, day or night. We’ll also answer your burning questions in our brand new podcast, which you can stream live or listen to the recording when it suits you best.

Plus, with the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate program, you can harness the power of artificial intelligence-assisted learning — for busy practitioners who want accurate answers, stat.

What is the AI Practitioner Assistant?

Our AI Practitioner Assistant is a chat interface trained on all of our cutting-edge functional medicine content. This means you can ask it questions, and if we’ve covered the topic, the Practitioner Assistant will be able to answer you. 

This is especially useful for recalling information you’ve already learned without having to rewatch the videos or track down the specific document where you originally came across the information.

What is the investment?

The tools, skills, and strategies you will learn in the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate can be applied for a lifetime of successful practice. 

Right now, the investment to enroll in this rigorous 12-month curriculum is $11995. You can also purchase the course using payment plans from Klarna or AfterPay if these services are available in your country. 

I’m so busy already. Will the Clinician's Code™ program still be worth it for me?

Every aspect of Clinician's Code™ Foundation Professional Certificate has been designed with the busy clinician in mind. 

  • All-access content allows you to log in and learn any time you want. 
  • You can also use our AI Practitioner Assistant bot to ask questions about any of our content and get instant answers. It’s like having a functional medicine coach right in your pocket.
  • Daily forum support allows you to post questions whenever you need to.
You can also submit questions in advance of our podcast streams, which are answered live and recorded, so you can tune in in real time or listen to the audio recordings when it’s convenient for you.

How much time do I need to dedicate to this program?

Can you spare an hour a day, perhaps by giving up a TV show or social media scroll time? You’d be surprised how much free time most of us have in a day when we build our schedule with intention — that's something we teach too!

And now, with our recently-launched functional medicine podcast, you can learn on-the-go while you’re commuting, running errands, working out, or doing chores — helping you fit education into your lifestyle, no matter how busy you are.

How long will my listing remain in the Practitioner Directory? Can I extend this period?

Upon earning your Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate, you’ll get listed in our program-exclusive practitioner directory free of charge for two years. 

After the initial listing period of two years, the listing remains free for alumni members. Non-alumni can renew their listing every two years at a fixed price of $249 — which works out to less than $11 per month. 

When is the right time to do this professional certificate program? 

Honestly… now.

There are more people than ever before looking for answers about their health. They’re searching (often desperately) for competent practitioners to help them.
At the same time, the number of practitioners grows daily (translation: your competition isn’t getting any smaller).

Each day that passes is another day that:

  • Patients are finding another professional to help them with their goals.
  • You aren’t getting answers to the questions you have about your current cases that you’re stuck on.
  • The lack of systems in your practice is leaving you overworked and underpaid.
  • The burnout and frustration continue to grow as you continually search for answers through Google, the seminar circuit, and countless podcasts.

I already have a PracticeUP subscription. Do I have to keep paying for PracticeUP if I join the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate program?

If you enroll and already have a PracticeUP membership, you won’t need to pay for your PracticeUP subscription separately as it’s included in the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate curriculum. 

Once you purchase the Clinician’s Code™ Advanced Professional Certificate, you can cancel your subscription and you'll retain access to PracticeUP for the duration of the Certificate Program.

I have a question not answered on this page. Can we chat?

Absolutely! Just use this contact page to get in touch, and we’ll address your remaining questions.

What happens if I don't complete the program within 12 months?

We understand that life can be unpredictable, and you may need more time beyond the initial 12 months. If that's the case, no need to worry — we offer a flexible extension program when your 12 months are up.