Functional Medicine Continuing Education: CE and CPD Credits Through the Kharrazian Institute
Most practitioners who come to the Kharrazian Institute are not looking to check a box. They are managing patients with complex, chronic conditions who have not responded to standard care – and they need clinical education that goes deeper than what their initial training provided. The Kharrazian Institute, led by Dr. Datis Kharrazian, PhD, DHSc, DC, MS, MMSc, FACN, offers functional medicine continuing education that qualifies for CE and CPD credits across multiple license types and more than 50 countries. The curriculum covers 19 clinical topic areas, from neuroinflammation and autoimmunity to hormone imbalances and cognitive decline, built for immediate clinical application.
Every course is designed to give practitioners a research-backed sequence of thought for identifying and addressing the underlying mechanisms driving their patients’ conditions. CE and CPD credit availability varies by license type, state, and country. The information on this page is current as of the dates noted in each section and is updated as approvals are renewed or expanded.
International CPD Credits for Medical Physicians and Healthcare Professionals
The Kharrazian Institute is an approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) provider for medical physicians and healthcare professionals in the United Kingdom and more than 50 countries worldwide. The KI provider approval code is 781679.
Practitioners outside the United States should verify with their country’s medical board whether CPD hours from an international provider are accepted toward licensure renewal before enrolling.
The following courses are approved for CPD credit hours:
- Autoimmunity – 12 hours
- Neuroinflammation – 12 hours
- Chronic Inflammation – 12 hours
- Diabetes and Dysglycemia – 12 hours
- Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism – 12 hours
- Essentials of Functional Medicine – 8 hours
- Cognitive Decline and Dementia – 12 hours
- Headaches – 12 hours
- Childhood Developmental Disorders – 12 hours
- Cardiovascular and Neurovascular Conditions – 12 hours
- Chronic Infections – 12 hours
- Hormone Imbalances – 12 hours
- Gastrointestinal Conditions – 12 hours
- Mood and Anxiety Disorders – 12 hours
- Respiratory and Sinus Conditions – 6 hours
- Prenatal Care and Maternal Health – 12 hours
- Chronic Fatigue and Pain Syndromes – 12 hours
- Longevity and Wellness Optimization – 12 hours
- Degenerative Joint, Muscle, and Bone Conditions – 12 hours
To request your CPD certificate, use the CPD certificate request link in your course portal after completing the course.
CE Credits for Doctors of Chiropractic
KI courses are approved for state CE credit for Doctors of Chiropractic via livestream or on-demand attendance. Most courses carry 6–12 hours of credit. Passing all required exams is required to receive CE credit or the KI Certificate of Completion.
If CE credits are needed toward a state license, NUHS transcripts must be ordered through National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) after completing the course and receiving the KI Certificate of Completion. Submit the dated KI Certificate to NUHS at [email protected] for attendance validation, listing the course title and “Kharrazian Institute” as the provider.
It is the practitioner’s responsibility to verify their state’s rules regarding online and livestream continuing education before enrolling.
States with ongoing CE credit access (indefinite expiration) for most approved courses: Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming.
States where CE credits are not available via online video replay: Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, New York, Oklahoma, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Several states have expiration dates tied to specific approvals. The per-course details are listed below. All approvals reflect the dates noted per course.
Course-by-Course DC CE Approval Details
Course 19 – Degenerative Joint, Muscle, and Bone Conditions: 6 Hours
State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (7/31/2027), Arkansas (12/31/2025), California (8/31/2026), Georgia (12/31/2025), Hawaii (12/31/2025), Kentucky (9/20/2026), Missouri (12/31/2026), New Mexico (12/31/2025), Nevada (12/31/2026), Pennsylvania (9/1/2026), Texas (8/31/2026). Approvals as of December 1, 2025.
Course 18 – Headaches: 6 Hours
State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (3/18/2027), Arkansas (12/31/2025), California (4/30/2026), Georgia (12/31/2025), Hawaii (12/31/2025), Kentucky (5/25/2026), Missouri (12/31/2025), New Mexico (12/31/2025), Nevada (12/31/2026), Pennsylvania (12/31/2025), Texas (4/30/2026). Approvals as of December 1, 2025.
Course 17 – Respiratory and Sinus Conditions: 6 Hours
State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (8/28/2026), Hawaii (12/31/2025), Missouri (12/31/2025), Nevada (12/31/2026), Pennsylvania (9/1/2026). Note: Arkansas, California, Georgia, Kentucky, New Mexico, and Texas approvals have expired. Approvals as of December 1, 2025.
Course 16 – Chronic Inflammation: 6.5 Hours
State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (3/28/2026). Hawaii credit is 6 hours only and expires 12/31/2025. Note: Arkansas, California, Georgia, Kentucky, Nevada, New Mexico, and Pennsylvania approvals have expired. Approvals as of December 1, 2025.
Course 15 – Essentials of Functional Medicine: 8 Hours
State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (3/31/2028), California (4/30/2027), Florida (4/27/2026–4/27/2028), Georgia (12/31/2026), Missouri (12/31/2027), Nevada (12/31/2026), Pennsylvania (9/1/2026), Texas (2/28/2027). Note: Arkansas, Hawaii, and Kentucky approvals have expired. New Mexico not available via online replay. Missouri included in ongoing-access states for this course. Approvals as of April 13, 2026.
Course 14 – Hormone Imbalances: 12 Hours
State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (6/4/2026), Hawaii (12/31/2025). Note: Arkansas, California, Kentucky, Nevada, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and Texas approvals have expired. Approvals as of December 1, 2025.
Course 13 – Chronic Infections: 12 Hours
Arizona approval has expired (3/20/2025). Ongoing access states apply. Approvals as of December 1, 2025.
Course 12 – Longevity and Wellness Optimization: 12 Hours
Ongoing access states apply; no state-specific expiration dates listed. Approvals as of February 19, 2025.
Course 11 – Mood and Anxiety Disorders: 12 Hours
Ongoing access states apply; no state-specific expiration dates listed. Approvals as of February 19, 2025.
Course 10 – Cardiovascular and Neurovascular Syndromes: 12 Hours
CE credits available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (8/31/2027), California (9/30/2026), Florida (5/4/2026–5/4/2028), Georgia (12/31/2026), Kentucky (10/27/2026), Missouri (12/31/2027), Nevada (12/31/2026), New Mexico (10/26/2026), Pennsylvania (9/1/2026), Texas (9/30/2026). Note: Arkansas and Hawaii approvals have expired. Texas allows a maximum of 10 online CE hours per renewal period. Approvals as of April 13, 2026.
Course 9 – Childhood Developmental Disorders: 12 Hours
Ongoing access states plus Georgia apply. New Mexico not available via online replay for this course. Approvals as of February 19, 2025.
Course 8 – Chronic Fatigue and Pain Syndromes: 12 Hours
CE credits available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (8/31/2027), California (9/30/2026), Florida (5/4/2026–5/4/2028), Georgia (12/31/2026), Kentucky (8/27/2026), Missouri (12/31/2026), Nevada (12/31/2026), New Mexico (10/27/2026), Pennsylvania (9/1/2026), Texas (9/30/2026). Note: Arkansas and Hawaii approvals have expired. Texas: 10-hour online maximum per renewal period applies. Approvals as of April 13, 2026.
Course 7 – Cognitive Decline and Dementia: 12 Hours
Ongoing access states apply. New Mexico not available via online replay for this course. Ontario, Canada: approved through National University for a maximum of 12 hours for DCs via on-demand replay. Verify hours honored with your board before enrolling. Approvals as of February 19, 2025.
Course 6 – Infertility, Prenatal Care, and Maternal Health: 12 Hours
Ongoing access states apply, with the following exceptions – Indiana, Kentucky, New Mexico, and Wyoming are not available via online replay for this course. Approvals as of February 19, 2025.
Course 5 – Diabetes and Dysglycemia: 12 Hours
CE credits available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (8/31/2027), California (9/30/2026), Florida (5/5/2026–5/5/2028), Georgia (12/31/2026), Kentucky (10/27/2026), Missouri (12/31/2026), Nevada (12/31/2026), New Mexico (10/26/2026), Pennsylvania (9/1/2026), Texas (9/30/2026). Note: Arkansas and Hawaii approvals have expired. Texas: 10-hour online maximum per renewal period applies. Approvals as of April 13, 2026.
Course 4 – Hashimoto’s Hypothyroidism: 12 Hours
Ongoing access states apply, with the following exceptions – Indiana, Kentucky, New Mexico, and Wyoming are not available via online replay for this course. Approvals as of February 19, 2025.
Course 3 – Autoimmunity: 12 Hours
CE credits available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (7/31/2027), California (9/30/2026), Florida (5/5/2026–5/5/2028), Georgia (12/31/2026), Kentucky (10/27/2026), Missouri (12/31/2026), Nevada (12/31/2026), New Mexico (10/26/2026), Pennsylvania (9/1/2026), Texas (9/30/2026). Note: Arkansas and Hawaii approvals have expired. Texas: 10-hour online maximum per renewal period applies. Ontario, Canada: approved through National University for a maximum of 12 hours for DCs via on-demand replay. Verify hours honored with your board before enrolling. Approvals as of April 13, 2026.
Course 2 – Gastrointestinal Conditions: 12 Hours
CE credits available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. State-specific expiration dates: Arizona (8/31/2027), California (9/30/2026), Florida (5/4/2026–5/4/2028), Georgia (12/31/2026), Kentucky (10/27/2026), Missouri (12/31/2026), Nevada (12/31/2026), New Mexico (10/26/2026), Pennsylvania (9/1/2026), Texas (9/30/2026). Note: Arkansas and Hawaii approvals have expired. Texas: 10-hour online maximum per renewal period applies. Approvals as of April 13, 2026.
Course 1 – Neuroinflammation: 12 Hours
Ongoing access states apply, with the following exceptions – Indiana, Kentucky, New Mexico, and Wyoming are not available via online replay for this course. Ontario, Canada: approved through National University for a maximum of 12 hours for DCs via on-demand replay. Verify hours honored with your board before enrolling. Approvals as of August 28, 2025.
How to Receive DC CE Credits
Complete the course and pass all required exams to receive the KI Certificate of Completion. Then purchase NUHS transcripts and submit the dated KI Certificate to [email protected], listing the course title and “Kharrazian Institute” as the provider. NUHS transcripts must be ordered separately from enrollment in the KI course.
CE Credits for Doctors of Naturopathic Medicine
KI naturopathic CE credits are provided through the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine. KI has not applied to individual state naturopathic boards. Practitioners should verify with their state board whether Oregon Board approval satisfies their state’s CE requirements before enrolling.
Effective January 1, 2026, the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine no longer approves KI online courses for CE credit, with the exception of the two courses listed below.
Currently Approved ND Courses (On Demand)
Course 18 – Headaches: 6 Hours
Oregon NDs: expires 12/31/2027. Approvals as of April 29, 2025.
Course 15 – Essentials of Functional Medicine: 8 Hours
Oregon NDs: expires 12/31/2027. Approvals as of April 29, 2025.
Naturopathic practitioners in states other than Oregon should contact their state board directly before assuming reciprocity with the Oregon approval.
CE Credits for Acupuncturists
KI acupuncture CE credits are provided through the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and the California Acupuncture Board (CA ACU). KI has not applied to individual state acupuncture boards outside California. Generally, NCCAOM retroactively accepts livestream and online replay attendance; the California Acupuncture Board also accepts both formats.
Practitioners should confirm their state board’s acceptance of NCCAOM approvals before enrolling.
Currently Approved Acupuncture Courses (On Demand)
Course 19 – Degenerative Joint, Muscle, and Bone Conditions: 6 Hours
CA ACU (expires 9/20/2026), NCCAOM (expires 9/12/2026). Approvals as of December 1, 2025.
Course 18 – Headaches: 6 Hours
CA ACU (expires 5/25/2026), NCCAOM (expires 4/24/2026). Approvals as of April 29, 2025.
Course 17 – Respiratory and Sinus Conditions: 6 Hours
CA ACU and NCCAOM approvals have expired. Approvals as of December 1, 2025.
Course 16 – Chronic Inflammation: 6.5 Hours
CA ACU and NCCAOM approvals have expired. Approvals as of February 19, 2025.
Course 15 – Essentials of Functional Medicine: 8 Hours
CA ACU (expires 5/17/2027), NCCAOM (expires 4/23/2027). Approvals as of April 1, 2026.
Course 14 – Hormone Imbalances: 12 Hours
CA ACU and NCCAOM approvals have expired. Approvals as of February 19, 2025.
Course 10 – Cardiovascular and Neurovascular Syndromes: 12 Hours
Available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. CA ACU (expires 10/27/2026), NCCAOM (expires 9/5/2026). Approvals as of December 1, 2025.
Course 8 – Chronic Fatigue and Pain Syndromes: 12 Hours
Available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. CA ACU (expires 10/27/2026), NCCAOM (expires 9/5/2026). Approvals as of September 15, 2025.
Course 5 – Diabetes and Dysglycemia: 12 Hours
Available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. CA ACU (expires 10/27/2026), NCCAOM (expires 9/5/2026). Approvals as of September 15, 2025.
Course 3 – Autoimmunity: 12 Hours
Available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. CA ACU (expires 10/27/2026), NCCAOM (expires 8/29/2026). Approvals as of August 28, 2025.
Course 2 – Gastrointestinal Conditions: 12 Hours
Available for courses completed on or after October 27, 2025. CA ACU (expires 10/27/2026), NCCAOM (expires 9/9/2026). Approvals as of September 25, 2025.
How to Receive Acupuncture CE Credits
Complete the course and pass all required exams to receive the KI Certificate of Completion. Then purchase NUHS transcripts and submit the dated KI Certificate to [email protected], listing the course title and “Kharrazian Institute” as the provider.
Key Takeaways
- KI is an approved CPD provider in the UK and more than 50 countries worldwide (provider code: 781679), covering all 19 KI course topics.
- DC CE credits are available in most U.S. states via on-demand video; NUHS transcripts are required and must be ordered separately after course completion.
- ND CE credits through the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine are currently limited to two courses (Headaches and Essentials of Functional Medicine); verify state reciprocity before enrolling.
- Acupuncture CE credits are available through NCCAOM and CA ACU for select courses; individual state board acceptance of NCCAOM approvals should be confirmed before enrolling.
- Approval expiration dates vary by course and state. The information on this page reflects the most recent approvals as of the dates noted per course and is updated as new approvals are issued.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Passing all required exams is a prerequisite for receiving CE credit or the KI Certificate of Completion for all courses. Exam requirements apply to both livestream and on-demand attendance formats.
After completing the course and receiving your KI Certificate of Completion, purchase NUHS transcripts separately and submit your dated KI Certificate to [email protected]. List the course title and “Kharrazian Institute” as the provider. NUHS will validate attendance and issue the transcript.
Yes. CE credit availability is separate from course enrollment. Practitioners in any state or country can enroll in and complete KI courses. CE credit eligibility depends on your licensing board’s rules and the approval status listed for each course.
KI is an approved CPD provider in the UK and more than 50 countries (provider code: 781679). Requirements vary by country and board. Verify with your specific licensing authority whether international CPD credits are accepted toward your renewal requirements before enrolling.
Yes. This page reflects the most current approval information as of the dates noted per course. Approvals are updated as they are renewed, expanded, or changed. If your course or state is not listed, contact KI directly to confirm current status before enrolling.
About Dr. Datis Kharrazian and the Kharrazian Institute
Dr. Datis Kharrazian, PhD, DHSc, DC, MS, MMSc, FACN, is a Harvard Medical School research fellow and researcher at Massachusetts General Hospital’s Department of Neurology, specializing in autoimmunity and neuroimmunology. He serves as Associate Clinical Professor at Loma Linda University School of Medicine and is the author of Why Do I Still Have Thyroid Symptoms When My Lab Tests Are Normal and Why Isn’t My Brain Working. Dr. Kharrazian is a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition, a Diplomate of the Board of Nutrition Specialists, a member of the American Association of Immunologists, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine (UK).
The Kharrazian Institute is a clinical education and training institute serving more than 5,000 physicians and healthcare providers worldwide. KI courses are designed for licensed practitioners seeking evidence-based, research-backed clinical strategies for managing complex and chronic patient cases. The Institute does not conduct primary research; its contribution is the clinical translation and teaching of findings across functional medicine, immunology, neurology, and endocrinology.
Enroll in Functional Medicine CE Courses
KI courses are open to licensed healthcare practitioners. To browse available courses, confirm CE credit eligibility for your license type and state, or begin enrollment, visit the KI course catalog or contact the Institute directly.
