CERTIFIED LEAP THERAPIST (CLT) TRAINING COURSE

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ELEVATE YOUR SKILLS AND SERVICES BY ENROLLING IN THIS COURSE!

The CLT training course is tailored for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs), Certified Nutrition Specialists (CNS), Registered Nurses (RNs), Medical Doctors (MDs), and all other health professionals to enhance their ability to deliver personalized care to clients with inflammation and other symptoms related to food and chemical sensitivities. The CLT training course is a comprehensive course designed to develop proficiency in implementing the LEAP protocol using the MRT. The course also includes relevant information about the company and logistical details related to the laboratory. This course equips healthcare professionals with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively support individuals with various medical conditions. Additionally, this training will help you refine your ability to determine who is a good LEAP candidate, arrange for the MRT testing as needed, and implement their personalized LEAP Protocol diet and lifestyle interventions!

Unlike many courses, which simply provide information and test for understanding, the Certified LEAP Therapist training provides personalized feedback from your LEAP Mentor. Healthcare professionals will learn evidence-based techniques to enhance their therapeutic dietary approach and help clients navigate challenges. The course includes video presentations, downloadable PowerPoint (PPT) slides, and supervised practice sessions with mentors, allowing attendees to apply their learning in real-world situations.  Upon successful completion of both the didactic and practical exam/case-study portions, participants will have gained the basic competencies to be awarded the CLT (Certified LEAP Therapist) designation. The CLT is recognized as one who possesses special talents and knowledge in the area of non-IgG/non-IgE food and chemical sensitivities. By the end of the course, healthcare professionals will be fully prepared to guide and support clients on their journey to better health and enhanced well-being. Join us to gain expertise and knowledge to make a positive impact on people’s lives.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CERTIFIED LEAP THERAPIST (CLT) TRAINING COURSE BY CREDENTIALS

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), and current CLT holders are approved to earn the CLT certification after successfully passing both the didactic and practical exams.

Other professionals taking the CLT training course will gain essential knowledge in interpreting the MRT test and implementing the LEAP program based on the MRT results. This group includes:

  • Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
  • Doctor of Chiropractic (DC)
  • Physician Assistants (PA)
  • Nurse Practitioners (NP)
  • Functional Diagnostic Nutritionists (FDN)
  • Restorative Health Practitioners (RHP)
  • Acupuncturists
  • Naturopaths
  • And others

These professionals are only required to take the didactic final exam.

CLT TRAINING COURSE CURRICULUM

VIDEO DURATION: 10 hrs, 18 min, 59 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 396 PPT Slides

CHAPTER 1: OXFORD BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES (OBT)

Description: This chapter provides essential background information about Oxford Biomedical Technologies, enhancing the understanding of the laboratory history and operational procedures.

VIDEO DURATION: 11 min, 20 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 24 PPT Slides

CHAPTER 2: BASIC ELEMENTS OF IMMUNOLOGY & ADVERSE FOOD REACTIONS

Description: In this chapter, we explore the fundamental principles of immunology while examining the complexities of adverse food reactions.

VIDEO DURATION: 14 min, 16 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 24 PPT Slides

CHAPTER 3: THE LEUKOCYTE ACTIVATION ASSAY-MRT (LAA-MRT)

Description: In this chapter, we discuss the innovative methodology and applications of the Leukocyte Activation Assay-MRT (LAA-MRT™™.

VIDEO DURATION: 12 min, 19 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 27 PPT Slides

CHAPTER 4: CLINICAL BASIS OF THE LEAP PROGRAM

Description: In this chapter, we provide a compelling overview of the clinical basis of the LEAP Program.

VIDEO DURATION: 6 min, 44 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 15 PPT Slides

 

CHAPTER 5: LEAP PROTOCOL IMPLEMENTATION

Description: In this chapter, we will provide a step-by-step procedure for using the LEAP diet & lifestyle management system.

VIDEO DURATION: 16 min, 13 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 17 PPT Slides

Unit 1: LEAP as the New “Standard” for Elimination Diets

VIDEO DURATION: 22 min, 16 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 18 PPT Slides

Unit 2: LEAP Diet Protocol Introduction/Overview

VIDEO DURATION: 16 min, 13 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 16 PPT Slides

Unit 3: Criteria for LEAP Diet Planning

VIDEO DURATION: 29 min, 50 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 20 PPT Slides

Unit 4: Selecting Phase 1 Foods with Your Patient

VIDEO DURATION: 1 hr, 3 min, 26 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 17 PPT Slides

Unit 5: Phase 1 Creating a Meal Plan: Practical Application

VIDEO DURATION: 1 hr, 7 min, 1 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 24 PPT Slides

Unit 6: Phase 2 LEAP Planning

VIDEO DURATION: 44 min, 47 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 19 PPT Slides

Unit 7: Phase 3 LEAP Planning

VIDEO DURATION: 19 min, 40 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 8 PPT Slides

Unit 8: Food Additives and Chemicals

VIDEO DURATION: 35 min. 21 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 11 PPT Slides

Unit 9: Normalizing the Diet and Adding Back MRT Reactive Foods

VIDEO DURATION: 28 min, 58 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 8 PPT Slides

Unit 10: LEAP Protocol: Obtaining a Health History Specific to LEAP

VIDEO DURATION: 24 min, 6 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 8 PPT Slides

Unit 11: LEAP Protocol: Using the Symptom Survey

VIDEO DURATION: 25 min. 43 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 8 PPT Slides

Unit 12: LEAP Protocol: Using the Food/Symptom Diary

VIDEO DURATION: 26 min, 57 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 11 PPT Slides

Unit 13: Lifestyle Modifications to the LEAP Protocol

VIDEO DURATION: 20 min, 26 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 7 PPT Slides

Unit 14: LEAP Protocol: Considerations for Various Medical Conditions

VIDEO DURATION: 21 min, 48 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 7 PPT Slides

Unit 15: Putting It All Together: The Pre-LEAP Consult

VIDEO DURATION: 17 min. 6 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 12 PPT Slides

Unit 16: Case Studies

VIDEO DURATION: 34 min, 10 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 48 PPT Slides

Unit 17: FAQs

VIDEO DURATION: 32 min, 33 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 15 PPT Slides

CHAPTER 6: RESEARCH EVIDENCE FOR LEAP

Description: This chapter will present evidence from research studies and collaborations by the research department at Oxford Biomedical Technologies.

VIDEO DURATION: 27 min, 42 sec/ PDF FORMAT: 32 PPT Slides

FINAL EXAMS

CLT TRAINING DIDACTIC

The final exam for the didactic section of the CLT training course covers all chapters. It consists of 100 questions, including multiple-choice, multiple-select, and true/false questions, each worth 1 point. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 80% of the questions. Importantly, you are permitted to use your notes, conduct internet searches, and reference text materials during the exam.

CLT TRAINING PRACTICAL

Upon completing the online CLT Training, you must complete the practical exam, which consists of three parts:

  1. Assessment Forms: You will complete assessment forms to familiarize yourself with their usage.
  2. Essay Questions: There are four brief essay questions to answer.
  3. LEAP Case Study: You will create a Phase 1 Food List and develop a LEAP Plan and Diet for a “Sample Patient.”

At each step of the process, you will have your personal LEAP Mentor to guide you, ask questions, and review your progress, pointing out areas of improvement and potential negative impacts on your patient outcomes.

CLINICAL TOOLS & RESOURCES

These resources are included:

Initial LEAP Consult Form: This form gathers personal health and clinical data to focus prospective patients’ motivation and commitment.

Initial Symptom Survey & Follow-up Symptom Surveys: Critical tools to quantify and document initial symptoms and to monitor symptom improvement.

SF-36: The SF-36 is a validated QOL instrument that can be used to document improvement in each patient’s quality of life. It is a resource if the practitioner is interested in publishing or presenting research on the benefits of LEAP.

Food Allergy/Celiac Disease Declaration Form: To customize the computer-generated diet printout provided in the patient’s LEAP Report.

Food-Symptom Diary: Provides insight into possible hidden sources of reactive foods or other diet, health or lifestyle factors that are potentially causing problems.

Sample LEAP Guide: Patient/client booklet to accompany personal MRT Results.

Sample LEAP Results: Tool to show clients what their results may look like.