Quick Links for Preparation:

Orientation Video
Course Structure
How to Access
Milestone Calendar 
Course Policies

Quick Links for Participation:

Clinical Community Forum
Sponsorship Directory
Complimentary Laboratory Testing
Sign Up for Texts

Welcome & Preparation

Welcome to your hub for navigating and engaging with AFMCP. This portal is available for the duration of the course, offering you access to comprehensive resources and links to ensure you are well-prepared.

Watch the orientation video to learn more about the structure of the course curriculum, program components, and commonly asked questions. Plus, get a sneak peek of the valuable clinical resources available in the IFM Toolkit. 

Join course moderator Marti Costello, DC, IFMCP, NBC-HWC for a brief walkthrough of AFMCP Online. 

Course Structure 

The AFMCP program is organized into chapters, consisting of on-demand video lectures, and facilitated Q&As. Course includes knowledge self-checks after each chapter to ensure comprehension of the material presented. Learners are also encouraged to complete optional chapter prompts in the discussion forum. Chapter prompts are eligible for CME for those who have purchased the CME add-on.

For an overview of each chapter and estimated lecture times, see the chapter outline.

How to Access

Access the presentations, clinical toolkit, course materials, and video transcripts—all in IFM’s Online Learning Platform. Everything you need to support your AFMCP learning journey is here, from videos and transcripts to downloadable presentation decks.

Note: MP3 and MP4 recordings will only be available for course completers once the cohort has ended. You will be able to access course media for up to one year post-cohort.

How to access the course :

  1. Go to the IFM website and click Log In in the top right corner to access My Account. 
  2. For Desktop Users:
    • In My Account, select My Education from the menu on the left.
  3. For Mobile Users:
    • In My Account, tap Sections, then choose My Education from the dropdown menu.
  4. In the Online Learning Platform, click the My Courses tile.
  5. Navigate to the AFMCP (Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice) folder.
  6. Launch AFMCP January 2026 Curriculum.

Still need help navigating? Check out the course navigation guide (pdf).

Technology Requirements

For the best learning experience, we recommend accessing the course on a desktop computer. Please make sure your computer or mobile device meets the following technology requirements before staring the course:

  • Access to a high-speed internet connection: 3.5 Mbps download speed or higher. Test your internet speed. 
  • A supported operating system: Windows 7 or newer, Mac OS 10.7 or newer. 
  • A supported browser: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari (macOS / iOS), Android (Tablet / Mobile).
  • Functioning internal or external speakers. 

Milestone & Course Calendar

This milestone calendar is designed to help you stay on track throughout the course. By following these recommended checkpoints, you can self-pace your learning and ensure completion by the end of your cohort.
 

Course Policies

Refer to the course policies for details on registration, participation and cancellation procedures.

Registration Policy

Program materials and certificates of completion are delivered to you through your personal IFM online account. Online access cannot be shared – course materials, course content, and CME/CE credit are provided to the individual registrant only. For this reason, you may not register multiple people or someone other than yourself. No registrations will be taken after 4:00 pm PT, Monday, January 19, 2026.

Participation Policy

Participants of the AFMCP course have 11 weeks from the course start date (MOnday,  January 12) to complete the program; 11-week access to a selection of IFM’s Clinical Practice Toolkit is included beginning on the course start date (Monday, January 12). Learners who do not complete within the time frame will lose access to all course materials. Our systems do not allow for course extensions for any reason. No partial CME/CE credit will be awarded.

Remember, it is required that you participate in this program. To fulfill the participation requirements necessary for the course to count toward certification, you must log in and complete the course, as applicable, and also complete any required knowledge checks and/or evaluations by the stated deadline. Where applicable, course knowledge check and/or evaluation instructions will be emailed to you after registration and/or at the conclusion of the course. For courses that qualify for CME/CE credit, to receive purchased CME/CE credit, you must complete any required course components by the stated deadline within the course.

 

CME/CE Policy

The CME/CE option is intended for clinicians who need to fulfill continuing education requirements. Selecting the CME/CE option ensures your certificate of completion will indicate CME/CE hours of participation. If you do not need CME/CE credit, you may choose to purchase the non-CME option instead. Except as otherwise prohibited by applicable laws, this CME/CE credit option is non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be changed once the course begins. To receive CME/CE credit, you must complete the course within the specified time frame. Learners who do not complete the course on time will lose access to all course materials and forfeit all CME/CE credit. Credit is only awarded upon full completion of all required coursework; no partial credit will be given for incomplete participation.
 

Cancellation Policy

 

 

Cancellation Request Received Eligible Refund 
Date of registration/purchase – November 13, 2025* Refund less 10% administrative fee.
November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026*  Refund less 25% administrative fee.
January 12, 2026 – January 27, 2026*  Refund less 50% administrative fee.
January 28, 2026 – End of course*  No refund.

*Next tier of fees in effect at midnight Pacific Time 

CME credits and course materials are not available for those who choose to cancel their registration or fail to complete the course within 11 weeks. Only those who complete the course will receive CME credit, if applicable, and credit toward the certification program. If you have completed your purchase through Affirm, your cancellation will incur an additional fee of up to 6%.

Cancellation requests must be submitted via the Course Cancellation Form. IFM will reply with a written acknowledgement once processed.

Switch Fee Policy   
January 12 –  February 19, 2026*  $150 USD
February 20, 2026 – March 26, 2026*  $300 USD
After March 26, 2026*  No switch permitted.

*Next tier of fees in effect at midnight Pacific Time 

Requests to switch must be submitted in writing to info@ifm.org. Switches can only be made from the current AFMCP offering to the next cohort. 

Participation

Clinical Community Forum 

To participate in discussions with educators and other fellow attendees, join IFM's Clinical Community Forum. By signing up for the forum, you are agreeing to IFM's Code of Conduct.

Orientation Video


Forum Educator Schedule

Course educators will provide live moderation during select weeks of the program. In the Forum on the lefthand menu, you will see dedicated feeds with each educator’s name. To open a feed, click on their name. Educators will only provide moderation during the dates listed on their feed.

Clinical Applications
To get the most out of your learning, apply what you have learned into your practice.

  • Attempt to immediately begin performing a functional nutrition exam on patients in your practice.
  • Reflect on the experience and share it on the Online Clinical Community Forum.

Learn how to access the general forum feed, clinical applications tasks and educator specific feeds. Review instructions here (pdf).

To access IFM's Online Clinical Community Forum, please sign in to the IFM website before joining the AFMCP Forum Community. Sign in now.



Forum FAQs
I need help troubleshooting my forum account, what should I do?

IFM uses the platform “Mighty Networks” for the Clinical Community Forum. Contact an IFM staff member at info@ifm.org as a resource to troubleshoot your account.

For additional questions, please visit the IFM Help Center. 

How do I tag an IFM moderator or fellow member on my post?

To have your post viewed directly by an IFM moderator or forum member, please add within the post an ‘@’ followed by the account name you wish to be notified.

I have a forum privacy concern who do I contact?

If a post, direct message, or any interaction on the forum does not comply with IFM's Code of Conduct please @IFM Admin on the post or for a more discrete option contact IFM using the following:

Email: info@ifm.org
Telephone: 1.800.228.0622

How do I download the Forum app?

You can download the app directly from the App Store or Google Play Store by searching for “Mighty Networks.” The iOS app is compatible for both iPhone and iPad, and the Android app is designed to work perfectly with your favorite Android device. Once the app is downloaded sign-in with the email and password you created originally though your forum invite email.

 

Sponsorship Directory 

Explore our AFMCP sponsors and their offerings in the Sponsorship Directory. Discover research, show specials, product catalogs, and more! Access the Sponsorship Directory within your course materials or select the button below.

Complimentary Laboratory Testing & Interpretation Program

As part of the AFMCP cohort, program participants receive a complimentary stool analysis lab test. IFM has partnered with Genova Diagnostics to offer participants this additional training opportunity. Please refer to Lab Kit handout (pdf) for information on license requirements and how to request the Collection Pack. 

Collection Packs will be available to request starting January 26, 2026
Last day to request a Collection Pack is February 23, 2026
Last day to ship (postmark) your Collection Pack is April 10, 2025

* Be sure to utilize the exclusive links provided in your lab test kit, as they are specifically designed for IFM lab request forms. Avoid visiting the general lab company website and utilizing a previously existing account or creating an account. 

Need assistance with placing your lab kit order? Take a look at our Lab Kit FAQ (pdf).

For Students, International, and Non-Licensed Degree Types

  • Genova Diagnostics is licensed by CLIA, the Federal agency regulating laboratories.
    Check with the lab to see if you qualify or have additional questions.
  • CLIA regulations require practitioners to have a licensure scope which allows them to order laboratory testing. Acceptable licenses in all 50 states include MD, DO, NP, PA and APRN.
  • Other practitioners may have the appropriate licensure scope within their state. 
    International: Partners should consult with lab representatives for availability of test kits in countries outside the US.

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Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact us at 800.228.0622 or info@ifm.org.
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