Food Courses and Certifications

Stanford Introduction to Food and Health

47 reviews

Explore innovative strategies for healthier eating habits, distinguishing between beneficial and harmful foods, and rediscovering the importance of home cooking for improved well-being.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

• Best of All Time

Food Science and Nutrition: From the Farm to You

31 reviews

Follow food’s fascinating journey from the farm to your body and explore new food technologies and nutrition around the world.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

EIT Food;  Università di Torino

Food for Thought: The Relationship Between Food, Gut and Brain

9 reviews

The gut and brain are very closely linked. Explore how neurology, the microbiome and more interact to affect health.

• FutureLearn
• 5 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Nutrition and Health: Food Safety

210 reviews

Learn about bacteria, pesticides and health hazards present in food. This online course is offered as a MOOC which means that you can study at your own pace, at your own time and anywhere you want.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 6-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Food Sustainability, Mindful Eating, and Healthy Cooking

Improve health, protect the planet, and build a positive relationship with food through sustainable eating, mindful practices, and simple cooking techniques for a lifelong, health-promoting food journey.

• Coursera
• 13 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Rebuilding Our Relationship with Food

321 ratings at Coursera

Explore the science of food cravings, learn mindful eating and self-compassion, and develop strategies to rebuild a healthy relationship with food in our changing food environment.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Food and Our Environment

162 ratings at Coursera

This course is designed to help learners around the world become more sustainable eaters.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

The Science of Cooking

1 review

Explore the scientific principles behind cooking, from chemistry to physics to microbiology. Gain insights from top chefs and researchers to enhance your culinary skills and understanding of food science.

• edX
• 46 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• $747.00
• 2 courses

Introduction To Food & Health

3 reviews

Explore innovative strategies to address global health crises through practical approaches to healthy eating, nutritional practices, and overcoming barriers to sustainable dietary changes.

• edX
• 1 week, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Healthy and Sustainable Foods and Products

Explore sustainable consumption, healthy foods, life cycle assessment, and chemical impacts in products. Learn to evaluate and mitigate environmental and health effects of global production and consumption.

• Coursera
• 17 weeks, 5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Food Ethics

23 ratings at Coursera

Explore ethical theories and key issues in food production, distribution, and consumption. Examine animal welfare, worker rights, environmental impact, and food justice in the global industrial food system.

• Coursera
• 1 day 23 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Sustainable Food Systems

19 ratings at Coursera

Explore food systems through sustainability, production, nutrition, environment, economics, and technology. Gain insights into global challenges and potential solutions for a sustainable future.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Psychology, Biology and Politics of Food - Lecture 19

Explore the intricate connections between psychology, biology, and politics in relation to food systems and consumption patterns.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Psychology, Biology and Politics of Food - Lecture 2

Explore the complex interplay between psychology, biology, and politics in shaping our food choices and systems. Gain insights into the multifaceted nature of nutrition and eating behaviors.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Psychology, Biology and Politics of Food - Lecture 9

Explore the intricate connections between psychology, biology, and politics in relation to food systems and consumption patterns.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video