Join 200+ dietitians who've already taken this step... 

Imagine finally feeling confident counseling patients with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. 

The one who asks about a specific therapeutic diet. The one with strictures who wants to know what she can safely eat. The referral from a GI colleague who's trusting you with their patient.

You know nutrition plays a huge role in IBD. 

But with conflicting research, elimination diets, fiber confusion, and patient-specific variability... it's easy to second guess your recommendations.

You don't have to keep feeling that way. 

Your patients deserve clarity.
And you deserve to feel ready.

That's what this course delivers.

Whether you're already seeing IBD patients or want to feel more prepared when you do, this course helps you move beyond generic handouts and conflicting advice — so you can make recommendations that actually fit the person sitting in front of you.

Become the IBD dietitian your colleagues can't stop referring to.


✔️ Approved for 10.75 CEUs by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). 



SOUNDS EXCITING.

But right now...

❌ Your schedule is beyond packed.

❌ Taking another course feels like a lot.

❌ You don’t need more information — you need something you can actually use.

❌ It’s an investment. And it’s easy to tell yourself it can wait.


I get it.

You don’t need another random CEU, more articles to read or a longer to-do list.

You need a clear, practical way to approach IBD — and that’s exactly what this course provides.

Here's what students tell me:

✔️ They feel more confident managing IBD cases.

✔️ Referrals from GI providers are increasing.

✔️ They’re becoming the go-to resource for IBD nutrition in their communities.

✔️  They wish they'd taken it sooner.

This is the course so many dietitians have been waiting for.

Everything you need to become a confident, knowledgeable IBD dietitian — in one place.

  • The Confidence to See More IBD Patients

    Your new knowledge and ready-to-use toolkit will give you the confidence to see more patients, get better outcomes, and open doors to new professional opportunities.

  • The Answers Your Patients Have Been Searching For

    Your IBD patients come frustrated, overwhelmed, and full of questions no one has answered. After this course, you will.

  • A Deep Understanding of The Topics That Matter Most

    The gut microbiome, therapeutic diets, fiber myths, supplementation — you'll know exactly what the research says and how to translate it for your patients.

What's Included?

Here's a look at what's waiting for you inside the course:

  • 10.75 CDR-approved CEUs

  • 10 comprehensive modules covering everything from IBD basics to therapeutic diets, fiber, supplements, complications, and more

  • A ready-to-use IBD Nutrition Toolkit — patient handouts, food lists, a nutrition assessment form, and more

  • Real-life case scenarios to apply directly to your practice

  • Recommended research articles to deepen your knowledge

  • BONUS: The RDN's Ultimate Guide to Mediterranean-Style Eating for Patients with Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis ($19.99 value)

  • Lifetime access to all content and updates

Instructors

Meet Colleen & Ryan

IBD Nutrition Expert

Colleen Webb

Colleen Webb, RDN IBD Nutrition Expert Colleen is a registered dietitian with 15+ years of experience specializing in nutrition therapy for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. She created the nutrition education program at the Roberts Center for IBD at Weill Cornell Medicine and teaches graduate-level GI nutrition at New York University.

IBD Nutrition Expert

Ryan Warren

IBD Nutrition Expert Ryan is the clinical nutritionist at the Jill Roberts Center for IBD at Weill Cornell Medicine, where she also conducts nutrition-focused clinical research. She specializes in evidence-based nutrition counseling for complex GI conditions including Crohn's and ulcerative colitis.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

  • 2

    IBD Basics

  • 3

    Nutrition Assessment

  • 4

    The Fundamentals of Eating for IBD

  • 5

    Therapeutic IBD Diets

  • 6

    The Truth about Fiber

    • Introduction to Dietary Fiber & IBD

      FREE PREVIEW

    • Fiber Does Not Cause Flares

    • Different Types of Dietary Fiber

    • Eating Fruits, Vegetables & Other High Fiber Foods on a Low Fiber Diet

    • Low Fiber Handouts

    • Guidelines for Reintroducing High Fiber Foods (and Other Foods) to the Diet
  • 7

    Managing Complications

    • The J-Pouch & Pouchitis

    • Ileostomies

    • Stricturing Crohn's Disease
  • 8

    Supplements

    • Navigating the World of Supplements

    • Probiotics & IBD

    • Fiber supplements

    • Curcumin

    • Fish oil (omega-3)

    • Vitamin D

    • Misc. soothing supplements

  • 9

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Should I recommend my patients eat small, frequent meals?

    • Is Stevia OK for IBD?

    • What about nightshades?

    • What about alcohol and IBD?

    • Can stress worsen IBD?

    • Have a question?
  • 10

    Tool Kit

    • Nutrition Assessment Form

    • Common IBD Food Triggers

    • Common Micronutrient Deficiencies Handout in IBD

    • Low Fiber Handouts

    • eBook: The RDN's Ultimate Guide to Mediterranean-Style Eating for Patients with Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    • Crohn's Disease Exclusion Diet (CDED) Food Lists (Phases 1 and 2)

    • CDED Frequently Asked Questions

    • Specific Carb Diet (SCD): Breaking the Vicious Cycle™ Legal & Illegal List

    • Patient Resources for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD)

    • General IBD Resources for Practitioners and Patients

    • AGA Clinical Practice Update on Diet and Nutritional Therapies in Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Expert Review

    • ESPEN guideline on Clinical Nutrition in inflammatory bowel disease (Published 2023)

    • British Dietetic Association consensus guidelines on the nutritional assessment and dietary management of patients with IBD

    • Printable RDN’s Cheat Sheet to IBD Medications
  • 11

    The Final Chapter

    • Congrats + Next Steps!
  • 12

    Bibliography

Is the investment worth it?

For many dietitians, seeing just a few new IBD patients more than covers the cost of this course. 

And students tell me they finish this course excited — and ready — to see more IBD patients.

You're also walking away with:

  • 10.75 CDR-approved CEUs
  • A ready-to-use toolkit — patient handouts, food lists, a nutrition assessment form, and more — saving you hours of work
  • Lifetime access to all course content and updates
  • A bonus ebook ($19.99 value)

Both options include everything listed above.

Real Results from Real Dietitians

Hear from dietitians who've already taken this step.

A much needed course!

Kristin Cunningham, MHA, RD, LD & IBD Nutrition Expert

"This is a much needed course that fills a void in the world of IBD nutrition. The up-to-date blend of readings, videos, handouts and diagrams keeps the content fresh and meets many learning styles. New and seasoned dietitians will benefit from this course. Very well done!"

Outstanding Teacher!

Ellen Scherl, M.D. Gastroenterologist at the IBD Center at Weill Cornell Medicine

“Colleen is an expert on how to eat with Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. Since we began working together in 2011, I’ve seen significant improvements in our patients’ quality of life. She’s an outstanding teacher and appreciates the challenges associated with eating with IBD.”

So valuable! So needed!

Rachel Kelley, MS, RD

I found this course to be so valuable and such a necessary resource. I especially love all the patient-friendly resources and handouts. I’ve shared them with my patients and they love them. I’m so glad I will have lifetime access to this useful course. Thank you, Colleen and Ryan for all your hard work!

Tangible and practical resources!

Carrie Morowitz, RDN

This course is an excellent resource with practical, tangible tips RDs can use with patients, starting immediately. I especially enjoyed reading the journal articles and customized handouts included in this course. I look forward to applying my new knowledge and expertise. Thank you!

This course is amazing!

Alexis Fissinger RD, CDN

"Everything in this course is easy to understand and it gave so many practical tips for resources and providers. The visuals, handouts and toolkit are so valuable to me as a visual learner. I looked forward to completing each module and I look forward to reviewing them over and over again. Thank you so much for creating this. I know I will be able to provide better care to my pediatric IBD patients having taken this course."

I took 55 pages of notes!

Dawn Copperthite, RD, CDN

"I’ve been an RD for over 30 years and have always loved GI nutrition. I took this course to ensure I was up-to-date on IBD nutrition and equipped with the most accurate information. Since completing this course, I feel more empowered and confident to counsel IBD patients because I know I have the best information to educate my patients. I love how I can review the course and access its resources anytime I need a refresher (including 55 pages of notes!)."

Excellent tool, even here in the UK!

Clemmie Oliver, BSc (Hons), Dip ION, mBANT, CNHC

"This course is an excellent tool to help me support my IBD patients. Even though I completed it a while back, I still regularly refer to it as I’m working with patients. I really value this course and appreciate how Colleen and Ryan update the material as needed to reflect the most up-to-date information."

Taking this course is a no-brainer for those working with IBD patients

Anna Khesin, RD, CDN

"I didn't feel confident working with IBD patients because I lacked hands-on experience and up-to-date resources. After visiting Colleen's website, I knew I had to take this course to confidently help those with Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. Since building my IBD nutrition knowledge and applying the practical solutions provided in this course, my patients are feeling much better, eating more normally and enjoying a wider variety of foods. I highly recommend this course!"

If you want to effectively and responsibly work with IBD patients, you need to take this course!

Staci Shacter MS, RD, LDN

"I had a good foundation for working with IBD patients, but I felt uncertain about counseling patients with strictures and managing nutrient deficiencies. I wanted to take this course to fill in my knowledge gaps. Now, I feel a lot more comfortable and confident in my suggestions and my patients are feeling better."

Goes above and beyond any training course out there!

Danielle Staub, MS, RD, CDN

"This course is an excellent resource for RDNs. It goes above and beyond any training course out there and provides the most up-to-date research as it relates to IBD nutrition. The information is laid out clearly, concisely and includes valuable case studies and endless patient resources, which will help RDN’s put the information into practice. The experience the instructors bring to this course is invaluable. I absolutely loved this course and believe it will be a great tool for other RDNs looking to expand their knowledge in this area."

FAQ

  • Do I have to be a registered dietitian to take the course?

    No, this course is open to anyone who wants to learn more about nutrition therapy for IBD.

  • How long will I be able to access this course?

    You will have lifetime access to the course.

  • How many continuing education credits will I receive?

    Earn 10.75 continuing professional education units (CPEUs) approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

  • What if I have a question while reviewing the course?

    Terrific! We love questions and want to hear from you. Email us with questions. You’ll be able to access our contact information within the course.

  • How long does it take to complete the course?

    Most students complete the course in 10–12 hours, though this varies depending on your current knowledge base and whether you explore the recommended research articles. Since it's completely self-paced, you can work through it on your own schedule — a module at a time or all at once.

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