Build the Business You've Been Dreaming Of

This Dietitian Entrepreneur Foundation Course walks you through the exact foundational steps you need to take to set up and confidently launch your business.

I've been working with dietitians and clinicians for years. A consistent theme I continued to hear: people were feeling overwhelmed, lost, stuck, and wanting to know how to "do it right" when it comes to starting a business.

This course helps to shorten your learning curve and increase your confidence so that you can start a nutrition business today.

WHAT YOU GET WHEN YOU ENROLL:

  • 9 Modules

    With over 20 video presentations that walk you through the exact steps to get your nutrition business off the ground

  • 8 Workbooks

    With 40+ worksheets to help you brainstorm, plan and take actionable steps

  • 25+ Templates, Infosheets, and Resources

    Editable and ready for you to use right away

  • 35.75 CEU's

    Available for Registered Dietitians (including 1 CEU Ethics Credit) from the CDR

  • Bonus AI Training

    A series of 3 presentations by an AI expert and 1 panel discussion, all designed to help you learn how to leverage AI tools in your business, legally and ethically.

  • Each module includes:

    Both video and audio presentation forms. Closed captions are available on every video. The presentation slides (available to download). Transcripts of every video (available to download).

  • Every aspect is designed to increase your knowledge and your confidence in business skills.

Included Bonus:

  • You also get lifetime access to my Nutrition Entrepreneur Starter Kit ($97 value) which includes downloadable, editable essentials for starting, developing, and growing a nutrition business.

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One time payment: $347 or Payment Plan: $87/month x 4 months

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Extended Payment Plans & Equity Pricing Options are available.

In the spirit of creating economic justice, we offer equity pricing for people from marginalized communities and those experiencing financial hardship. We also offer extended payment plans. 

Please email [email protected] if you would like equity pricing or an extended payment plan.

WHAT OTHER CLINICIANS ARE SAYING

Tiffany Ong, RDN, CDN

FOUNDER, TIFFANY ONG NUTRITION

"I enrolled in the Foundation Course because I was beginning my private practice and didn't know where to start or what to do. The Foundation Course took me step by step through everything I needed in order to start my business! The course provided all forms I needed so that I had a clear direction to go when new clients signed up. As I implemented what I learned in the Foundation Course, I got 4 new clients within my first 3 months! I would recommend this to any new dietitians looking to build their dream career in private practice, especially those who just came out of the internship with no clear guidance."

Sherri Pearson, MS, RD, LN

FOUNDER, WELLNESS REIMAGINED

"When I signed up for the Foundation Course, I had a few pieces in place but needed more direction in starting my own business. The course provided a structured path to follow to start a business. I liked that all the modules were broken up into small, manageable chuncks so I could go through and make plans for my own business as I was doing each section. The modules on marketing and pricing were so helpful - I was able to figure out exactly who my avatar was and I have a much clearer direction to improve my website. All the forms and resources Alissa provided were really useful as well and I’ve been referring back to the notes and information provided throughout the past year to keep me on track. I recommend this to any dietitian who wants to start their own business."

Andrea Kendrick, RD, LDN, CLT

OWNER OF ANDREA KENDRICK, RD, LLC AND ASSOCIATES

"I have been in private practice for 10 years. I stumbled into it immediately after my internship while also working other RD jobs (one in clinical nutrition and another in wellness). Due to my lack of focus I made all the mistakes. In 2020 I found myself completely overwhelmed. I have 4 small children under the age of 7. I had heard Alissa speak at FNCE - she was encouraging private practice owners to niche. I hated the idea and ignored it for several years. I took this course to step back from my business, finally establish my niche, rebrand, and make my practice something that is sustainable for me and my family. So I can help my ideal client while not pulling precious time from my family. I am taking this next 6 months to slowly implement what Alissa taught. I may not be the typical attendee that Alissa thought when creating this course but I found this course extremely beneficial and I am excited for the future of my practice."

Califia

CALIFORNIA

"Don't hesitate - sign up for this course the moment you are even considering starting a business. I waited months and wasted many, many hours trying to find information and figure things out on my own. But you don't need to do that because Alissa has done all of that for you! She is extremely clear in her explanations and I felt like I could follow along, even when the concepts were totally new to me. This took my business in a radically new direction, and I feel optimistic and positive instead of stressed and scared. I feel so much more confident about how to move forward by leaning into my strengths and interest. Cannot recommend this enough!"

MEET YOUR FACILITATOR

Hi, I'm Alissa Rumsey (she/her), a dietitian, nutrition therapist, intuitive eating counselor, and the author of Unapologetic Eating.


I've been a dietitian for over 16 years and a business owner for the past ten years. I've been working as a business coach and clinical supervisor/consultant for other dietitians and clinicians since 2017.

I've been working with dietitian entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs for years. A consistent theme I see is people feeling overwhelmed, lost, stuck, and wanting to know how to "do it right". 

I created this Foundation Course so that you can take immediate action in setting up and launching your own business. 

I want to help shorten your learning curve and increase your confidence so that you can start your business now.

LEARN MORE ABOUT ALISSA

I am passionate about supporting dietitians and clinicians so that you can confidently start and grow your business, and deepen your counseling skills, while also taking care of yourself. 

I started working as a business coach for dietitians and clinicians in 2017 when I founded the Dietitian Entrepreneur Mastermind Retreat, a three-day in-person workshop designed to help nutrition professionals start and grow their businesses. From 2017 to 2020, I hosted over a dozen of these sold-out Retreats in New York City, attended by clinicians worldwide. 

When the pandemic struck, more clinicians than ever were looking for support to start their businesses. I took my popular Aspiring Entrepreneurs Retreat online and created the Dietitian Entrepreneur Foundation Course, as an online training program that teaches clinicians how to set up and launch their nutrition business.

I am also the founder and lead facilitator of The Liberated Clinician, a group coaching experience for clinicians who want to build a weight-inclusive business from a justice-informed lens, and deepen their counseling skills, while prioritizing taking care of themselves, so that they can confidently show up for their clients. 

I love to work with other health professionals so that we can challenge the 'status quo' in nutrition care and in business. Let's reframe what is possible as clinicians – and do it together.

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One time payment: $347 or Payment Plan: $87/month x 3 months

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What You Get When You Enroll:

  • 9 Modules

    With over 20 video presentations that walk you through the exact steps to get your nutrition business off the ground. Designed to increase your knowledge and confidence.

  • 8 Workbooks

    With over 40 worksheets to help you brainstorm, plan, and take actionable steps.

  • 25+ Templates, Infosheets, and Resources

    Editable and ready for you to use right away.

  • 35.75 CEU's

    For Registered Dietitians (including 1 CEU Ethics Credit) from the CDR

BONUS

You also get lifetime access to my Nutrition Entrepreneur Starter Kit ($97 value) which includes downloadable, editable essentials for starting, developing, and growing a nutrition business.

The Nutrition Entrepreneur Starter Kit includes a Google Drive folder full of done-for-you templates, client forms, contracts, etc. – all available for you to download, edit, and use.

Simply add your logo and contact information and they are ready to use for your business. You will receive templates, worksheets, spreadsheets, sample contracts, client forms, online resources, and more.

  • Client intake forms
  • Cancellation and payment policy examples
  • Superbill templates
  • Expense tracking spreadsheet
  • Sample consulting contracts
  • HIPAA documentation forms
  • and more!

HERE'S WHAT THE FOUNDATION COURSE COVERS

    1. Welcome to the Dietitian Entrepreneur Foundation Course!

    2. About Your Instructor - Alissa Rumsey, MS, RD, CDN , CSCS

    3. Walkthrough of the Thinkific Course Platform

    4. How to Access Course Workbooks and Worksheets

    5. Vision Planning and Strength Worksheets

    6. Vision Planning - PDF

    7. Identifying Your Strengths - PDF

    1. Presentation: Module 1 - Business Foundations

    2. Module 1 Workbook: Business Foundations

    3. Module 1 Workbook - PDF

    1. Presentation: Building Your Confidence

    2. Presentation: Goal Setting

    3. Presentation: Time Management

    4. Module 2 Workbook: Goal Setting, Time Management, and Confidence

    5. Module 2 Workbook - PDF

    1. Presentation: Setting Up Your Business Part 1

    2. Presentation: Setting Up Your Business Part 2

    3. Module 3 Workbook: Setting Up Your Business

    4. Module 3 Workbook - PDF

    5. Client Forms and Practice Policies - Google Doc Format

    6. HIPAA Resources

    1. Presentation: Building a Virtual Business

    2. Module 4 Workbook and Infosheets

    3. Module 4 Workbook - PDF

    4. Telehealth and State Licensing Laws Infosheet - PDF

    5. Virtual Counseling Resources

    6. Online Program Resources

    1. Presentation: Crafting Your Offer

    2. Presentation: Setting Your Rates and Fees

    3. Presentation: How To Confidently Sell Your Services

    4. Module 5 Workbook and Infosheets

    5. Module 5 Workbook - PDF

    6. Insurance Credentialing Infosheet - PDF

    7. Discovery Call Template - PDF

    8. Examples Responses to Requests for Free Work

    9. The Art of the Follow-up Email

About this course

  • $347.00
  • 67 lessons
  • 15.5 hours of video content

You’ll have access to the course material for two full years from the time you purchase it, including any course updates that are made during that time.


The course is self-paced, so you can go through the material as quickly or as slowly as you need to.

While it varies person-to-person, generally each module takes between two to four hours to complete, including watching the video presentations and completing the workbooks.

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One Payment: $347 or Payment Plan: $87/month x 3 months

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WHAT OTHER CLINICIANS ARE SAYING

Emma Johnson, MS, RDN, LDN

OWNER OF EMMA JOHNSON NUTRITIONIST LLC

"Before taking this course, I had no idea where or how to start a private practice. I knew I needed the foundational pieces before I took a deep dive into entrepreneurship. I purchased other programs, but they weren't specifically geared towards RD's. I needed someone in the same profession who understands the in's and out's of marketing techniques, ideal client, website startup, client engagement, productivity tips, and more. Not to mention, it's so AFFORDABLE! I would highly recommend this course to fellow RD's who wants to start or are stuck with their business goals. It was user friendly, easily accessible, and self-paced with action steps for each module to keep you engaged and motivated to press forward. This course took away the fear and 'imposter syndrome' and gave me the confidence to start my brand!"

Emily Zorn, MS, RD

OWNER OF EMILY RD NUTRITION COACHING

"I was starting my nutrition coaching business and didn't know where to begin. This course gave me tons of information to work with. I learned a lot about the back-end of running a business, like SEO and HIPAA compliance. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to start a business but doesn't know where to begin. It helped me get going and I can grow from here."

Kaitlyn Pscodna, RDN, LDN

OWNER OF KAITLYN PSCODNA, LLC, MINNEAPOLIS, MN

"Even though I had an established private practice, I signed up for the Foundations course because I felt that it needed a reboot. There were so many things that I learned that I wish I would've known when I first started my business, and many other things that I have implemented since taking the course. I wanted to learn from someone who has had their own success. Alissa is a wonderful presenter and makes all of the information easy to digest. The course helped me choose the best strategies to market myself productively while still being organic, which will help me generate more referrals and grow my business. I recommend this course to all dietitians and entrepreneurs."

Rivera, MS, RDN, CDN

NEW YORK, NY

"I was brand new to private practice and I wanted to have a structured roadmap designed by someone who has been through it and knows what we need. The Foundation Course was the jumpstart I needed to select a niche, craft my service and digital product(s), price my services, and register my business. The course provided a generous number of resources, and podcasts and articles that were exactly what new dietitians who don't have a business mindset or experience need."

Dietitian Entrepreneur Foundation Course

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How long will I be able to access the materials for?

    You will have access to the course materials for 2 full years after the purchase date. This includes access to any course updates and additions that are made during this time.

  • Will I be able to take breaks between the sections of the course?

    Absolutely! The course is self-paced, so you can go as quickly or as slowly as is comfortable for you.

  • How much time does it take to complete the course?

    It depends on the pace you go at. We estimate that each module can take about 3-4 hours to complete, including watching the video presentations and completing the workbooks.

  • Are there any payment plans or equity pricing opportunities?

    In the spirit of creating economic justice, we offer equity pricing for people from marginalized communities and those experiencing financial hardship. We also offer extended payment plans. Please email [email protected] if you would like equity pricing or an extended payment plan.

  • How up-to-date is the course material?

    The Foundation Course was originally created in 2020 and completely revamped in November 2023, with all course content - including presentations, workbooks, and templates - updated and re-recorded at that time. We continue to add more content and make updates several times a year. New as of Fall 2025: bonus AI training module - what is AI, how to use AI tools in your business, AI charting tools, and more!