International Campus
At the Pruimboom Institute International Campus, you can learn the latest in Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology no matter where you are in the world.
Our International Campus consolidates all our knowledge in English to facilitate the professional development of healthcare practitioners. By enrolling, you will benefit from full access to our library of resources, a team of professionals dedicated to helping you enhance your clinical practice, and the shared and constantly evolving knowledge of our growing community.
Master in Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology
Designed for health professionals, this postgraduate course and master’s degree explores the interconnections between the different body systems.
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The aim of this master’s course is to help clinicians incorporate clinical psychoneuroimmunology (KPNI) into their practice, in order to treat patients in a truly comprehensive way. This discipline empowers practitioners not only to identify the etiology but also to optimally influence “The black box” of the most complex syndromes. In addition, the master aims to provide a single concept for all types of preventable diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases and obesity.
As a KPNI therapist, you will have a background in psychology, neurology and immunology. It offers a unique evolutionary biology perspective of human phylogenesis and also a deep knowledge of a variety of science based nutritional, movement and lifestyle interventions. This broad integrative approach enables you to offer each of your patients a highly personalized and effective whole treatment approach.
KPNI is a translational medical discipline developed over three decades by Dr. Leo Pruimboom and his international teaching team.
As a KPNI therapist, you will have a background in psychology, neurology and immunology. It offers a unique evolutionary biology perspective of human phylogenesis and also a deep knowledge of a variety of science based nutritional, movement and lifestyle interventions. This broad integrative approach enables you to offer each of your patients a highly personalized and effective whole treatment approach.
KPNI is a translational medical discipline developed over three decades by Dr. Leo Pruimboom and his international teaching team.
You will receive the most up-to-date training in the field of clinical psychoneuroimmunology
You will be empowered to offer truly comprehensive care to your patients and clients, addressing not just the symptoms, but also the underlying causes of pathologies
You will become a fully accredited clinical psychoneuroimmunology therapist, with an internationally recognized master’s degree
Leo Pruimboom – Director of the Pruimboom Institute
The international campus offers 2 programs
The Postgraduate course in KPNI – Consists of 12 modules The Master in KPNI – Consists of 18 modules
1 Masterclass of the most up-to-date research is included every year
Dates: Modules 1-6
* Changes of dates and locations might still take place
Module | Dates | Location |
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1-2. Introduction & Evolutionary Medicine | 11-16 October 2024 | Online & Presencial -London |
3. Neuroendocrinology | 9-11 December 2024 | Online |
4. Immunology | 27-30 January 2025 | Online |
5. Pain, wound healing, resoleomics | 17-19 March 2025 | Online |
6. Organs I | 12-14 May 2025 | Online |
Pruimboom Institute is privileged to have a team composed of members representing the foremost experts in the field of KPNI clinical psychoneuroimmunology.
Dr. Leo Pruimboom
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Dr. Leo Pruimboom is the director of the Pruimboom Institute and Foundation.
He is the founder of KPNI, clinical psychoneuroimmunology, which he has been developing for over 3 decades. He is an internationally recognised researcher and lecturer and has spoken at over 200 congresses worldwide. Furthermore, he is also responsible for developing the Intermittent Living concept, written 6 books and chapters, and published over 35 research papers.
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Itziar Hernandez
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Itziar Hernandez holds a master’s degree in Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology and in currently doing a master in Personalized Nutrition. She is a lecturer and scientific director at PNI Europe where she takes part in the development of academic content. Previously, she was the CEO of her own practice and has worked as a clinical therapist for over 15 years.
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Tom Fox
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Tom Fox is movement scientist, naturopath and therapist in clinical psychoneuroimmunology. He is CEO of KPNI Germany, and also leads his own practice. He has (co)authored scientific publications and lectured on a range of topics related to KPNI.
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Martijn van Raamsdonk
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Martijn van Raamsdonk has a master`s degree both in Clinical psychoneuroimmunology and Manual therapy.
He is a renowned international lecturer and teacher for the Pruimboom Institute.
On top of that, Martijn is also an expert in elite sports, and has extensive experience working with both Olympic athletes and national teams.
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Daniel de la Serna
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Msc. Daniel de la Serna has both a Master’s in clinical psychoneuroimmunology and in Physical Anthropology- evolution and human variability. He is co-director of the Spanish Institute of Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology as well as an international lecturer and teacher in this field. Furthermore, Daniel works as an associate professor at IE University as part of the IE Center for Health, Well-Being and Happiness.
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Anyone is welcome to enroll in the program. However, to be eligible for the Master’s title in Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology accredited by the Pontifical University of Salamanca, you need a bachelor’s degree or completed college education in a study related to healthcare. Nonetheless, anyone else completing the training receives from PNI Europe the title “Therapist in Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology.
18 modules. There is approximatley a 6-8 week gap between each one, with a longer break over the summer. Each module consists of a three-day seminar and Q & A sessions. An additional three-day practical module is included in the third year.
The Postgraduate course covers 80 ECTS and the Master 90 ECTS
Pontifical University of Salamanca, Spain, Own Master 90 ECTS
50 students
Online, live virtual and in-person.
All teaching materials are offered in digital format. In each module, students will receive:
- A digital reference text supporting the topics covered in that module
- Digital didactic material
- Scientific articles
During the course you will have access to the private section of your campus website, where you can download all presentations, articles and supporting chapters. There is also a student auditorium (digital library) and an interactive forum.
It is mandatory to have attended 80% of the course to be able to access the exam.
At the end of each academic year, students will carry out a multiple-choice theoretical exam. The PNI 1 exam will take place in the first PNI 2 seminar and the PNI 2 exam will take place in the first PNI 3 seminar.
At the end of the third year, students must take both a final theory test and a practical exam through a consultation with a real patient.
Failure to pass the first and second exams does not disqualify you from enrolling in and attending the next course. In case of failing any exam, you will have two extra attempts. To be able to receive the Master’s degree, it is essential that you have passed all the exams.
Once you have passed the exams, the Master’s degree will be issued through the Pontifical University of Salamanca after payment of the corresponding fees.
Pruimboom Institute and its scientific committee are responsible for the development of the master’s programme; the members of the committee are continuously working on the program to include the latest discoveries and every three months there is a committee meeting to update the course content. The committee is made up of Prof. Dr. Marion Raab, Prof. Dr. Frits Muskiet, Tom Fox, Daniel de la Serna, Itziar Hernández, and Dr. Leo Pruimboom.
The master’s is taught by Pruimboom institute teachers and/or by teachers from Pruimboom Institute partners at the different campus. The University of Salamanca is in charge of granting the diplomas that certify the title of Master in Clinical Psychoneuroimmunology.
Please contact campus_international@pruimboominstitute.com for more information