Peptide Overview Course for Health Care Practitioners
Who is this course for?
This peptide overview course is designed for therapists, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the role of peptides in health, wellness, and potential therapeutic applications. It provides a comprehensive overview for those seeking to expand their knowledge in this rapidly evolving field.
As a therapist…
Gain valuable insights into how peptides can be utilized to support various physiological processes, enhance patient outcomes, and offer innovative treatment strategies. This course will provide a foundation for incorporating peptide therapies into your practice.
Learn about…
- The history and classification of peptides
- The mechanisms of action of different peptides
- The potential therapeutic applications of peptides in various fields
- The safety and efficacy of peptide therapies
- The role of peptides in hormone regulation, immune function, and cellular health
- Specific peptides and their uses, including GLP-1s, BPC-157, TB-4, Thymosin Alpha One, and more.
This course is for you if you are you looking to…
Gain a foundational understanding of peptides and their role in the body, explore the potential therapeutic applications of peptides and learn about the safety and efficacy of peptide therapies.
Your instructor Justin will discuss…
- The basics of peptides, including their structure, function, and classification.
- Pharmaceutical peptides, including GLP-1s and their role in diabetes and obesity management.
- Research peptides and their potential applications in immune and healing processes.
- Hormone and brain peptides, including their effects on growth hormone release and cognitive function.
- Peptide bioregulators and their role in modulating biological processes.
- Sexual health peptides and their effects on hormones, blood flow, and emotional connections.
- Reviews of all peptides discussed.
Do you need CEU credits but can’t find the time to go to a class?
Let online education help you out!
Learn at your own pace, in your ideal environment!
You’re a busy professional. You need to balance your career, home life and find time to continue your education.
As long as you have Internet access you can access the course from anywhere.
Advance your career in areas of focused study, geared towards your personal learning goals.
Becoming an expert takes time. It takes continuous study and practice. When you gain knowledge you are advancing your professional career. Online learning gives you the opportunity to focus on the skills you need.
Find topics that you enjoy.
Select topics that interest you. Topics that you find fascinating. Online distance learning allows you to find topics that might not be available locally.
Learn at your own pace.
Everyone has their own rhythm. Some people only need to hear a lecture once and take perfect notes, while others might need to listen more than once. Online learning gives you the option to repeat a lecture for maximum affect.
Are there Continuing Education Units (CEU)?
Athletic Trainers:
Structure and Function Education (BOC AP# P10069) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers. This program is approved for a maximum of 6 Category A CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
Physical Therapists:
Texas Physical Therapy Association: Accredited Provider (APS#: 2606064TX); valid 7/1/23 to 6/30/26. This approval includes Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants. Approved for a maximum of 6 CCU’s.
Chiropractors:
Structure and Function Education is a PACE Recognized Provider. This course is designated for 6 Continuing Education Units.
PACE is a division of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, and serves Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington and Wyoming
Full Course description
This comprehensive online course provides a thorough introduction to the world of peptides. Covering a wide range of topics, from the basics of peptide structure and function to their therapeutic applications in various fields, this course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate this exciting and rapidly evolving area. Each module explores specific types of peptides, including pharmaceutical peptides, research peptides, hormone and brain peptides, peptide bioregulators, and sexual health peptides.
What will you learn as a student in this Course?
- Understand the structure, function, and classification of peptides.
- Identify different types of peptides and their mechanisms of action.
- Explore the therapeutic applications of peptides in various fields, including diabetes, obesity, immune function, and sexual health.
- Evaluate the safety and efficacy of peptide therapies.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest research and developments in the field of peptides.
- Incorporate peptide therapies into your practice or personal wellness routine.
What’s included in this course?
- 6 lessons including 2.5 hours of video lectures.
- A complete downloadable transcript for you to follow along.
- 17 article readings.
- Course completion quiz
Reading materials
All reading materials are downloaded through PubMed free PMC.
- Wang L, Wang N, Zhang W, Cheng X, Yan Z, Shao G, Wang X, Wang R, Fu C. Therapeutic peptides: current applications and future directions. Signal Transduct Target Ther. 2022 Feb 14;7(1):48. doi: 10.1038/s41392-022-00904-4. PMID: 35165272; PMCID: PMC8844085.
- Zheng B, Wang X, Guo M, Tzeng CM. Therapeutic Peptides: Recent Advances in Discovery, Synthesis, and Clinical Translation. Int J Mol Sci. 2025 May 27;26(11):5131. doi: 10.3390/ijms26115131. PMID: 40507941; PMCID: PMC12154100.
- Forzano I, Varzideh F, Avvisato R, Jankauskas SS, Mone P, Santulli G. Tirzepatide: A Systematic Update. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Nov 23;23(23):14631. doi: 10.3390/ijms232314631. PMID: 36498958; PMCID: PMC9741068.
- Taktaz F, Fontanella RA, Scisciola L, Pesapane A, Basilicata MG, Ghosh P, Franzese M, Tortorella G, Puocci A, Vietri MT, Capuano A, Paolisso G, Barbieri M. Bridging the gap between GLP1-receptor agonists and cardiovascular outcomes: evidence for the role of tirzepatide. Cardiovasc Diabetol. 2024 Jul 10;23(1):242. doi: 10.1186/s12933-024-02319-7. PMID: 38987789; PMCID: PMC11238498.
- Knudsen LB, Lau J. The Discovery and Development of Liraglutide and Semaglutide. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2019 Apr 12;10:155. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2019.00155. PMID: 31031702; PMCID: PMC6474072.
- Bergmann NC, Davies MJ, Lingvay I, Knop FK. Semaglutide for the treatment of overweight and obesity: A review. Diabetes Obes Metab. 2023 Jan;25(1):18-35. doi: 10.1111/dom.14863. Epub 2022 Oct 18. PMID: 36254579; PMCID: PMC10092086.
- Józwiak M, Bauer M, Kamysz W, Kleczkowska P. Multifunctionality and Possible Medical Application of the BPC 157 Peptide—Literature and Patent Review. Pharmaceuticals. 2025; 18(2):185. https://doi.org/10.3390/ph18020185
- Xing Y, Ye Y, Zuo H, Li Y. Progress on the Function and Application of Thymosin β4. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2021 Dec 21;12:767785. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2021.767785. PMID: 34992578; PMCID: PMC8724243.
- Dominari A, Hathaway Iii D, Pandav K, Matos W, Biswas S, Reddy G, Thevuthasan S, Khan MA, Mathew A, Makkar SS, Zaidi M, Fahem MMM, Beas R, Castaneda V, Paul T, Halpern J, Baralt D. Thymosin alpha 1: A comprehensive review of the literature. World J Virol. 2020 Dec 15;9(5):67-78. doi: 10.5501/wjv.v9.i5.67. PMID: 33362999; PMCID: PMC7747025.
- Xiao B, Xu Z, Viennois E, Zhang Y, Zhang Z, Zhang M, Han MK, Kang Y, Merlin D. Orally Targeted Delivery of Tripeptide KPV via Hyaluronic Acid-Functionalized Nanoparticles Efficiently Alleviates Ulcerative Colitis. Mol Ther. 2017 Jul 5;25(7):1628-1640. doi: 10.1016/j.ymthe.2016.11.020. Epub 2017 Jan 28. PMID: 28143741; PMCID: PMC5498804.
- Pollard, B. J.1; Pomfrett, C. J. D.2. Delta sleep-inducing peptide. European Journal of Anaesthesiology 18(7):p 419-422, July 2001.
- Anderson LJ, Tamayose JM, Garcia JM. Use of growth hormone, IGF-I, and insulin for anabolic purpose: Pharmacological basis, methods of detection, and adverse effects. Mol Cell Endocrinol. 2018 Mar 15;464:65-74. doi: 10.1016/j.mce.2017.06.010. Epub 2017 Jun 9. PMID: 28606865; PMCID: PMC5723243.
- Lake JE, La K, Erlandson KM, Adrian S, Yenokyan G, Scherzinger A, Dubé MP, Stanley T, Grinspoon S, Falutz J, Mamputu JC, Marsolais C, McComsey GA, Brown TT. Tesamorelin improves fat quality independent of changes in fat quantity. AIDS. 2021 Jul 15;35(9):1395-1402. doi: 10.1097/QAD.0000000000002897. PMID: 33756511; PMCID: PMC8243807.
- Araj SK, Brzezik J, Mądra-Gackowska K, Szeleszczuk Ł. Overview of Epitalon-Highly Bioactive Pineal Tetrapeptide with Promising Properties. Int J Mol Sci. 2025 Mar 17;26(6):2691. doi: 10.3390/ijms26062691. PMID: 40141333; PMCID: PMC11943447.
- Avolio F, Martinotti S, Khavinson VK, Esposito JE, Giambuzzi G, Marino A, Mironova E, Pulcini R, Robuffo I, Bologna G, Simeone P, Lanuti P, Guarnieri S, Trofimova S, Procopio AD, Toniato E. Peptides Regulating Proliferative Activity and Inflammatory Pathways in the Monocyte/Macrophage THP-1 Cell Line. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Mar 25;23(7):3607. doi: 10.3390/ijms23073607. PMID: 35408963; PMCID: PMC8999041.
- Edinoff AN, Sanders NM, Lewis KB, Apgar TL, Cornett EM, Kaye AM, Kaye AD. Bremelanotide for Treatment of Female Hypoactive Sexual Desire. Neurol Int. 2022 Jan 4;14(1):75-88. doi: 10.3390/neurolint14010006. PMID: 35076581; PMCID: PMC8788464.
- Clayton AH, Althof SE, Kingsberg S, DeRogatis LR, Kroll R, Goldstein I, Kaminetsky J, Spana C, Lucas J, Jordan R, Portman DJ. Bremelanotide for female sexual dysfunctions in premenopausal women: a randomized, placebo-controlled dose-finding trial. Womens Health (Lond). 2016 Jun;12(3):325-37. doi: 10.2217/whe-2016-0018. Epub 2016 May 16. PMID: 27181790; PMCID: PMC5384512.
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Meet Your Instructor(s)
Justin Hildebrand
Justin Hildebrand is the co-owner of NXT Rehab & Wellness and IV Nutrition -Liberty in the Kansas City Metro Area. He graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic College with his Doctorate of Chiropractic and currently is adjunct faculty instructing palpation and manipulation courses. Dr. Hildebrand is board certified and licensed Chiropractor in Kansas and Missouri.
Justin works as a sports and orthopedic chiropractor seeing runners, triathletes, and powerlifters of all levels. He previously was the chiropractor for the Missouri Comets professional indoor soccer team and for the 2x NWSL Champion FC Kansas City female soccer team. Dr. Hildebrand works with and instructs for chiropractic state organizations on orthopedic and assessment strategies.
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If you want to improve your understanding of peptides and their therapeutic potential, then this course is for you.
Peptide Overview Course for Health Care Practitioners
This peptide overview course is designed for therapists, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the role of peptides in health, wellness, and potential therapeutic applications. It provides a comprehensive overview for those seeking to expand their knowledge in this rapidly evolving field.
Course Provider: Organization
Course Provider Name: Structure & Function Education®
Course Provider URL: https://structureandfunction.net/peptide-overview-course-for-health-care-practitioners/
Course Mode: Online
Course Workload: PT6H
Duration: PT6H
Repeat Count: 1
Repeat Frequency: Daily
Course Type: Paid
Course Currency: USD
Course Price: 300.00
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