Nutrition and Weight Management

Overview:

In today’s world, qualified Nutritionists have extremely sought after. If you want to help people then this course is the perfect opportunity, study nutrition in depth during this Nutrition and Weight Management course. Once qualified you’ll assess and provide scientific evidence-based nutritional advice to improve the health and well-being of members of the public. You could work in partnership with food retailers, the National Health Service or with local authorities. Another possibility is to work with clients on a freelance basis, providing advice and guidance on how to manage weight and stay healthy. As you can see, there are plenty of options once you’ve completed this course, so begin your journey today.

Learning with Global Edulink has many advantages. The course material is delivered straight to you and can be adapted to fit in with your lifestyle. It is created by experts within the industry, meaning you are receiving accurate information, which is up-to-date and easy to understand.

This course is comprised of professionally narrated e-Learning modules, interactive quizzes, tests and exams. All delivered through a system that you will have access to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for 365 days (12 months). An effective support service and study materials will build your confidence to secure your qualification.

Who is it for?

This course is ideally suited to those who hope to work within nutrition and weight management, you don’t need to have any experience, just an interest in the subject.

Benefits you will gain:

• High-quality e-learning study materials and mock exams.
• Tutorials/materials from the industry leading experts.
• 24/7 Access to the Learning Portal.
• Benefit of applying NUS extra Discount Card.
• Recognised Accredited Qualification.
• Excellent customer service and administrative support.

Course Description:

This online training course is comprehensive and designed to cover the topics listed under the curriculum.

Course Curriculum

Fundamentals Of Nutrition

Planning A Healthy Diet

The Role Of Carbohydrates In Nutrition

Lipids In Human Nutrition

Understanding Protein's Role In Nutrition

Studying Water As A Nutrient

Explore Minerals In Nutrition

Understanding Symptoms Of Mineral Deficiency & Toxicity

Way Of Vitamins Support Nutrition

Digestion And Gastrointestinal Anatomy

Explaining Nutrient Digestion, Absorption & Transport

Applying Biochemistry For Nutrition

Metabolism And Cell Anatomy

Sweat And Excretion Urination

Energy Needs And Weight Management

Identifying Eating Disorders Risk To Nutrition

Nutrition And Physical Fitness

Method of Assessment:

At the end of the course, learners will also take an online multiple choice questions assessment test. This online multiple choice questions test is marked automatically so you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course.

Certification:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a certificate in Nutrition and Weight Management.

 Entry Requirements:

Learners must be age 16 or over and should have basic understanding of the English Language, numeracy, literacy and ICT.

Career Path:

• Dietitian
• Food scientist
• Health promotion specialist
• Health trainer
• Nutritional therapist