Nutrition & Health (QCF) Certificate Level 2

Stonebridge Associated Colleges

NVQ

In Bude

£ 369 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    NVQ

  • Location

    Bude

Certificate in Nutrition & Health QCF Level 2 The level of obesity in adults and children continues to rise each year. The statistics are startling: World Health Organization experts predict that the vast majority of British people will be overweight by 2030.  75% of men and 66% of women will be officially fat by this date. Of those 33% of women 36% of men will be obese. It is estimated that illnesses associated with poor eating habits are already costing the NHS more than £500 million per year. We have all heard the old saying “you are what you eat.” and it still holds true. If you stick to a balanced healthy diet full of vitamins and minerals, then your body and appreciates it. You’ll feel stronger, healthier, more energised - better all round. Those who limit their diet to processed foods undoubtedly suffer the consequences of not giving their bodies what they need to thrive. Fatigue and low energy is not the only result, but poor health as well. Understanding the clear connection between your health and your diet may spur you to make better dietary decisions. What will you study on this nutrition course? Studying our nutrition course online will provide you with the principles of healthy eating and how diet is linked to health. You will also learn about: Nutritional needs of children; younger and older people Methods of weight management Special dietary requirements Barriers to healthy eating Types of eating disorders Who can enrol on our Nutrition and Health course? This qualification is ideal for a wide range of learners who are interested in improving their understanding of nutrition and healthy eating. Parents, carers, catering staff and students may find this qualification of particular benefit The great news is that no prior...

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Location

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Bude (Cornwall)
Stonebridge House, Ocean View Road, EX23 8ST

Start date

On request

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Nutrition

Course programme

Syllabus

Unit One: Explore principles of healthy eating (R/505/2204)

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand how diet is linked to health
  • Understand the components of a healthy diet
  • Know the nutrients in food and their role in maintaining health
  • Understand the principles of healthy food preparation

Unit Two: Consider nutritional needs of a variety of individuals (J/601/2535)

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Know the nutritional needs of children and young people
  • Know the nutritional needs of older people
  • Understand special dietary requirements
  • Understand barriers to healthy eating

Unit Three: Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet (M/601/2545)

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand food labelling
  • Understand food additives
  • Apply principles of healthy eating

Unit Four: The principles of management (L/505/2203)

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Know the risks associated with ineffective weight management
  • Understand how body image may influence weight management
  • Know about effective methods of weight management
  • Be able to plan a short-term weight management programme for an individual

Unit Five: Understanding eating disorders (M/503/0999)

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Know about different eating disorders.
  • Understand the connections between food and feelings.
  • Know how to access information and support relating to eating disorders.

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 98 hrs.

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