RSPH Intermediate Certificate in Nutrition

Course

In Ventnor

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Ventnor

  • Duration

    4 Days

The qualification's learning outcomes cover a study of the role of nutrients, the nutritional value of different foods and diets, the effect of food processing and cooking on nutritional content and the effect of food on health. This is then applied to the process of menu and meal planning. Suitable for: Suitable for people working in catering and others who are in a position to promote healthy nutrition. It is relevant for employees of health-related companies, and for people working in the health, caring or teaching professions that might have a role in the promotion of healthy eating or the preparation of meals, menus and diets.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Ventnor (Isle of Wight)
2 Spring Cottages Rectory Road Niton, P038 2DL

Start date

On request

About this course

Candidates need to hold the Foundation Certificate in Nutrition or equivalent.

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Course programme

The qualification is divided into two units (nutrients & food commodities and application to diet) valued at one unit each.

Unit 1: Nutrients and Food Commodities
To achieve this unit a candidate must:

  • Outline the absorption, utilisation and role of nutrients
  • Review the nutrient composition of foods

Unit 2: Application to Diet To achieve this unit a candidate must:

  • Explain the importance of a balanced diet
  • Apply the principles of nutrition and food hygiene to catering

Assessment method: 1 examination consisting of two papers each of one hour’s duration (set dates during the year)

QCA Accredited: Yes

Suggested progression on completion:RSPH Advanced Diploma in Nutrition/ RIPH Diploma in Nutrition & Health

RSPH Intermediate Certificate in Nutrition

Price on request