Understanding Eating Disorders

Understanding Eating Disorders

Objectives:
After studying this course, students will be able to:
 
      Have an understanding of Eating Disorders
 
      Understand possible causes
 
      Have Knowledge of the different treatments available
 
      List sources of help and advice in a range of situations
 
      A clear understanding of how to work with these complex conditions
 
Student Profile:
This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of working with Eating Disorders and the basic skills required to work with such complex conditions. No prior knowledge is required
Study Method:
The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home.  Students receive course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support. There are no deadlines for assigments however you must complete the full course within 12 months from the date you received it.
Qualification:
OCN Level 2 qualification with 6 Learning Credits.
OCN Information
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As a learner on an OCN approved course you are entitled to earn credits for the work that you do. For each successful course you complete, you will be awarded a certificate detailing the number of credits you have achieved.
You can then use your credits to move to a higher level of learning, or to prove to an employer or anyone else that you have obtained new skills and knowledge. OCN credits are generally accepted as a means of entry to further study by Further and Higher Education providers and by a larger number of employers and trainers.
You can use your credits to demonstrate your achievements and prove that you have knowledge and skills in a wide range of subjects. Depending on which level of course you take, you can use the credits to progress onto other courses.
Assessments:
Assessment takes the form of a series of tutor marked assignments plus one extended essay, there is no word count for these assignments however you do have to prove to your tutor that you have fully understood the question asked.