Diploma in Weight Management

It is ideal of existing therapists who wish to extend their skill base and the services they can offer, as well as brand new students looking for a rewarding and flexible career change
This course enables practitioners to work with others, teaching them how to lose weight and keep it off permanently
It is an extensive course which tackles the problems associated with weight gain in a robust and thorough fashion
It delves into the reasons why people become overweight and introduces practitioners to a diverse range of "eaters"
By the end of the course, you will have the confidence and the ability to design a diet for your various clients as well as deal with the difficulties associated with weight loss
The course also includes modules on how to start and run a successful business in weight loss and weight management
Course contents: Ongoing support from your personal tutor Access to research material which is continually updated Free membership of a peer support group – Guild for Smoking Cessation Specialists & Therapists Eligibility to join our Register of Stop Smoking Therapists An exciting new career and the satisfaction of knowing you’ll be performing a valuable service both to your clients and the community
Course contents: Module 1 – Categorisation of body weight Underweight Normal Overweight Obesity Morbid obesity Health conditions
Module 2 – Reasons why people are over weight Types of dieters Medical reasons for weight gain Medication that can increase weight gain Food as fuel fuel and beyond Categories of eaters Reasons for being over weight Motives for weight loss Why diets fail
Module 3 – Anatomy and Physiology The digestive system The endocrine system The nervous system The circulatory system The reproductive system The immune and lymphatic systems The Integumentary system The muscular system The urinary system The respiratory system The skeletal system
Module 4 Food composition Carbohydrates Simple sugars Starches and double sugars Fats Proteins Pulses, nuts and seeds What counts as 5 a day? What is a portion? Seasons Minerals Vitamins
Module 5 – Food labelling What do labels means? Country of origin Ingredient quantities Extending a food Allergens Sugar Check the label List of ingredients Sweeteners Ingredients
What is our daily recommended intake? E numbers, colours and preservatives Flavour enhancers Colour additives Preservatives Best before date and use by dates
Module 6 – Portion sizing and food diaries The food pyramid Servings Portion sizes Ways to cut down on portion sizes Food diary
Module 7 – Goal setting Measurements Weight loss chart Body shapes Motivation and rewards A few tips
Module 8 – Exercise part one Everyday exercise Why we need to exercise Watch out for the dangers Aerobic exercise Anaerobic exercise The many excuses of exercise
Module 9 – Exercise part two Swimming Weight lifting Cycling Boxing Walking Jogging Running Exercise classes Exercising with others
Module 10 – Specialist diets The Zone diet The Atkins diet The 5:2 diet Dukan diet Paleo diet South beach diet Slimming world diet Weight watchers Rosemary Conly Calorie counting diets The Glycaemic Index diet Low fat diet The Mediterranean diet
Module 11 – Meal replacement diets The Starvation diet Cambridge diet Lighter life The Cabbage soup diet Detox diets The Grapefruit diet Slim fast diet Celebrity slim
Module 12 – Tips for success Drinking tips Exercise tips The way you eat tips More food tips Other ways of losing weight tips
Module 13 – Creating diet plans How to create a diet plan Diet for vegetarians Hitting that plateau
Module 14 – Setting up your business How you look Large group sessions Setting up your stall How it works Private consultations Small group session Running the business Advertising The legal stuff Insurance What to charge Health and safety
This is a fully insurable Practitioner qualification
Please contact BGi in order to arrange cover or discuss your individual insurance needs
We have negotiated a special discount of £10 off the annual premium for all Athena students
How to enroll on this course: Course fees are £299 or you can spread the cost by making 3 payments of £100
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