Nutritional Therapy Diploma
Course
Online
Description
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Type
Course
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Level
Intermediate
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Methodology
Online
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Class hours
260h
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Duration
Flexible
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Start date
Different dates available
Interested in completing a course in Nutritional Therapy? The Nutrition, Diploma concentrates on the development of a diet that can improve physical performance. The Nutritional Therapy course will give necessary skills required when advising people on their diet and nutritional needs. The Nutrition, Course also covers nutrients, digestive system, detoxification, food allergies and intolerances, diets for various populations, weight loss and control and other related topics.
Nutrition Diploma, is a comprehensive course. The course begins with an introduction to the important role nutrition and diet play in maintaining health. It further discusses the role nutrition plays in growth and development throughout our lives. The introductory units in the course discuss the three energy-yielding macronutrients - carbohydrates, proteins and lipids in detail and explain how these macronutrients help body to maintain numerous bodily functions such as growth and providing energy to carry out activities. Moving on the course discusses how various micronutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin E and selenium help prevent cell damage. Besides providing us an overview of the micronutrients the course also discusses the effects of their deficiency on our health.
Important information
Price for Emagister users: On course completion students can claim accredited certificate by paying £99 accreditation fee. Certificate postal charges will be £9.
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
There is no particular entry requirement. We do not ask for any previous qualification or experience. Students of all age and academic background can enrol on this course.
Reviews
Subjects
- Nutrition
- Dietetics
- Dietician
- Materials
- Diet and nutrition
- Diet food
- Diet Plan
- Weight loss
- Diet and nutrition control
- Dietetics and nutrition
- Nutritional Therapy
Teachers and trainers (1)
STS Tutor
Tutor
Course programme
Learning outcomes
On course completion the learner should be able to:
- Understand important role nutrition plays in maintaining health
- Understand what are macronutrients - carbohydrates, proteins and lipids
- Explore micronutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin E and selenium
- Investigate digestion, detoxification, the immune system and how diet and nutrition are linked with human disease.
- Identify the recommended daily allowances
- Explore health issues associated with poor diets
- Understand the nutritional needs of specific groups
- Identify food allergies and intolerances
- Gain a practical insight into effective weight management
- Identify effective strategies we can use to lose weight and maintain this weight loss
Course Syllabus
This Nutritional therapy Diploma consists of following units:
Unit 1 - An Overview of Nutrition
Unit 2 - Basics of Nutrition 1
Unit 3 - Basics of Nutrition 2
Unit 4 - Digestion and Detoxification
Unit 5 - Eating Disorders
Unit 6 - Balancing the Diet
Unit 7 - Principles of Healthy Eating
Unit 8 - Nutrition and the Immune System
Unit 9 - Diet and Disease
Unit 10 - Women’s Health
Unit 11 - Nutrition Requirement for Different People
Unit 12 - Weight Control Management
Unit 13 - Weight Loss Management
Unit 14 - Anti-ageing formulas
Unit 15 - The Role of a Nutritionist
Course Benefits:
- Full Tutor Support
- Self paced, no fixed schedules
- Available to students anywhere in the world
- 24/7 Access to the LMS ( Learning Management System )
- Easy to understand quality e-learning study materials
- The benefit of applying for NUS extra Discount Card.
Course Material
All course materials are included in the course price. All your study material will be available on our learning management system for which you will get access once you are enrolled. The material can be downloaded and printed as well.
Our distance learning course materials are specially written for home study and contain a wealth of knowledge in easy to understand language. We use variety of media to help you learn. Your course may use any of the following different media which you can use from home or where ever you choose to study:
- Online course materials
- Question papers
- Additional Supporting Material
- Useful Links
Course assessment
You will be continually assessed throughout the course. Your assignment will be marked by your tutor and independently moderated. The feedback on your assignment will then be sent to you. On receipt of this, you may wish to contact your tutor to discuss the feedback.
Tutor Support
When you enrol on a course with Staff Training Solutions you are allocated your personal tutor. Tutor’s help and support will be available throughout your studies with the college. He/she will assess your work and will provide you with regular feedback on your progress.
On course completion you will get 'Diploma in Diet & Nutrition Level 4
Nutritional Therapy Diploma