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RSPH Level 4 Award in Nutrition

Verner Wheelock Associates

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In Skipton ()

£ 775 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Intensive course

  • Level

    Advanced

  • Duration

    3 Days

The course aims to provide managers or health professionals with an in-depth knowledge of the practical application of diet and healthy eating. Suitable for: Health care professionals, nurses, community workers or those working in residential homes - Managers working in the hospitality or leisure industry - Product development and marketing managers working in the food industry- Individuals who can demonstrate a genuine interest in the subject and can fulfil the examination/entry requirements

About this course

All candidates must hold the RSPH Certificate in Nutrition and Health or have experience in a relevant subject.

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Subjects

  • Nutrition
  • Healthy Food

Teachers and trainers (2)

Dr Lisa Gatenby

Dr Lisa Gatenby

Course Tutor/Nutritionist

Lisa completed her PhD looking at packed lunches and school dinners, their nutritional content and putting this into context with food consumed throughout a full day. Prior to this Lisa completed a Masters of Medical Science in Human Nutrition at the University of Sheffield, having previously graduated with honours from Leeds Metropolitan University with a degree in Food Systems and Quality Management. Lisa has a practical background gained working within the hospitality industry as a chef and in food development with the food industry. She is a qualified and Registered Nutritionist.

Gill Hooper

Gill Hooper

Trainer

Gill is a Lecturer and Home Economist and has experience of working in schools and colleges teaching Nutrition and Food and practical cooking skills. She graduated with an honours degree in Home Economics from Leeds Polytechnic and has been teaching in further and higher education for 17 years. Gill’s main academic interests involve increasing children’s, young people and families’ knowledge of food, nutrition and health. She has worked with Lisa Gatenby on the Cooking Communities project.

Course programme

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Course Summary The course aims to provide managers or health professionals with an in-depth knowledge of the practical application of diet and healthy eating. It is suitable for the following groups:

  • Health care professionals, nurses, community workers or those working in residential homes
  • Managers working in the hospitality or leisure industry
  • Product development and marketing managers working in the food industry
  • Individuals who can demonstrate a genuine interest in the subject and can fulfil the examination/entry requirements
    Entry Requirements All candidates must hold the RIPH Certificate in Nutrition and Health or have experience in a relevant subject.
    Course Structure & Content This course has been redesigned in 2008 to make it more interactive and encourage participation and application of knowledge.
    Section 1: Applied Nutrition and Health Principles
  • Components of a Balanced Diet
  • Energy and Metabolism
  • Digestion and Assimilation
  • Weight Control and Exercise
  • Diet and Disease
  • Dietary Reference Values
  • Alternative Diets
  • Menu Planning
  • Trends in Healthy Eating
  • Advertising and Food Labelling

Section 2: Nutrition and Health in the Community

  • Detailed understanding of nutrition in infants, children, adolescents, during pregnancy and for older people
    Assessment The course is assessed through the completion of two exams and two assignments, covering the two sections of the course syllabus.

  • Your course fee includes:
  • Course binder and notes
  • Text book
  • Lunch and refreshments
  • Use of open learning materials
  • Distance learning support for assignments and exam preparation
  • RSPH examination fee and certificate

Additional information

Payment options: Including RSPH Examination

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