VTCT LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN NON-MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL ADVICE
Vocational qualification
In Leek
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Leek
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Duration
33 Weeks
The couse includes the following modules: VR02 - Support Health and Safety. VR74 - Support Employment Standards. VR61 - Provide Non-Medical Advice on Nutrition. VR159 - Use Consultation Skills with Clients for Nutritional Advice. All modules must be completed to gain the full qualification.
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About this course
The qualification is suitable for those employed in holistic, health, beauty and fitness therapies and others who wish to aquire knowledge of nutrition. No prior experience is necessary, but a general level of education comparable to GSCE pass grades and above is recommended and a qualificaion or experience in associated sectors.
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Course programme
NVQ Level 3
Introduction
This is a nationally recognised qualification awarded through VTCT (Vocational Training Charitable Trust).
Non-medical nutritional advice is that commonly given by holistic, health, beauty and fitness therapists. The course emphasises the non-medical nature of the advice given, restricting the age range of clients from 18- 70 and the referral to appropriate medically qualified professional when any abnormalities are encountered. Course Content
The couse includes the following modules
VR02 - Support Health and Safety
VR74 - Support Employment Standards
VR61 - Provide Non-Medical Advice on Nutrition
VR159 - Use Consultation Skills with Clients for Nutritional Advice
All modules must be completed to gain the full qualification.
Entry Requirements
The qualification is suitable for those employed in holistic, health, beauty and fitness therapies and others who wish to aquire knowledge of nutrition. No prior experience is necessary, but a general level of education comparable to GSCE pass grades and above is recommended and a qualificaion or experience in associated sectors.
Duration
The course is run as a part-time programme of study for 2 hours per week for 33 weeks.
Assessment
After the initial delivery of the units there will be continual assessment of the practical application of the theory on clients (case studies). There is also a series of assignments and homeworks to complete and a portfolio of evidence to produce.
Fees
Course fees are available at the main reception.
VTCT lifetime registration fee - £14.00
VTCT assessment book - £26.00
VTCT LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN NON-MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL ADVICE