Weight Management Diploma Course

Module 1: Why is weight such an issue?

This introductory module examines the subject of weight problems and explores some of the reasons why this widespread concern is an issue for individuals, looking in particular at areas such
as; confusion and reasons for weight control.

Specific areas covered include:

• Confusion
• Why am I overweight?
• Reasons for weight control
• Why be a weight management consultant?

Module 2: Understanding eating disorders and food sensitivities

This module is focussed on the examination of recognised problematic relationships with food, in other words eating disorders and studies areas of relevance such as; Anorexia, Bulimia and binge eating.

Specific areas covered include:

• Anorexia nervosa
• Bulimia
• Men and eating disorders
• Binge eating
• Food allergies and intolerances

Module 3: Nutrition and health problems

This module studies specific health conditions, looking at how they affect, and are affected by weight gain, and examines areas of relevance such as; digestion, nutrition in pregnancy and
weight gain linked to injury.

Specific areas covered include:

• Digestion
• Health problems
• Normal weight, overweight and obese
• Nutrition in pregnancy
• Weight gain linked to injury

Module 4: Understanding food labels

This module looks specifically at food labels and examines the importance of taking note of the information provided on them in order to aid positive weight management, focussing on relevant
considerations, such as; sugar, dates, and preservatives.

Specific areas covered include:

• What is a food label?
• Sugar
• Ingredients
• Date
• E Numbers
• Sweeteners
• Flavour enhancers
• Colour additives
• Preservatives

Module 5: Food composition

This module considers what different types of food are made up of and looks at what they contain, focussing specifically on areas such as; carbohydrates, what counts as five a day the importance
of fruit and vegetables.

Specific areas covered include:

• Carbohydrates
• Proteins and amino acids
• What counts as five a day
• Why eat fruit and vegetables
• Saints and sinners

Module 6: Vitamins and minerals

This module teaches about the nutrients in food known as vitamins and minerals and details what food contains what, what different nutrients do and how they affect the body.

Specific areas covered include:

• Naturally occurring vitamins and what they do
• Macrominerals

Module 7: Index, portions, and diaries

This module promotes the understanding of the Body Mass Index and details various guidelines on how to calculate this for clients, BMI monitoring and the importance of portion control to maintain
the correct index for the specific individual.

Specific areas covered include:

• Conversion chart
• Calculating BMI
• Underweight, normal, overweight and obese
• Food pyramid
• Portion sizes
• Food diary

Module 8: Records, goals, and body shapes

This module advises on how best to keep track of a client’s progress. The materials contained predominantly examine; the production and usage of the record card, how to set goals and also teaching individuals to use weight loss charts.

Specific areas covered include:

• Measurements
• Weight loss charts
• Body shapes

Module 9: Excuses and reasons for weight gain

This module studies the array of excuses individuals use in an attempt to justify why they gain weight. The materials explore some of the most commonly used explanations and examines ways
in which you can respond in a positive way to challenge this reasoning and support individuals to make the right choices.

Specific areas covered include:

• Commonly used excuses for weight gain
• I am on another diet

Module 10: Diet types

This module is concerned with the various types of diets available and examines the specific benefits and pitfalls associated with different options in order to instil you with the knowledge on choosing what is best for your client’s needs.

Specific areas covered include:

• Starvation
• The changing patterns of diets
• Types of diets
• Glycemic index diet
• Calorie counting

Module 11: The benefits of exercise

This module looks at the importance of exercise with regards to weight management. The materials contained study why we need to be active and examines how exercise can be tailored to the individual to assist them with their weight loss goals and help them to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Specific areas covered include:

• Why do we need exercise
• Different types of exercises
• Exercising with others

Module 12: Everyday exercise

This module is an extension of module 11 in that it continues to explore the importance of exercise in helping to maintain a healthy weight. The materials contained here however look at more subtle ways in which exercise can be incorporated into everyday life, when other options such as attending a gym, for example, become a difficulty.

Specific areas covered include:

• Walking
• Housework
• Exercise in the office
• Toning exercises
• Waistline trimmer

Module 13: Creating a diet plan

This module focusses specifically on how to create a diet plan to suit the individual needs of your client, looking at a range of considerations, such as; different types of meal, snack considerations and hitting a plateau.

Specific areas covered include:

• Creating a diet plan
• Breakfast, dinner and tea
• Snack considerations
• Daily serving recommendations
• Vegetarian diets
• Hitting a plateau

Module 14:Business and making it work

This module considers weight management as a business, looking at how you can create and maintain your own company and manage your own clients. The materials contained looks at important considerations such as: legal aspects, sticking to a business plan and advertising.

Specific areas covered include:

• Why businesses fail
• Research
• Finances and budget
• Business plan
• Legalities
• Business location
• Advertising
• Day to day operations

Module 15: Diet tips and advice your clients will love

This concluding module adds to all the knowledge gained in the course so far by providing some final tips which you can teach your clients, to give them that final push in achieving their weight management goals.

Specific areas covered include:

• Eating slowly
• Fruit
• Don’t skip meals
• Increasing activity levels
• Blood sugar levels
• Moderation

Course Enrolment Fees

Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore the registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you. The enrolment fee for the Weight Management home study course is £425.00, though for a limited time we are offering you the opportunity to pay only £340 which is a 20% discount if you enrol online and pay in full.

You can also opt for our Easy Payment Plan and enrol online today by paying a deposit of £99.00 and then 4 equal payments of £81.50 per month. The first instalment is paid about a month after you receive your course.