Health and Nutrition

Description

This qualification is designed for a wide range of learners with some existing knowledge of this area who are interested in improving their understanding of nutrition and health.

Please note that whilst the course is free, there is a £50 withdrawal fee if you choose to withdraw from the course.

This qualification aims to:

  • Increase understanding of the principles of healthy eating and the role of food in maintaining health
  • Increase confidence in planning and achieving a healthy diet
  • Provide an understanding of how an individual’s dietary requirements change throughout their life
  • Provide an understanding of food labelling and the ability to use information from food labels
  • Provide information on eating disorders
  • Increase understanding of the role of a healthy diet for weight management
  • Increase understanding of the principles of food safety in a home environment

Awarding Body: NCFE
This is an online course. You will receive your own study pack, alongside a specialist tutor who will guide you through your studies. Your study pack includes a set of high-quality knowledge workbooks that are designed to help you learn independently through a range of reflective activities. You will also receive an online assessment account (e-assessor) where you will document your evidence.

To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health, learners are required to successfully complete 6 mandatory units:

  • Unit 01: Explore principles of healthy eating
  • Unit 02: Consider nutritional needs of a variety of individuals
  • Unit 03: Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet
  • Unit 04: The principles of weight management
  • Unit 05: Understanding eating disorders
  • Unit 06: Principles of food safety for the home environment

Course Length
9 weeks (although you can complete more quickly if you wish)

Attendance

This course is part of our online learning offer, and you will primarily study at home. Regular drop-in workshops are available, facilitated by a specialist tutor. We encourage attendance at the drop-in sessions for support, reassurance and knowledge building.

You will receive submission dates for all units.

If you require additional support, regular tutorials can be arranged.

You could progress onto other Online Learning programmes such as:

  • Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
  • Level 2 qualifications in Hospitality and Catering

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