Diet And Nutrition Award

Course details

Diet and Nutrition
Course Benefits
Enjoyment, accessibility and flexibility underpin every course we offer. Along with a quick and easy enrolment process, we provide every learner with a series of additional benefits including:
The ability to study when you like, where you like and at any speed you like. No deadlines and no time-restrictions imposed for unbeatable flexibility.
Your personally-assigned tutor can be contacted at any time for help and support, along with the provision of feedback after submitting your assignments.
Outstanding value for money, with all required study aids and learning resources included in the initial course price.
No final exams to sit, no classroom time and the option to take breaks at any time during your studies. Quality courses to suit all lifestyles and schedules.
The opportunity to take your career prospects to the next level, with an accredited Level 1 Diet and Nutrition Award on your resume.
Learning Objectives
This introductory Diet and Nutrition Award provides a ground-level introduction to a fascinating field of growing importance worldwide. With no prior knowledge or experience required, candidates learn what nutritionists do, why they do it and who they do it for. The importance of adequate nutrient intake is examined, along with the relationship between nutrition and human health. Ultimately, the course illustrates the value of both dietary balance and the efforts of those who work in the field of diet and nutrition. An ideal starting-point for anyone considering a career as a nutritionist.
An accredited Level 1 Diet and Nutrition Award on your CV could prove instrumental in taking your career a step further. It takes seconds to enrol, after which you’ll be provided with round-the-clock access to our dynamic digital learning platform. Available 24/7, you’ll have total freedom to choose when you study, where you study and at what pace. All with our committed support and advice, anytime you need us.
Key skills, knowledge and concepts studied along the way include:
The relationship between nutrition and human health
Why dietary balance matters and its potential benefits
The consequences of poor nutrition/dietary habits
Course Outline
This concise yet detailed course is delivered over a series of two units, which conclude with online assessments your tutor will mark and return with feedback. All study aids and learning resources can be accessed at any time via our exclusive digital learning platform. The two course units are as follows:
Module 1 - An Overview of Nutrition
This module covers the following topics:
What is Nutrition?
What Are Nutrients?
Units of Energy
Daily Energy Requirements
Basal Metabolic Rate
The Whole Food Nutrition
Specifics of a whole Food Diet
Plus more
Module 2 - Dietary Nutrition
This module covers the following topics:
Macro-Nutrients
Types of Carbs
Protein Intake in the Diet
Antioxidants and Preservatives
Terms used on Food Labels
Checking the Label for Saturated Fat
Plus more Updated on 20 April, 2021