Nutrition and Health

This qualification aims to:

focus on the study of nutrition and health
offer breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledge

The objectives of this qualification are to enable the learner to gain an understanding of:

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

Unit 1: Explore principles of healthy eating
Unit 2: Consider nutritional needs of a variety of individuals
Unit 3: Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet
Unit 4: The principles of weight management
Unit 5: Understanding eating disorders
Unit 6: Principles of food safety for the home environment

They fit around work and home life
No exams or fees (dependent on course choice and eligibility)
Available to start all year round
Completed over a set number of weeks
Online and offline study modes
A wide range of courses to choose from
Fully accredited and nationally recognised qualification
Supported by a dedicated assessor (assessors are available for support depending on which course you choose)

Level 2 Online Courses

Our FREE^* online and distance learning courses are flexible so they can fit around work and personal commitments. They take up to 12 weeks to complete and are nationally recognised Level 2 qualifications.

^* Choose a course of your choice and use our postcode checker to see if you are eligible to study the course for free.

Level 3 Online Courses

Our Level 3 online courses are ideal for those who want to start a career in a specific field. As part of the National Skills funding, this course is free to those aged 24 and over if you do not currently hold a level 3 qualification. Alternatively, you can pay in three equal monthly instalments, or you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by the Distance Learning Team.

You will be assigned an assessor who will contact you to discuss your programme, answer any questions you may have about the course, and arrange suitable dates for your learning to take place.

Nutrition and Health

Distance Learning (BPO) · Online / Remote
Available throughout the year

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The information provided about this course was accurate at the time of publication. Course details may be subject to change, often as a result of external factors such as amendments to awarding body or examination board specifications. While every effort is made to ensure that the information on this website remains accurate and up to date, prospective students are advised to confirm course details with the Admissions Team prior to enrolment to ensure the course meets their requirements. The institution accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information presented.