Advanced Certificate in Nutrition, Health and Wellbeing
Dive into the world of nutrition and holistic wellbeing with the Advanced Certificate in Nutrition, Health and Wellbeing. Perfect for those keen on understanding the vital elements of nutrition and its impact on overall health, this course is your stepping stone into the dynamic field of health and nutrition.
Duration
Approximately 700 hours to complete the course, which has seven key modules made up of 61 lessons.
Entry Requirements
There are no prerequisites to complete this course. However, you must be able to read, analyse and comprehend printed information in English, and to write statements and solve problems to complete the course. You must also have reliable access to a computer and a reliable internet connection and have basic computer skills.
Certificate
Upon completing the course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for each module completed and Certificate of Completion.
Delivery
Online, flexible learning when it suits you and your lifestyle.
Availability of Content
12 months to access the course content (extensions are considered on a case-by-case basis)
Approximately 700 hours to complete the course, which has seven key modules made up of 61 lessons.
There are no prerequisites to complete this course. However, you must be able to read, analyse and comprehend printed information in English, and to write statements and solve problems to complete the course. You must also have reliable access to a computer and a reliable internet connection and have basic computer skills.
Upon completing the course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for each module completed and Certificate of Completion.
Online, flexible learning when it suits you and your lifestyle.
12 months to access the course content (extensions are considered on a case-by-case basis)
Summary
The Advanced Certificate in Nutrition, Health and Wellbeing is a comprehensive program, ideal for delving deeper into nutrition and health sciences. This advanced course covers the key aspects of creating balanced diets, understanding nutritional needs across various life stages, and implementing sustainable health practices. It is designed to equip you with practical skills in planning nutritious meals and promoting long-term wellness, making it perfect for anyone looking to enhance their expertise or step into the health and nutrition sector.
Course Outline
Students will undertake seven key modules made up of 61 modules.
Module 1: Human Nutrition I (100 Hours)
Improve your own health and help others by learning the basic science of food and nutrition. This module is a great starting point for anyone wanting to learn more about the field of nutrition, as well as offering complementary skills to those already working in the food and health industries.
You will learn about different food types and how they impact human health, including delving deeper into vitamins and minerals and the daily intake requirements of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. You will also explore the importance of water and why this is so vital to maintain a healthy lifestyle. As well as being able to identify the signs and symptoms of major nutrient deficient disorders.
Module 2: Human Nutrition II (100 Hours)
In this module, you will learn what is required to create a balanced and healthy diet and assess the nutritional needs of special groups. It will deliver professional development for budding or current health professionals and will deepen your knowledge in nutrition so you can share this information with potential clients.
Based on science, the module also offers practical skills. Exploring nutrient intake in more detail (after competition of Human Nutrition I), you will learn about the various food processing techniques and their implications for human health. You will also gain a better understanding of the minimum and maximum safe intake for macronutrients and minerals and more significant vitamins, including fat-soluble, B and C complex vitamins, calcium and iron.
Module 3: Health and Wellbeing (100 Hours)
A perfect foundation module, it delivers an introduction to health and wellbeing more broadly, looking at everything from fitness, nutrition, stress management, preventative health and first aid.
You will learn that every aspect of our lives can impact our health and well-being. Explore what can change the balance required to maintain wellbeing, such as gender, age, level of fitness and lifestyle choices. The module also looks at the effects of alcohol abuse, the principle of food combining and natural therapies that can support a healthy lifestyle. You will gain a better understanding of food allergies, how to identify them and different ways to manage them in day-to-day life. You will also be given the opportunity to interview others to learn about their health and fitness, how to assess their lifestyle and ways to improve it.
Module 4: Human Nutrition III (100 Hours)
This module delves into the intricate relationship between nutrient imbalance and various health issues. This comprehensive module provides students with an in-depth understanding of how dietary choices can lead to conditions like dental problems and diseases of the bowel. Emphasising the importance of balance in diet, the course explores the impact of different eating styles and how they affect overall health. It also covers critical topics such as fibre’s role in maintaining bowel health and the risks associated with food toxicities and poisoning, equipping students with the knowledge to identify and address these issues effectively.
Furthermore, the module offers a practical approach to detoxification and body cleansing, shedding light on popular practices and their scientific validity. Students will learn the essentials of consulting and giving sound dietary advice, enabling them to guide clients towards healthier eating habits. This module is not only a step forward in professional development for aspiring or current health professionals but also a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of nutrition and its impact on health and well-being.
Module 5: Therapeutic Nutrition (100 Hours)
The Therapeutic Nutrition module provides a focused exploration into diet as a tool for managing medical conditions. This module introduces therapeutic nutrition and its role in addressing allergies, intolerances, diabetes, heart diseases like hyperlipidemia and arteriosclerosis, renal conditions, and cancer. Students will learn about the dietary needs and management strategies for these conditions, gaining practical insights into how nutrition influences treatment and recovery.
It also covers nutritional approaches for digestive disorders affecting various parts of the gastrointestinal tract and other metabolic conditions such as liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic health. A key component of this module is strategic diet planning for specific medical conditions, equipping students with the skills to create effective, individualised dietary plans.
Module 6: Food Coaching (100 Hours)
The Food Coaching module delves into the essential aspects of guiding individuals towards healthier dietary habits. It begins with an introduction to what constitutes a healthy diet and the professional standards required for effective food coaching. It covers specialist diets tailored for chronic conditions, strategies for managing overeating, and addressing poor nutritional habits. You’ll learn about the nuances of food coaching for different age groups, including adults, seniors, and children, and the importance of incorporating lifestyle changes.
Module 7: Health and Fitness I (100 Hours)
This module offers an insightful journey into the realm of health and fitness. It starts with an introduction to the fundamentals of health and fitness, followed by a deep dive into exercise physiology and the principles of cardiorespiratory programming. It also explores biomechanics and risk management, crucial for designing safe and effective fitness programs. Lastly, it includes practical aspects of delivering a fitness program, with a focus on safety, injury prevention, and general well-being.
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Assessment
Assessments are an important part of your study journey as they help ensure you stay on track and meet the learning objectives of each lesson before moving onto the next. They also help your student support advisor and mentors identify where any further support may be required, so that you get the most out of your course. You will learn via various methods; a combination of reading, undertaking research and watching videos. Assessments might include case studies, quizzes, and written assessments.
Approval & Recognition
The Learning Group is an approved and recognised member of IARC. The IARC is an International association which recognises quality and excellence in education providers in tertiary education.
Who will this course interest?
This course is a beginner-level course and will lay a sound foundation of knowledge and skills which can grow with experience and further study. Whether you want to pursue work in the field of nutrition or health (health and fitness professionals) or just someone interested in expanding their knowledge in the field, this course provides a great introduction to learning how to optimise your health and nutrition for yourself and others and build industry experience.
This course may be of interest to people working or aspiring to work in or as:
› Fitness Professionals
› Life Coaches
› Health Professionals
› Community Health Workers
› Chefs and Caterers
› Health Food Industry Workers
If you have a specific job in mind, it is important that you research exactly what is required before enrolling in a course. Different roles will require different skills, qualifications and recognition. If you are unsure, one of our course consultants will be able to help you with this.