This qualification is for those who wish to obtain a basic knowledge and understanding of human nutrition and how it affects health. Its objective is to provide learners with a basic knowledge of human nutrition and equip them with an awareness of the importance of healthy eating.
The qualification provides an introduction to the importance and principles of a well-balanced diet, current public health guidance on healthy eating and the relationship between diet and health.
Dates and times
All course materials will be provided online, and you can access the course materials at any time that is convenient for you, allowing you to learn at your own pace.
Price
The full cost is £100.
Content
This course will cover:
- government guidelines for a healthy balanced diet
- key issues of concern for public health nutrition
- identifying the reference intake values of key nutrients
- foods which are important sources of key nutrients
- nutrient requirements at different stages of the lifecycle
- the purpose of food labelling
- the nutritional and allergen information required on a food label.
Assessment
An examination which will consist of 20 multiple choice questions, to be completed in 45 minutes.
A candidate who is able to satisfy the learning outcomes will be awarded a score of at least 12 correct answers in the examination.
Requirements
There are no recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. The RSPH does, however, recommend that candidates have a level of literacy and numeracy equivalent to Level 1. To enrol on this Level 1 Award in Nutrition for Health course you must be 18-years-old or over.
Award
Upon successful completion of this course candidates will be awarded a Level 1 Award Certificate in Nutrition from The Royal Society for Public Health.
Learners who achieve this qualification can progress to the RSPH Level 2 Award in Nutrition for Health.
For more information about this course please contact the Short Courses team:
Tel: 020 8240 4321
Email: shortcourses@stmarys.ac.uk
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