Nutrition and Health Online Course

Important Information:

This is a 12-week (approx. 120 hours) Online Self-Study qualification course. It can be started anytime and accessed (via a portal) at times/days to suit you. This is not a single event.

When you are ready to start register for the next available date and we will send you the application forms to complete.

Once this is done, we will contact you to organise a short induction via zoom/teams.

This online self-study course allows you to study at your own pace at a time and day that is convenient for you, gaining a level 2 qualification.

Course Information:

Our level 2 certificate in understanding nutrition and health is great for both individuals interested in nutrition and health, as well as employers looking for health training courses for their staff.

This certificate in understanding nutrition and health provides training in the principles of healthy eating and weight management, nutrition in the context of eating disorders and how to prepare food safely in a home environment.

The effects of diet are felt throughout the body, from the way we look to our mental health so knowing how to maintain a healthy diet is important.

Course Content

• Explore the principles of healthy eating
• Consider the nutritional needs of a variety of individuals
• Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet
• The principles of weight management
• Understanding eating disorders
• Principles of food safety for the home environment

How Will I Learn:

All learning will be online (self-study) and can be completed at a time that suits without the need to attend college. Dedicated tutors will provide written feedback on the assessments and ongoing remote support where required.

The course includes online learning materials in the form of interactive resources and flipbooks, a personalised login to access the online learning portal will be given on enrolment.

Each learner will be given a virtual online induction, candidates will be provided with learning and assessment materials that have been developed to support individuals to meet the qualification requirements.

You can only apply for one course at a time however upon completion you can enrol on a further 2 courses per academic year. It can take up to 12 weeks to complete a course

Once you have completed the application paperwork, we will contact you with dates for a short induction, this will be online and give you chance to ask any questions.

These course are free, subject to eligibility criteria:

• Learners must be aged 19+ on the 31/08/2021
• Lived in the EEA/ UK for 3 years