Nutrition is the key to a healthy body and mind, and understanding the values of a diet and exercise plan is an important part of maintaining overall well-being. This nationally recognised qualification explores influential factors such as the principles of healthy eating and weight management. The course also introduces nutrition in the context of eating disorders, and explains how to prepare food safely in a home environment. Whether you want to improve your knowledge around diet and health for personal reasons, or wish to develop your employment opportunities, this course provides a comprehensive understanding of the key topics surrounding nutrition and health.

What you will study
This course is split into six manageable units:
- Explore principles of healthy eating
- Consider 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
Entry Requirements
To qualify for a FREE online learning course, you must:
- be aged 19 years or over
- have lived in the UK for the last three years, or be able to prove your residency status, for example, indefinite leave to remain, settled status or you are an Asylum seeker who has been in the UK for more than 6 months
Assessment
Duration
Delivery
Benefits
Benefits include:
- Fully online course
- Study from anywhere, at any time
- Gain an accredited level 2 qualification
- Nationally recognised
- Access to an e-learning platform Perfect for beginners
- No hidden costs
- Study will enhance both personal skills and professional development
- Personal tutors are assigned to each individual learner to ensure they have the necessary support needed to be successful
- Improve your communication skills to help you create a long-standing career pathway in your chosen industry

Understanding Nutrition and Health - Certificate