Diet and Nutritional Advisor Diploma Course

Centre of Excellence

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

The Nutritionist Course Details:

· The course is broken down into 14 units and will take around 150 hours of study to complete.

· Assessment is through quizzes and written assessment which must be submitted for marking and appraisal either via email or by post.

· You will also have access to a designated course tutor who can help you to navigate any challenges you may face.

Course Contents

• Diet and Nutrition Introduction

• Learning Outcomes

• Course Outline

Module 1: Principles of Diet and Nutrition

• Introduction
• Part 1: The Importance of Diet and Nutrition and Types of Nutrition
• Part 2: The Basic Food Groups
• Part 3: How to Balance Your Diet
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 1 Assessment

Module 2: Macronutrients

• Part 1: Carbohydrates
• Part 2: Fats
• Part 3: Proteins and the Ideal Macronutrient Balance
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 2 Assessment

Module 3: Micronutrients – Macrominerals

• Part 1: Calcium and Magnesium
• Part 2: Phosphorous, Sodium and Potassium
• Part 3: Chloride and Sulphur
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 3 Assessment

Module 4: Micronutrients – Microminerals

6 parts

• Part 1: Iron and Copper
• Part 2: Iodine and Zinc
• Part 3: Fluoride, Manganese, Cobalt and Selenium
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 4 Assessment

Module 5: Vitamins and Other Dietary Concerns

• Part 1: Vitamin A
• Part 2: B-Vitamins
• Part 3: Vitamins C and D
• Part 4: Vitamins E and K
• Part 5: Omega 3
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 5 Assessment

Module 6: Special Considerations

• Part 1: Overweight Individuals
• Part 2: Athletes and Bodybuilders
• Part 3: Pregnant Women
• Part 4: Infants, Children and the Elderly
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 6 Assessment

Module 7: Treating Diseases with Diet

• Part 1: Candida
• Part 2: Crohn’s Disease and Autoimmune Diseases
• Part 3: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Diabetes
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 7 Assessment

Module 8: Special Diets

• Part 1: A Vegetarian Diet
• Part 2: A Vegan Diet
• Part 3: A Ketogenic Diet
• Part 4: The Mediterranean Diet
• Part 5: The South Beach Diet
• Part 6: The Alkaline Diet
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 8 Assessment

Module 9: Supplements

• Part 1: Probiotics
• Part 2: Antifungal Supplements and Herbal Supplements
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 9 Assessment

Module 10: Superfoods

• Part 1: Herb Superfoods
• Part 2: Fruit and Nut Superfoods
• Part 3: Vegetable Superfoods and Additional Superfoods
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 10 Assessment

Module 11: Allergies

• Part 1: Food Allergies
• Part 2: Food Intolerances and Food Poisoning
• Part 3: Undergoing a Diagnosis
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 11 Assessment

Module 12: Food Labelling

• Part 1: Understanding Food Labels
• Part 2: Legal Requirements for Food Labels and Food Labelling Terms
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 12 Assessment

Module 13: Working with Clients

• Part 1: Initial Consultation
• Part 2: Ongoing Care and Ethics
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 13 Assessment

Module 14: Creating Meal Plans

• Part 1: How to Build a Meal Plan and Factors Affecting Meal Planning
• Part 2: Meal Planning Assessment and Help to Get the Client Started
• Conclusion
• Test Your Knowledge
• Key Learning Points Exercise
• Module 14 Assessment

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