Diet & Nutrition Advisor Course

We are, as a result of the hype and media play made aware of sensible eating habits and the need for eating healthy foods but there is a fear that the amount of information being pushed at us is just that bit too much!

This course is aimed at enabling students to give clients clear, concise and no-nonsense advice, in an attempt to clear the minefield of information being given at present.

The course will touch areas including nutrients and the digestive system, weight control and management, diets for various populations and supplements.

Designed to have the student research and think clearly, the course will give students those skills that will be essential when advising their clients.

Course fees: £409.00 if paid in full.

Pay monthly option: £119 Deposit followed by 7 monthly payments of £50.00. (Total fees of £469.00) Call in for guaranteed payment plan.


Entry requirements: 

There are no previous skills or qualifications required to register for this study programme.

Support:

All students will be assigned a personal tutor with whom they may correspond with via telephone or email. Details will be in your course study pack.

Duration:

All students have one year to complete this course from date of registration. Average study of 140 hours.

Provided materials:

• NCFE approved course pack
• Unlimited support Monday to Friday
• NCFE registration
• Certification

Course syllabus:

• The digestive system
• Lifestyle & its effects on diet
• Digestion and absorption of foods
• The concept of healthy eating
• Consultation & record cards
• Food energy values
• The Nutrient groups
• Metabolism & exercise
• The balanced diet
• Deficiencies & disorders
• Sources & functions of the nutrient groups
• RDAs and RNAs
• Meal planning & population groups
• Allergies & intolerances

This course is completed using continual assessment, allowing your tutor to closely monitor your progress every step of the way. Therefore no examination is required.

Examination:

No examination is necessary

Qualification:

On completion of your course, you will receive two qualifications:

Qualification 1: 

Diet and Nutrition Advisor Diploma

Diploma entitling you to use the letters SAC Dip after your name.

Qualification 2: 

Level 3 Diet and Nutrition Advisor Award

At the end of this course successful learners will also receive a level 3 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (in which case GCSE's are at levels 1 and 2 and A Levels are at level 3).

This award has been designed by Stonebridge Associated Colleges to meet specific learners' or employers' requirements. Accreditation by NCFE is a guarantee of quality. It means that this learning programme has been scrutinised and approved by an independent panel of experienced educational professionals and is quality audited biannually by NCFE.


Professional Membership

This qualification has been fully accredited by the Federation of Holistic Therapists (F.H.T) for Full Membership.

Once you have successfully completed this course and gained your Nationally Recognised Award, you will be eligible to apply for Full Membership to the F.H.T, the largest association in the UK representing professional therapists.