Nutritional Therapy Diploma Course (Advisor Level)

What is the aim of the course?

This course is designed to introduce you to the truly amazing subject of Nutritional Therapy. You may ultimately plan to practise as a therapist, or you may undertake the course to improve your own health or that of your family, through improved Diet and Nutrition. You may also want to work in an environment that requires you to be able to offer sound nutritional advice to others. Whichever category you fit into, the knowledge you gain from this course can help you and others live a healthier and potentially longer life. Not only is nutritional therapy used to treat current health problems, it may also be the best form of preventative medicine.

This programme will take you further than just basic nutrition, delving a little into the world of biochemistry. Don’t worry if chemistry is not your strong point. This is not the chemistry you learn in a science class but the way in which the body interacts with nutrients. It is a fascinating science in itself and its inclusion in the course is aimed to help you gain a deeper understanding of the effects nutrients have on the body. You will not be expected to be an expert in biochemistry at the end of this programme

What does the course cover?

The course comprises 9 modules and covers:-

* Digestive & Excretory System

* Carbohydrates & Fibre

* Lipids

* Cholesterol & Proteins

* Water

* Vitamins

* Minerals

* Weight Management & Balanced diets

* Food labels

* Psychology & eating disorders

* Other components of a healthy lifestyle (exercise, smoking & alcohol habits, stress & foods)

* Food diaries

* Consultation skills & keeping records

* Pollutants

* Blood glucose

* Foods & their nutritional value

* Case studies: There are 6 case studies required to support this course.

* Theory & Practical Assessment

* Presentation skills

* Recommended Reading: The course gives details of the recommended books students should read.

N. B. Our full Anatomy & Physiology programme is included with this course.

Anatomy and Physiology is covered in depth and you are required to answer short questions and essay questions for this subject. Please note that if you require or would like a separate diploma for this subject you can obtain this upon request and for a small fee you will be able to take a final exam in this subject and then be issued with a separate diploma.

What qualification does this course give?

Having passed the final examination the candidate will receive a Diploma and will be entitled to use the letters C.H.Ed Dip NutAd (Complementary Health Education Diploma in Nutritional Advice).

What support is available?

Full tutor support is available from your own personal tutor and there are regular practical tutorials available in London and at the Kevala Centre. If you are wishing to progress to study the further levels of the Nutritional Therapy Diploma then you will need to attend at least one weekend tutorial. Full details of the tutorials can be found in the tutorial section of the website.

See also the Nutrition section in the library

How do I enrol?

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Please read the Terms & Conditions of Enrolment, before completing and submitting your Enrolment Form.