This qualification is designed for learners looking to improve their understanding of nutrition and health.
To be awarded the Level 1 Award in Nutrition and Health learners are required to successfully complete all 3 mandatory units:
· Unit 01 Introductory awareness of the importance of healthy eating and drinking for adults
· Unit 02 Planning healthy diets
Unit 03 Understanding eating disorders
An interest in this area of work. As the course involves written work a reasonable standard of English is required (please ask if you are not sure.)
Access to the Internet, with access to a laptop or tablet.
The ability to send an email and search for information on the internet.
Good basic level of English and can write in sentences.
Be able to study at least 1-3 hours a week to complete the course work.
This is a distance learning course which means that you have the opportunity to work at a pace that suits you, and to fit your learning around your other commitments. Guidance work booklets are provided along with regular contact with the tutor via a range of methods suitable for you, email, phone, web chats and tutorials.
You will send your work to the tutor for marking at regular intervals. The tutor will give then you feedback on your work, and any areas for improvement or additional knowledge you may need to research to meet the unit criteria.
If you feel you need additional support to complete this qualification please let us know.