About the course

The purpose of the qualification is to increase the learner’s knowledge and understanding of nutrition and healthy eating. It covers the following areas: principles of healthy eating; nutritional needs of a variety of individuals; using food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet; principles of weight management; eating disorders and food safety for the home environment.

Start Date/s

10/01/2025, 03/02/2025, 03/03/2025, 01/04/2025, 01/05/2025, 02/06/2025, 01/12/2025, 09/01/2026, 02/02/2026, 02/03/2026, 31/03/2026, 30/04/2026, 01/06/2026

Entry Requirements

Working at level 2 for Maths and English

Modules

Unit 1 - Explore Principles of Healthy Eating
Unit 2 - Consider Nutritional Needs of a Variety of Individuals
Unit 3 - Use Food and Nutrition Information to Plan a Healthy Diet
Unit 4 - The Principles of Weight Management
Unit 5 - Understanding Eating Disorders
Unit 6 - Principles of Food Safety for the Home Environment

Assessment

On this course you will be assessed regularly and will complete knowledge questions to demonstrate your acquired knowledge and skills. For each unit a set of knowledge questions are issued as the formal assessment for that unit. You complete this through the online learning platform and receive written feedback from our expert tutor. There is the option to complete this paper based should it be required. You will need to pass all units and ensure your answers to the questions meet the required assessment criteria.

Additional Details

Information About Fees

This qualification is funded. Enquire now to find out if you are eligible. Terms and conditions apply.