Certificate in Nutrition & Health - Level 3

Course Summary

3-day course accredited by the Royal Society for Public Health (formerly RIPH).

The broad content of this course ensures catering managers, supervisors and key workers receive a good understanding of all aspects of nutrition and health, leading to a recognised qualification. This course has been carefully designed to enable potential managers to move towards the Diploma level qualification.

Entry Requirements

No specific qualifications are needed for this course apart from a genuine interest in nutrition, health and diet.  However, those with no prior knowledge of nutrition principles may benefit from first completing the ½-day Nutrition Awareness course or the 1-day, Level 2 Award in Healthier Food and Special Diets.

Course Structure & Content

• Factors affecting food intake and choice
• Sources and function of nutrients
• Energy needs and identification of energy sources
• Nutritional requirements of specific groups
• Importance of a balanced diet
• Effect of diet on health
• Development of food-related illnesses
• Promotion of Healthy Eating

Assessment

The examination consists of one written examination paper with 3 sections, lasting
2 hours 30 minutes in total.
Section A - 20 questions, all to be answered with single words or phrases.
Covers all aspects of the syllabus.

Section B - Four questions, three to be answered, short answer style.
Tests knowledge of nutrients and health.

Section C - Four questions, three to be answered.
Tests knowledge of menu structure and diets.

Course fee

£425 + VAT (increasing to £440 in 2009)

Your course fee includes:

• Course binder and notes
• Lunch and refreshments
• RSPH examination fee and certificate

Syllabus

RSPH Certificate in Nutrition & Health

Progression

Next level – RSPH Diploma in Nutrition & Health

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