Aim
This examination is designed for anyone (including the general public)
interested in the practical application of the principles of nutrition and healthy eating. The Certificate is a particularly useful qualification for those working in the following areas: hotel and catering industries; caring professions; retail food trades; health and beauty industries; and food manufacturing.
It is suitable for those in a position to promote healthy nutrition, and is relevant for employees of health-related companies, and for people working in the health, caring or teaching professions that might have a role in the promotion of healthy eating or the preparation of meals, menus and diets.
Validity of Course
36 months
Length of Course
4/5 Days
Course Information
Holders of this qualification will have an understanding of the factors affecting food intake and choice, sources and functions of nutrients, nutritional requirements of different groups, the development of disease, changes in the food and catering industries affecting the British diets and the promotion of health eating.
Assessment
The candidates are assessed by an examination paper lasting two and a half hours under examination conditions.
