Award in nutrition and health (Level 1)

Overview

This course is for individuals 19+ who are thinking about a career in health and care or who have an interest in how what we eat affects our health. As this course leads to a Level 1 qualification you will be asked to complete a short initial skills check before enrolling on the course to make sure this course is right for you.

This course will help you: Understand the importance of healthy eating; understand the importance of drinking enough to stay healthy; understand influences on own diet; be able to plan healthy diets; be able to make healthy choices from menus; know about different eating disorders; understand the connections between food and feelings; know how to access information and support related to eating disorders.

You will take part in discussions as well as working on your own and in a group. There will be an assignment each week (quizzes, finding things out, etc.) which you must complete in your own time before the next session as it counts towards the qualification.

Entry requirements

This course is at Level 1 so you will have demonstrated through the initial skills check that you can work at this level.

Assessment criteria

There will be a simple ILP (Individual Learning Plan) which the tutor will discuss with you individually, to make sure the class is meeting your needs. You will also take part in discussions in the group about the session’s activities. Throughout the course you will complete a portfolio which will be submitted to the awarding body. Your tutor will support you in making sure everything you need is included in the portfolio.

What do I need?

You will find a pen/pencil or notebook useful, or your own electronic device. For assignments you will need access to the internet and software to produce word documents. A mobile phone will not be suitable for this course.

What can I do next?

You could enrol on another of our Skills & Development courses. You could also enrol on other Learn Devon courses such as Improve your Maths, Improve your English, Essential Digital Skills, or Learning for Work – please ask your tutor or visit our website.