Level 2 Understanding Nutrition and Health

Level 2 Understanding Nutrition and Health

Poor nutrition can lead to a variety of health-threatening conditions. Therefore, understanding nutrition and health and the benefits of a balanced diet in the prevention and treatment of disease is fundamental. The number of obese people in the UK has more than trebled in the last 25 years, reaching to what many doctors believe to be ‘epidemic’ proportions. A quarter of adolescence leaving school are now classed as overweight. In addition, one in four adults are now considered obese and current trends suggest this could exceed fifty percent by 2050. Being overweight can have a detrimental effect on mental health and self esteem of individuals, and can also increase the risk of developing a range of serious diseases, which can reduce life expectancy. 

COURSE CONTENT

• Explore principles of healthy eating
• Consider nutritional needs of a variety of individuals
• Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet
• The principles of weight management
• Understanding eating disorders

ELIGIBILITY

• Age 19+ 
• Applicants aged between 19 – 23 must hold a prior level 2 or above qualification in any subject except the subject they wish to apply for.
• Applicants over 23 do not need any entry qualifications
• Lives in England
• British Citizen or have been living within the EU for 3 years for purposes other than study
• Able to supply ID at induction
• Provide residency evidence if not a British citizen 

Benefits

• Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification
• Evidence your competency to employers
• Further your personal and professional development
• Learn at a time that suits you without the need to attend college
• Increase your understanding of food safety for the home environment

APPLY HERE

COURSE FEES

Fully Funded

COURSE DELIVERY

Online (Delivered by The Learning Curve Group)

COURSE DURATION

6 Weeks

AWARDING BODY

NCFE CACHE