Free Level 1 Nutrition and Health Course in Hereford. Classes run at Herefordshire College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 10 weeks, making it manageable alongside caring responsibilities or other commitments. You'll explore how food and nutrition affect health and wellbeing, building practical knowledge you can use at home or in work. The level 1 nutrition and health classes are a solid starting point if you're considering roles in health, care, or community support.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll explore the relationship between diet and health.
You'll identify key nutrients and understand what they do in the body.
You'll learn how to assess what makes a balanced diet.
You'll examine how lifestyle factors affect nutritional needs.
You'll develop knowledge of food labelling and making healthier choices.
You'll understand how nutrition relates to common health conditions.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Herefordshire College. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and practical activities. Assessment is through short written tasks and assignments completed during the course. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will give feedback throughout to support your progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Herefordshire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Support clients with nutrition and daily wellbeing.
Healthcare support worker. Assist patients with dietary and health needs.
School meals supervisor. Oversee healthy eating in school settings.
Community health worker. Promote healthy lifestyles in local communities.
Nursery or childcare worker. Apply nutrition knowledge in early years settings.
Domiciliary carer. Help clients maintain healthy diets at home.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Nutrition and Health. The natural next step, covering nutrition in more depth and recognised by employers in health and care.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health. A broader qualification that opens doors to roles in health promotion and community support.
Level 2 Health and Social Care Qualification. Combines nutrition knowledge with wider care skills for roles in the care sector.
