Free Level 1 Nutrition and Health Course. Study online at your own pace, completing the course in around 4 hours. It fits around your work and home life, with no need to travel to a centre. The course is aimed at people working in the care sector or those supporting family members with mental health conditions. You'll explore how food and nutrition affect health and wellbeing. This is a free nutrition and health course for adults aged 19 or over who meet the funding eligibility criteria.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who work in the care sector or have family members with mental health issues.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.
What you will learn
You'll identify the key nutrients the body needs and what they do.
You'll understand how diet affects physical and mental health.
You'll recognise the link between nutrition and common health conditions.
You'll explore practical ways to support healthy eating in a care or home setting.
You'll learn how to read and interpret basic nutritional information.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through an online multiple-choice test. You complete this when you're ready, within the course window. No written assignments or classroom attendance are required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support clients' daily nutrition and wellbeing needs
Support worker: help individuals with mental health conditions manage diet
Healthcare assistant: assist with nutrition monitoring in clinical settings
Home carer: plan and prepare meals for clients at home
Residential care worker: support healthy eating in a care home setting
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Nutrition and Health (NCFE or similar): builds on this foundation with more detailed study of diet, nutrients, and health conditions.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health: a broader qualification useful for roles in care, community health, or food preparation.
Level 2 Health and Social Care Diploma: if you're working toward a career in care, this covers a wide range of skills recognised by care employers.
