Free Level 1 Nutrition and Health Course in Selby. Classes run at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day. This free nutrition and health course for adults is designed for people who work in the care sector or have family members with mental health needs. Sessions run for 4 hours, making it easy to fit around other commitments. You'll explore how nutrition and health connect, and how that knowledge applies in everyday care situations.
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 understand the relationship between diet and physical health.
You'll explore how nutrition affects mental health and wellbeing.
You'll identify the key nutrients the body needs and what they do.
You'll learn how to recognise poor nutrition in people you support.
You'll understand how to encourage healthier eating habits in a care context.
You'll explore the impact of food choices on long-term health outcomes.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service. Assessment is carried out through written tasks and short activities completed during the course. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will guide you through the material and give feedback on your work as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support clients with daily living, including nutrition.
Support worker: help people with mental health needs in community settings.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in health or care environments.
Domiciliary carer: provide personal care and meal support in people's homes.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Nutrition and Health: go deeper into nutrition science and its role in health and disease.
Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care: broaden your knowledge across the care sector and strengthen your employability.
Level 2 Award in Food Safety: a practical qualification useful in care and catering roles where food handling is part of the job.
