Free Level 2 Nutrition and Health Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments. This free nutrition and health course runs over 26 weeks and covers the principles of nutrition, how diet affects health, and how to support healthier choices. It suits anyone who wants a solid grounding in nutrition and health without attending a classroom. The level 2 nutrition and health qualification is awarded by NCFE.
Who this course is for
See college website for details of this course. Please note that start dates are indicative only - you should visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
What you will learn
You'll explore the key nutrients the body needs and what they do.
You'll understand how diet and lifestyle affect long-term health.
You'll learn how to identify the signs of nutritional deficiency.
You'll study the relationship between food, energy, and body weight.
You'll examine dietary guidelines and how to apply them in practice.
You'll develop knowledge of how to support healthier eating habits in others.
How you will learn
You'll study online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. You submit your work digitally and receive feedback from your assessor. There are no exams to sit in person. Farnborough College will confirm the full assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Farnborough College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nutrition advisor, supporting clients with diet and healthy eating
Health and wellbeing coach, working in community or workplace settings
Care assistant, applying nutrition knowledge in residential or home care
School or college support worker, promoting healthy eating among students
Gym or leisure centre staff, advising members on nutrition basics
Community health worker, delivering healthy lifestyle programmes
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Nutrition and Health, a natural step up from this qualification for deeper study.
Level 3 Diploma in Diet and Nutrition, suitable if you want to work more formally in a nutrition support role.
Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma, useful if you plan to combine nutrition knowledge with broader care work.
A degree in Nutrition or Dietetics, for those aiming toward a registered dietitian career.
