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Free Level 2 Nutrition and Health Course Online – Heart of Yorkshire Education Group

CostFREE
Duration12 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Nutrition and Health Course. Study online, at your own pace, with no need to travel to a centre. The course typically takes 12 weeks, though you can finish earlier if you move through the material quickly. You'll explore the principles of healthy eating, the link between diet and health, and the diseases that can result from a poor diet. The course also covers nutrients, food groups, energy requirements, special diets, and food allergies. This free nutrition and health course for adults is a practical way to build knowledge around diet and wellbeing.

Who this course is for

You will be introduced to the principles of healthy eating and how diet is closely linked to health. This will include studying the diseases that can result from a poor diet and the nutrients and food groups needed for a balanced diet. You will also look at the nutritional needs and energy requirements for a variety of individuals, including special diets and food allergies.

Completion within 12 weeks, although early completion is achievable.

Benefits of study:

No need to attend college, work from home at a pace that suits you Achieve a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification Further your personal and professional development Available at no cost Receive support and guidance from a dedicated team of qualified assessors/tutors Study will enhance your personal and professional skills

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements, however good written English is desirable.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of healthy eating and what makes a balanced diet.
  • You'll explore how diet is closely linked to health outcomes.
  • You'll study the diseases and conditions that can result from a poor diet.
  • You'll identify the key nutrients and food groups the body needs.
  • You'll examine the nutritional needs and energy requirements of different individuals.
  • You'll look at special diets and how to account for food allergies.

How you will learn

You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at a pace that suits you. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge checks completed online. There are no exams to sit in person. You submit your work digitally, and your tutor will give feedback to guide you through the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Yorkshire Education Group will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nutrition adviser assistant: support clients with diet and healthy eating guidance.
  • Health and wellbeing coach: help individuals improve lifestyle and diet choices.
  • Care assistant: apply nutrition knowledge in residential or home care settings.
  • School meals supervisor: oversee healthy eating in a school catering environment.
  • Community health worker: promote healthy eating in local health programmes.
  • Gym or leisure centre receptionist: complement fitness roles with nutrition awareness.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Nutrition and Health: deepens your knowledge and is suited to roles in health promotion or community nutrition support.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Diet and Nutrition: a more comprehensive qualification for those considering a career as a nutrition advisor or working in wellness.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health: broadens your understanding of health and wellbeing alongside nutrition.
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