Level 2 Nutrition and Health Course. Study online with South Bank Colleges. The course is free for some learners, and fees may apply for others depending on your circumstances. You study at your own pace, so you can fit learning around work, family, or other commitments. Over 14 weeks, you'll explore how nutrition affects health, how to plan balanced diets, and how lifestyle choices influence wellbeing. This nutrition and health qualification is recognised by employers in health, care, fitness, and food sectors.
Who this course is for
Im sure youve heard the sayings you are what you eat, and healthy body, healthy mind, well, this course takes those wise words and teaches you the nutrition, dietary habits, and exercise planning needed to put those words into practice.The Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health is designed to teach you the real-life benefits of healthy eating and exercise, and how you can make simple lifestyle changes that will result in improvements to your well-being.Teaching you everything from how to create effective diet and exercise plans, healthy nutrition, how to safely prepare food, and the key to healthy weight management, right through to understanding eating disorders, and how to tailor nutrition to a variety of individual needs.Whether you are looking to take your first step towards a career in the fascinating world of health and nutrition, or simply looking to improve your own health and the well-being of those around you, this nationally-recognised qualification is a great place to start.As this is an online course taught over 6-12 weeks, it offers you the flexibility to fit your studies around your existing work, training, or family commitments, whilst achieving agreed deadlines set by you and your tutor.
Entry requirements
4 GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) at grade D or 3 or above, or Level 1 vocational qualification, or Level 1 qualification in English.Additional Information: If you do not hold a suitable Level 1 qualification, or cannot provide evidence of one, you may still be able to enrol on this course following an initial assessment to test your level of literacy in English.
What you will learn
You'll understand the key principles of nutrition and how the body uses food.
You'll explore how diet affects physical health and long-term wellbeing.
You'll learn how to identify the components of a balanced diet.
You'll examine the relationship between lifestyle choices and health outcomes.
You'll develop knowledge of nutritional needs across different life stages.
You'll understand how to support healthier eating habits in everyday settings.
How you will learn
This is an online course, so all your learning takes place through digital materials you access at home or wherever suits you. Assessment is based on written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed online. You submit your work through the course platform and receive feedback from your tutor. There are no exams to sit in person.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Bank Colleges will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nutrition advisor assistant, supporting clients with dietary guidance
Health care assistant, working in NHS or care settings
Community health worker, promoting healthy living locally
School meals supervisor, applying nutrition knowledge in schools
Fitness instructor, advising clients on diet alongside exercise
Food service supervisor, overseeing healthy menu planning
Support worker, helping clients with nutrition and daily living
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Nutrition and Health, NCFE or similar awarding body, for a deeper study of nutritional science and dietary planning.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, if you want to move into a broader care or support role.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, combining nutrition knowledge with fitness coaching for a career in the fitness industry.
