Free Level 2 Nutrition and Health Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and home life. You need to be aged 19 or over and have lived in the UK for three or more years to be eligible for this free nutrition and health course. Over around six months, you'll build a solid understanding of nutrition, diet, and how food affects health and wellbeing. The course is delivered fully online, so there are no classes to travel to.
Who this course is for
Aged 19+, lived in the UK 3+ years
Entry requirements
Aged 19+, lived in the UK 3+ years
What you will learn
You'll understand the key principles of nutrition and how the body uses food.
You'll explore the relationship between diet and long-term health.
You'll learn about nutritional needs across different life stages.
You'll examine how lifestyle factors influence health and wellbeing.
You'll understand common diet-related conditions and how nutrition plays a role.
You'll learn how to evaluate food labels and dietary information.
How you will learn
You'll study online through written materials and self-directed activities. Assessment is by written assignments completed at home and submitted online. There are no exams to sit in person. You work through the course at your own pace within the six-month period.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stockton Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nutrition adviser, supporting clients with healthy eating guidance.
Health coach, helping people make sustainable lifestyle changes.
Care assistant, applying nutrition knowledge in residential or home care.
Community health worker, promoting wellbeing in local settings.
School support staff, advising on healthy eating for children.
Gym or leisure centre staff, supporting members with basic nutrition queries.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Nutrition and Health, for a deeper study of nutritional science.
Level 3 Diploma in Diet and Nutrition, a route toward nutritional therapy roles.
Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma, if you want to move into care work where nutrition knowledge is an asset.
A degree-level course in Nutrition or Dietetics, for those aiming toward registered dietitian status.
