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Free Level 2 Nutrition and Health Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield

CostFREE
Duration126 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Nutrition and Health Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Classes run at Sutton Community Academy, part-time during the day. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course runs over 126 hours and covers how nutrition affects health, the role of diet in preventing disease, and the science behind a balanced diet. These free nutrition and health classes are delivered at a manageable pace, making them practical for anyone fitting study around other commitments.

Who this course is for

The number of obese people in the UK has more than trebled in the last 25 years, reaching what many doctors believe to be ‘epidemic’ proportions. Insufficient nutrition can lead to a variety of health-threatening conditions; understanding the benefits of a balanced diet and the role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of disease is fundamental.

This course is FREE for eligible learners. Please enquire further with us regarding the eligibility requirements.

Entry requirements

You must be 19+ at the beginning of the academic year to enrol on this course and be a resident within the EU for 3 years+.

This course is FREE for eligible learners. Please enquire further with us regarding the eligibility requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the relationship between diet, nutrition, and overall health.
  • You'll understand how nutritional deficiencies can affect the body.
  • You'll examine the role of nutrition in preventing and managing disease.
  • You'll learn about macronutrients, micronutrients, and their functions.
  • You'll study what makes up a balanced diet and why it matters.
  • You'll look at current UK health trends and the impact of poor diet.
  • You'll develop the knowledge to advise others on healthier eating choices.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Sutton Community Academy. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks completed during the course. There are no exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic, and you'll build on your understanding progressively across the 126 hours of study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sutton Community Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nutrition advisor, supporting clients with healthy eating guidance.
  • Health and wellbeing coach, working in community or workplace settings.
  • Care assistant, applying nutrition knowledge in residential or home care.
  • School meals supervisor, overseeing healthy food provision for children.
  • Community health worker, promoting healthy lifestyles locally.
  • Fitness instructor, combining nutrition knowledge with exercise guidance.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Nutrition and Health, NCFE or similar, 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 care or support role where nutrition knowledge is an asset.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training, combining nutrition with fitness for a career in health and wellness.
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