Nutrition Course - Distance Learning Accredited Diploma
Looking for a professional qualification in Nutrition? Professional accredited qualification, equivalent to a level 3 government regulated course.
Open to complete beginners without any previous therapist experience.
No coursework, case studies or exams just assignments to be worked through after each module at your own pace.
PLEASE NOTE - Sadly we are unable to take people from the USA and Canada for online courses due to restrictions in insurance cover for schools in the UK - however all other countries are accepted.
The Diploma in Nutrition is a home study course designed to fit around your current lifestyle needs. It is a must for all therapists and health professionals but is also available to those with a general interest in nutrition.
Nutrition is one of the most important factors influencing our health. What you eat influences the way you feel, the way you look, the ability to utilise the energy you do have and your ability to fight off infection and disease.
With obesity and health related illnesses on the increase, nutrition is becoming more and more in demand.
You can call yourself a nutritionist once you have completed and passed this course.
You will receive a fantastic manual and videos to watch and work with, you will also get a lot of guidance and help where needed from your tutor with fantastic support. This is the reason why this course is very popular and recommended by many students who have taken it.
Course Times
Starting the Course
You choose when to start, you have the flexibility to fit this in around your busy life and learn at your own pace with helpful guidance from your tutor when needed.
Final Balance Payment
The deposit is taken off the course fee, you can pay the deposit on-line with our safe and secure online payment system with Worldpay or Pay Pal.
Then the balance payment is paid direct to the course tutor who offers the distance learning options and they will contact you by email as soon as you pay the deposit to organise this for you. Please look out for the confirmation email once you book with final payment information.
We make everything straightforward for you - tutors will be in touch after your booking by email with your booking confirmation with the final balance details you need.
Included will be the tutor's contact details and they are there to help with any questions you may have about your course and to organise your final balance payment.
Join the thousands of students we train each year, we have a long term proven history and our feedback speaks for itself. We also look forward hearing how you get on once you have completed a course with us.
We offer first class films to download and watch (some courses have more than one depending on the accreditation requirements) which are easy to follow on our online platform, you can log in 24 hours a day when every you wish to view them making it easy to fit around your lifestyle.
We love what we do and have passionate knowledgable tutors who very much look forward to welcoming you on a course soon.
Course Accredited by the following bodies:
Accredited Certified Insurable Online Course
Price £365.00
Do I need any experience to enroll on the course?
No, you don’t need any experience or be a therapist already to do this course (it is open to complete beginners) an interest in health will help you succeed once qualified.
Why Book with us?
We are an award winning school, Number One Training School (out of over 80 schools) in the Beauty Industry Survey - By The Guild of Beauty and Holistic Therapists.
And Voted The Guild Awards of Excellence 'Best Training School' by students and won mulitple years in a row! We maintain high standards and are proud of our team of passionate and caring tutors.
When you book with us you have peace of mind we have a proven track record - established in 1998 and accredited by the top professional bodies.
If I am abroad can I sign up for this course?
Yes, we have many students from abroad who have taken this distance learning course with us.
There is no coursework or exams just assignments to be worked through after each module at your own pace
PLEASE NOTE - Sadly we are unable to take people from the USA and Canada for online courses due to restrictions in insurance cover for schools in the UK - however all other countries are accepted.
FAQ
How long will it take to complete this course?
This is up to you and the time you have to give to your studies. You have up to a year to complete the course but can finish sooner if you prefer. Most students take between 6 months and a year to complete.
A minimum of 50 hours is required to achieve a good understanding. There are 12 assignments to complete.
What is the payment process?
PAYMENT
After you pay the deposit, there is an outstanding balance of £295 for this course. You have two options:
Option 1-Full Payment
Make full payment of £295 can be an option paid direct to the tutor who will give you the full information once you sign up.
Payment includes all course material, support (one on one, feedback of assignments and mentor) and certification upon completion of the course.
Option 2-Installments
Pay in 3 Installments. First payment of £98 is due immediately (before you will be enrolled onto the course). It will then be required to pay the second installment of £98 a month later and the final payment of £98 the following month.
For example, you booked the course in July. First payment is due immediately (course will then be sent). Second payment is due in August and the final payment is due in September.
The Installment option will be automatically set up through PayPal.
Payment includes all course material, support (one on one, feedback of assignments and mentor) and certification upon completion of the course.
When will I receive the course information?
As soon as payment has been made in full or your initial deposit has been paid to your tutor.
When can I start the course?
As soon as payment has been made in full or your initial deposit has been paid to your tutor.
This course has been awarded 500 CPD Points
The Diploma in Nutrition Includes
The Role of a Nutritionist
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The Digestive System
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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins and Minerals
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Understanding the Glycaemic Index (GI) and the Glycaemic Load (GL)
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A Healthy Diet
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Specialist Diets
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Food as Medicine
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Allergies and Intolerances
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Dealing with Clients
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How to create a professional development plan
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Setting up your business
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Marketing your business
The course will give you an understanding of the importance of nutrition for optimum health.
You will learn the basics of what is involved in good nutrition and gain up to date research in the field. You will also be given the confidence to set up your own practice as a nutritionist once qualified.
You will be assigned a personal tutor to help you with your work and any questions you may have. Your tutor will be a fully qualified nutritionist and on board to help you every step of the way.
After completing the diploma you will also be assigned a personal mentor to help you set up your business. They will provide you with one on one support and practical advice to ensure you succeed in your new career as a nutritionist.
Once qualified you will be able to help people from all walks of life, ranging from babies to the elderly. Nutrition can be used to improve cardiovascular disease, respiratory or digestive disorders, diabetes, allergies and intolerances, bone and muscle pain and much more.
Why Become a Nutritionist?
There are many reasons to become a nutritionist, below are just a few
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You can work the hours you choose
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You will be in demand from day one
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You can work from home or a location you choose
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You can fit your career around your life
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Every day will offer a new and exciting challenge
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You dictate your own success
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You can be your own boss
Is a career in nutrition really for me?
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Would you like more freedom and control in your life?
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Do you want a healthy life for you and your family?
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Are you always looking at food labels?
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Do you want to help others with their nutrition?
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Do you want to choose when and where you work?
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Are you excited by health and wellbeing?
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Do you want to work from the comfort of your own home?
If you have answered yes to four or more of the above, a career in nutrition may be just for you.
How the Course Works
The Diploma in Nutrition will allow you to study at your own pace in your own home. You can start it in your own time and complete what you can when you have the time. You will have a year to finish the course and even if you don’t finish it in that time, arrangements can be made.
There are 13 modules to complete and some of these will include assignments. Once you have completed an assignment you will simply e-mail it to your tutor and wait for feedback.
You will receive detailed feedback within 5 working days from a fully qualified nutritionist and tutor. They will be there to help you every step of the way.
Beth Cook, a leading health and well-being expert and nutritionist, who wrote the course with the student in mind. It is packed with information and inspiring ideas, up to date research and tasks and assignments to ensure you are learning every step of the way.
Once you have paid your deposit, your tutor will be notified of the booking and will contact you within 48 hours for confirmation and final payment.
The course will be dispatched the same day as final payment has been made, or the following day if paid after 5pm.
THIS COURSE HAS BEEN AWARDED 500 CPD POINTS
You will be enrolled onto the course and have full access to:
You will be enrolled onto the course and have full access to:
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The Diploma in Nutrition manual
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An easy to follow guide on how to complete your course
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A free booklet on home study tips
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Supplementary information to further your reading and understanding of the subject
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Video Clips
The course will be yours to start in your own time and remember if you have any questions your tutor can be contacted for help.
You will receive confirmation of your course booking.
How long will it take me to complete the course?
The course will take between 6 months and one year to finish. You will be given up to a year from the date you start to complete all the assignments.
If for some reason you are unable to finish in this time you can speak to your tutor to make further arrangements. The course can be started at anytime throughout the year.
What sort of assignments will I be asked to do?
You will be sent a pack at the beginning of your course outlining the whole course content. The course consists of thirteen modules and there will be an assignment for most. The assignment will either be working on a hypothetical case study or doing some research.
Can I call myself a nutritionist?
Yes you can call yourself a nutritionist.
Can I put letters after my name?
Yes, when you have completed the course you can put the letters DipN after your name.
98' to present date
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