Nutritional Advisor Course
Certificate in Nutritional Advice
Category: Correspondence
Kevala Centre,
Hunsdon Road,
Torquay,
Devon,
England,
TQ1 1QB.
01803-215678
Course Tutors: Heather Nicholson, Jackie Day, Samantha Flower
What is the aim of the course?
This course is designed to introduce you to the truly amazing subject of Nutritional Therapy. You may ultimately plan to practise as a therapist, or you may undertake the course to improve your own health or that of your family, through improved Diet and Nutrition. You may also want to work in an environment that requires you to be able to offer sound nutritional advice to others. Whichever category you fit into, the knowledge you gain from this course can help you and others live a healthier and potentially longer life. Not only is nutritional therapy used to treat current health problems, it may also be the best form of preventative medicine.
This programme will take you further than just basic nutrition, delving a little into the world of biochemistry. Don’t worry if chemistry is not your strong point. This is not the chemistry you learn in a science class but the way in which the body interacts with nutrients. It is a fascinating science in itself and its inclusion in the course is aimed to help you gain a deeper understanding of the effects nutrients have on the body. You will not be expected to be an expert in biochemistry at the end of this programme
This course conforms to the Core Curriculum of the Nutritional Advisors Register (NAR) and also forms the first part of the Core Curriculum of the Nutritional Therapy Council (NTC). On successful completion of this course the student will be eligible to enrol for the next level of the full Nutritional Therapy Programme - Nutritional Therapy Level One. They will also, subject to sitting the NAR’s formal examination, be able to join the NAR.
What does the course cover?
The course comprises 9 modules and covers:-
* Digestive & Excretory System
* Carbohydrates & Fibre
* Lipids
* Cholesterol & Proteins
* Water
* Vitamins
* Minerals
* Weight Management & Balanced diets
* Food labels
* Psychology & eating disorders
* Other components of a healthy lifestyle (exercise, smoking & alcohol habits, stress & foods)
* Food diaries
* Consultation skills & keeping records
* Pollutants
* Blood glucose
* Foods & their nutritional value
* Case studies: There are 6 case studies required to support this course.
* Theory & Practical Assessment
* Presentation skills
* Recommended Reading: The course gives details of the recommended books students should read.
N. B. Our full Anatomy & Physiology programme is included with this course.
Anatomy and Physiology is covered in depth and you are required to answer short questions and essay questions for this subject. Please note that if you require or would like a separate diploma for this subject you can obtain this upon request and for a small fee you will be able to take a final exam in this subject and then be issued with a separate diploma.
What qualification does this course give?
Having passed the Kevala Centre final examination the candidate will receive a Certificate in Nutritional Advice. They will also be entitled to sit the formal examination of the Nutritional Advisors Register at a fee of £50.00.
The completion of this programme entitles the candidate to enrol on the Kevala Centre Nutritional Therapy Diploma Course – Level 1.
What support is available?
Full tutor support is available from your own personal tutor and there are regular practical tutorials available at the Kevala Centre and also London too.
Dates
This course may be started at anytime, eliminating the need to wait for the start of an academic term. To enrol simply complete the enrolment form and send or fax it to us with the appropriate remittance. Please state whether you wish to receive your study modules by mail or downloaded from our website. Online students and those who enrol by telephone on +44 (0)1803-215678, and pay by credit card will receive their username and password by the next working day.
