Course Overview
You'll begin by understanding your own nutrition, before looking at the science that underlies the subject. Naturally, you'll cover all the nutrients, including carbohydrates, proteins and vitamins, with the overall aim of gaining a thorough knowledge of healthy eating and how to put it into practice.
Pre-requisites
The great news is that you don't need any previous experience to take this course.
Key Topics
- Introduction to Nutrition
- Nutrients, their Sources and Functions
- Food and Energy
- Nutrition in Practice
Qualification
ASET Level 1 Certificate in Nutrition Awareness
Support
As an ICS student you will have your own personal tutor helping you with your course work and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact our Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%.
What's more, you'll have access to the ICS online Student Community, where you can interact with other students, browse our resource library and manage your account.
Assessment
This course includes a number of assessments that you complete as part of your coursework. You must also complete a personal project and a final multiple choice test paper.
What our Students Say
"ICS offered me something that most other providers didn't and that was to study at home and at my own pace. The course was great! It was very interesting and the coursework was both challenging and fun.It has also helped me to get into the career I have always wanted, and given me a recognised qualification in that field." Hayley Eaton, ICS Graduate, Plymouth.
Your Future Prospects
The knowledge you will gain from this course will be invaluable to you if you currently work in the field of health and social care, or more generally in any job where you require knowledge of good diet and nutrition.
NB. Please note that the registration fees are excluded from the online discount.