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Human Nutrition I

Build a strong foundation in human nutrition by understanding how food fuels the body, supports wellbeing and empowers healthier dietary choices for yourself and others.

Duration: 100 Hours
Modules: 9
Qualification: Statement of Attainment

£349.00

12 Months
Unlimited Tutor Support
100% Online Self Paced
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Who Is This Course For?

Find out who will benefit most.

Ideal for aspiring nutrition professionals, health coaches, chefs, carers and anyone wanting practical knowledge to improve diet, health and everyday wellbeing confidently.

Whether supporting clients or improving your own lifestyle, you’ll develop practical nutritional knowledge to make informed dietary decisions and confidently promote healthier eating habits for long-term wellbeing.

What You’ll Learn

High quality content, with clearly structured knowledge.

01

Recognise how balanced nutrition supports lifelong health, energy and everyday physical wellbeing naturally.

02

Discover how digestion, nutrients and healthy eating patterns work together to improve wellbeing while supporting optimal body function every day.

03

See how carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water and digestive health combine to support energy production, healthy body function and long-term nutritional wellbeing.

04

Confidently identify essential nutrients required for healthy growth, repair and daily body function.

05

Know how food choices influence digestion, metabolism and nutritional wellbeing while supporting healthier eating habits for individuals and families alike.

06

Move beyond basic healthy eating by developing practical nutritional understanding, stronger food knowledge and greater confidence to make informed dietary recommendations for everyday wellbeing.

YOUR SUCCESS MATTERS

All courses have unlimited tutor support by phone and email, with industry-leading high quality content.

Course Modules

Learn modules one step at a time, and each module leads naturally into the next one.

Module 1

Introduction to Nutrition

  • Food groups
  • Cooking methods
  • Eating habits
  • Food allergies
  • Nutrition basics

Module 2

The Digestive System

  • Digestive organs
  • Digestive hormones
  • Enzymes
  • Nutrient absorption
  • Urinary system

Module 3

Energy Value of Foods

  • Nutrition science
  • Energy production
  • Basal metabolism
  • Nutrients

Module 4

Carbohydrates & Fats

  • Carbohydrates
  • Dietary fats
  • Fat metabolism
  • Alcohol

Module 5

Proteins

  • Protein sources
  • Body functions
  • Grains
  • Meat
  • Dairy
  • Nuts and seeds

Module 6

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Fat-soluble vitamins
  • Water-soluble vitamins
  • Minerals
  • Dietary intake
  • Calcium

Module 7

Water

  • Body hydration
  • Water balance
  • Dehydration
  • Water retention
  • Body function

Module 8

Nutrient Disorders

  • Digestive disorders
  • Food allergies
  • Cholesterol
  • Nutrient deficiencies
  • Heart disease

Module 9

Nutrition in Practice

  • Healthy eating
  • Dietary planning
  • Food choices
  • Nutritional wellbeing
  • Practical applications

Course Information

Everything you need to know before you enrol, explained clearly in one simple place.

REQUIREMENTS

No previous experience required

This course is designed for anyone beginners and suitable for all learners.

Basic computer skills recommended

You'll only need basic computer skills and internet access.

Internet connection required

A stable internet connection is needed to access your course materials and submit assessments.

ASSESSMENT

Tutor-marked assignments

Your assignments are marked by experienced tutors who provide helpful feedback.

Practical assessments

Learn by doing with practical assessments designed to build real world skills.

No examinations

There are no exams. Your learning is assessed through practical assignments and activities.

QUALIFICATION

Digital certificate

Your qualification will be issued as a digital certificate which you can download and share.

Issued on completion

Your certificate is issued once you have successfully completed all course requirements.