VTCT Diploma in Non-Medical Nutritional Advice

Non-Medical nutritional advice is that commonly given by holistic, health, beauty and fitness therapists.

 

Critical aspects of this qualification are the way in which it emphasises the non-medical nature of any advice given, the restriction of such advice with in age range 18-70 and the specification of reference to professional medical or nutrition advice when any abnormalities are encountered. In this way, experience has shown that non-medical therapists can contribute to good health and support the health services.

 

 

How long is the course?
The course is run over 5 days. 9.30 till 5pm

Monday to Friday

 

or for people stretched with time and commitments

 

10 Monday evenings from 6 - 9pm

 

Course content

  • consultation procedures
  • special dietary requirements
  • dietary planning
  • related A&P
  • carb,fats, proteins,vitamins,minerals,fibre
  • hydration-fluids
  • national guidelines
  • body mass index
  • we will also have lunch on one day- healthy eating
  • taste teasting of alterative foods for allergy suffers
  • record keeping
  • food energy values
  • healthy eating
  • contra-indications

How is the course taught?

Lectures, tutorials, visual learning aids, interactive smart board and internet link. students will also give each other treatments in the practical sessions. there will also be two practical sessions on the general public.


Entry requirements of course

There are no entry requirements for this course, however a good level of verbal and written English is required as communication with clients and written consultation,meal planning are the focal point of the course.

Course requirements whilst studying
You will require to wear the college uniform, this is a plain black tee shirt(no logos) or black tunic top, black trousers and flat black (no open toes) clean shoes. also an Apron for the practical food session


You will be required to have access to a computer for typing assignments and broadband with your own email address for courses notes to be sent and assignments to be returned to centre.

You will need to bring pens, paper, colour pencils or you may wish to work directly onto your laptop.

You will be required to purchase recommended course books. Two maximum

How is the course assessed?

  • Assignments
  • case studies- 10 clients with initial comprehensive consultation,  each clients 7 days food diary carried out before your consultation, dietary plan for 2 weeks and follow up consultation and plan with your self critic of the progress and results( 10 clients X 2 sessions each) plus 2 other consultations.
  • assessment book and portfolio
  • One practical assessment consultation.

 

Home study

You will require to do practical and theoretical home study in between college sessions.


What qualification will i gain?
Upon successful completion of the course candidates will be awarded VTCT Diploma in Non- Medical Nutritional Advice and Health Academics Diploma in Non-Medical Nutritional Advice

 

Course fees
The cost of the course is £450, including course handouts plus VTCT assessment book fee £29 and a one off life membership registration to VTCT of £16

 

Course dates for 2010

 The five day course will run from 3rd June 2010 for the week.

 

Please contact us for more information. However if you wish to fast track this course on a one to one basis please discuss.

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Tel: 01749 678402

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£450.00