Diet Nutrition and Exercise for Children

Course Code: BA113
Award Level 3, Similar to - A-Level

Education about nutrition and exercise for children is increasingly needed in the UK to tackle childhood obesity.

Encourage children to lead a healthy lifestyle; teaching children to take responsibility for their own health and fitness will give them the tools to apply sound techniques through their adult life.
Develop your knowledge of nutritional and physical needs, food labelling, the digestive system, food hygiene and how to plan a meal.
Explore the dietary needs of five specific age groups; babies, ages 1 to 3, 3 to 5, 6 to 12 and teenagers.

All course materials will be delivered to you by post or via email, so it couldn't be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by email.

You will have more than enough time to complete your course so you can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.

Home learning is simple and stress-free, so enrol with us today!

Course Content

Unit 1: Nutrition and Healthy Eating

The main food groups
Health problems associated with excess and inadequate nutrient intake in children and adults
Good health and five a day recommendation
Body mass index

Unit 2: Food Hygiene and Food Safety

Good hygiene practices in the kitchen
Shopping for food
Storing food safely
Preparing food safely
Cooking food safely
Food poisoning
Pet safety

Unit 3: Nutrition for Children from Birth to 16 Years

Weaning and feeding babies
Healthy eating for children aged between 1 and 3 years
Healthy eating for pre-school children between 3 and 5 years
Healthy eating for school age children between 6 and 12 years
Healthy eating for teenagers

Unit 4: Key Nutrients and Vitamins

Benefits and limitations of key nutrients
Non-nutrient foods
The balance of good health

Unit 5: Nutritional Guidelines and Menu Planning

Recommended daily allowances from each food group
Improving nutrition and reducing health problems in under 5’s
Planning healthy meals and snacks

Unit 6: Digestion

The structure of the digestive system
Changes that occur to food as it passes through the digestive system

Unit 7: Food Labels

High, medium and low fat, sugar and salt content
The complexity of food labels

Unit 8: Dietary Changes

Factors influencing people’s food choices
Barriers to dietary change

Unit 9: The Nutritional Needs of Specific Groups

Groups of children who need additional dietary consideration
Identifying help and support

Unit 10: The Principles of Exercise

The benefits of physical play and exercise
Supporting physical exercise in children

Assessment

You will be assessed through a series of written assignments, which are submitted to and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Course Duration

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. We suggest that the course will take approximately 90 hours to complete.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students will receive all course materials by post or online, plus tutor support by email.

Qualification

Level 3 Award in Diet, Nutrition and Exercise for Children.

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Level 3 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland."

Course Questions and Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

You will have 12 months to complete this course so you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines. This course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

Student record bag
Pen
Mouse mat
Study guide
Comprehensive study notes
Personal tutor support
Assignment marking and feedback
Accreditation

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

No. Your certification is issued based on your tutor-marked assignments alone.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No. Everything you need is included in the price!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

You will send your work back to your personal course tutor for them to mark and return to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your certification.