Clinical Weight Control Level 3

Course Code: SAC160
Award Level 3, Similar to - NVQ Level 3, A-Level

Diet & Nutrition advisors are always in demand. This course would be a fantastic follow on from the Diet & Nutrition Advisor course, or as an add on to previous qualifications.

Course Content

The psychology of weight control
Body image
Lifestyle
Transactional analysis
Responsibility
Creative visualisation
The physiology of weight control
Addiction symptoms
Nutritional needs
Eating for health life
Eating disorders
Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
Binge eating
The clinician's role as counsellor
Basic counselling
Setting up a practice

Course Duration

This home learning course will take approximately 150 hours and there is no time limit for completion.

Assessment

The Clinical Weight Control course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time and there are no time limits on this course.

Qualifications

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 (in which case GCSE's are at levels 1 and 2 and A Levels are at level 3).

This award has been designed to meet specific learners' or employers' requirements. Accreditation by NCFE is a guarantee of quality. It means that this learning programme has been scrutinised and approved by an independent panel of experienced educational professionals and is quality audited biannually by NCFE.

You can read more about NCFE and our awarding bodies here: Awards

Course Questions & 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?

There is no time limit to complete this home learning 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?

A free, quality study bag
Study guide
Comprehensive study notes
Unlimited tutor support
Assignment marking & feedback
Accreditation
A stationery pack including paper, envelopes, and a pen.

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

No. We will issue certification based on your coursework alone.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Once we receive your work we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your diploma proving your success in the chosen subject.