Sports Nutrition QLS Level 3

Course Code

SH009

Develop your knowledge of sports nutrition, from home! 

Understand the human body’s structure, including life processes and bodily functions.
Learn about the body’s cells structure and functions.
Identify the different systems in the body such as the respiratory and lymphatic systems and how they work.
Study the various sources of nutrition and the effect they have an effect on our body.

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The course will allow you to study when and where you want, at your own pace. All coursework can be submitted by either post or email making it easier and hassle-free.

All of the materials will be delivered to you or delivered by post, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors are always a click away by email, giving you advice and helping you through your course.

Course Duration

Up to 12 months

Course Outcome

You will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Quality License Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments

Human body structure
Body functions
Life process
Anatomical terminology

Cells structure and function
Body tissues
Membranes

Functions of the skeletal system
Bone tissue
Bone development and growth
Classifications of bones
Division of the skeleton

Functions of the muscular system
Structure of the skeletal muscle
Muscle types
Skeletal muscle groups

Functions of the nervous system
Nerve tissue
Organisation of the nervous system

Introduction to the endocrine system
Characteristics of hormones
Endocrine glands

Introduction to the cardiovascular system
Heart
Blood

Functions of the lymphatic system
Components of the lymphatic system

Introduction to the respiratory system
Mechanics of ventilation
Respiratory volumes and capacities
Conducting passages

Functions of the digestive system
General structure
Regions of the digestive system

Introduction to the reproductive system
Male reproductive system
Female reproductive system

Macronutrients
Non-essential amino acids
Essential amino acids
Carbohydrates

Protein
Carbohydrate
Fat dietary
Know the limits

RDA
Female average
Male average
Child average

Supplements
Creative monohydrate
DHEA

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Deserts
Snacks

Alcohol’s effect on metabolism
Caffeine's effect on metabolism
Eating disorders
Fad diet

Assessment

This course is assessed through a series of written assignments, which are submitted to your tutor to be marked. No external examination is required.

Course duration

This course will take you 12 months to complete.

Study method

This course will allow you to work at home or at work. All materials for the course will be received by post. You will also get tutor support by email.

Course outcomes

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Quality License Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the details of all the units the learner has completed as part of the course).

Awarding body

This course has been endorsed by the Quality License Scheme for its high-quality. The Quality Licence Scheme, endorses high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

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Student notebook*

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