Level 2 Award in Nutrition, Performance and Healthy Eating
Gain an understanding of nutrition, including the function of food, the relationship between food and health, the importance of a balanced diet, the principles of weight control and how to promote healthy eating.
Course Summary

Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
The aim of this qualification is to provide learners with an understanding of nutrition, including the function of food, the relationship between food and health, the importance of a balanced diet, the principles of weight control and how to promote healthy eating.
Courses are delivered at Broomfield Hall over three consecutive Saturdays. Courses are scheduled to run on:
ED Saturday: 29/01/22 – 12/02/22
EE Saturday: 2/07/22 – 16/07/22
The course costs £177.50.
There needs to be a minimum of five candidates enrolled in order for each course to start.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements but candidates should have the literacy skills to write at a Level 2 standard.
What will you learn?
There is one mandatory unit:
- Understand Nutrition, Performance and Healthy Eating
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered on-site.
What will you need to bring with you?
There are no additional costs but you will benefit from having your own laptop.
How will you be assessed?
You will be assessed via worksheets and in-class tasks.
Where next?
This qualification provides progression to a Level 2 Gym Instruction programme as well as to courses in other related areas such as Sports Massage.
Or you may be interested in these other part-time courses at DCG:
- Level 2 Award in Safeguarding
- Level 2 Award in Alcohol Awareness
- Level 2 Award in Smoking Cessation
- Level 2 Award in Mental Health
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information contact Derby College on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
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Course Information Last Updated On: October 12, 2021 2:34 pm