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Diet & Nutrition for Complementary TherapistsCourse syllabus and structure Additionally you will develop underpinning knowledge
and skills required to successfully compose a dietary plan. Included are: calories, RDA's, cholesterol, carbohydrates, proteins, vegetarian diets, food allergies and food poisoning. This is ideal for any complementary therapist who wishes to be able to give more guidance to their clients on healthy eating and the holistic approach. During the course you will be eligible for student membership to the Complementary Therapists Association. Course is limited to eight students. Venue Mullingar / Online Next Course Start Date Contact Us (Blended Learning) Assessment Attendance of tutor led sessions is an important part of the course and the following assessments: Exams Case Studies Students will need to have completed 20 nutritional consultations on 5 different clients for case studies before completing the course including: 1. Consultation Course Delivery Course is available in two formats
Distance Learning Option Course duration is 11 months. Students are given their modules with guided learning and support. After each module is completed an assignment is return to A.U.R.A. by the students then the assignment is marked / returned and the next module is sent to the student. There are also 2 days ( usually held on saturday) of compulsory tutorials for the case studies and mock exam. The exam is held at A.U.R.A. on the 11th month. Part Time Study Option Course duration is 11 months. 10 Saturdays spread over 10 months with the examination on the 11th month. Each session starts at 9:00am and finish at 5:30pm. The course may alternatively run on a Saturday depending on student requirements / situations and subject to student numbers. Course Entry The level 3 Certificate in Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapists has a pre-requisite whereby the candidate must hold a therapy qualification or a Anatomy and Physiology qualification or equivalent, 20 years or older, Completed Application Form with a deposit of €250. Fees Distance Learning Other payment options available on request. (Includes tutoring, course notes, books, tutorials) Part Time Study OPTION 1 - €1320 Other payment options available on request. (Includes tutoring, course notes, books, tutorials)
With the International Training Examination Council (ITEC) Qualification Once qualified you will be awarded an ITEC Level 3 Certificate in Diet & Nutrition for Complementary Therapists. This will entitle you to Full Membership of the Complementary Therapists Association and you will be eligible for Professional insurance to practice as a Diet & Nutrition Advisor in Ireland. Career Opportunities Successful Completion of this course will enable students to practice as a Professional Diet & Nutrition Advisor to work in their own practice or in a health care setting. Application Form Please contact us for details on how to apply for this course and next start date. Contact Britta Stewart Dolan 044 9345607 Course Tutor - Britta Stewart Dolan Diet & Nutrition is an essential part of our everyday life and enhances our health in a natural manner. It gives one an insight into the holistic side of healing the body in a simple way. There are many factors to assist clients in bringing holistic balance to their well being. One factor would be what clients eat or drink. Or another way of looking at the situation of what the clients don't eat or drink. These simple factors can sometimes having a profound effect on the body and mind. The ITEC Level 3 (UK) Certificate in Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapists will enable therapists to provide “Healthy Eating” advice for their clients whom they already treat for another therapy for the purpose of improving health and lifestyle. |
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