When & Where

Quick Facts

  • Availability Late starts accepted
  • Course Code W24SCIC01A
  • Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

This course is an introduction to the basic principles of nutrition; an overview of the basic building blocks of what, when and how to eat effectively to improve wellness, fitness and health.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Describe the concepts of nutritional health
  • Describe the nutritional recommendations for dietary intake
  • Describe the basic characteristics of essential nutrients

On successful completion of the course, you will achieve the following qualification: Certificate in Skills for Further Study in Health and Human Sciences [OCNLR]

Class format and activities

You will be taught in a number of different ways including presentation, discussions and problem solving tasks. Achievement on your course will be measured by whether you meet the learning outcomes above.

Entry requirements

No prior knowledge is required. The course is open to all with an interest in nutrition and health.

What you need to know before you enrol

This course will be offered online and you should be prepared to participate in virtual discussions. For further course information please email science.enquiries@morleycollege.ac.uk

What you need

A notepad and pen would be useful. You will also require a computer/tablet and internet access in order to join the session.

What you can do next

Learn more about the human body and biology by joining our Key Concepts in Science: More Biology course or our iGCSE in Human Biology course.