Accredited nutrition courses and programs for career planning, professional development and personal use. 15 CECs from Fitness Australia and 30 CPEs from ATMS for health care professionals. Also offers exemptions and direct pathway into the an Advanced Diploma of Nutrition and onto degree, and VETAB Statement of Attainment for unit "Provide Basic Dietary Advice'

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Accredited Certificate of Diet and Nutrition (NUT01)

Why choose our nutrition course over others?  Simple! Unlike many other courses ours are written and devised by some of Australia's leading nutrition, health, sporting and education experts, all with a proven history in their fields.  You learn from the best in the industry and receive benefits from our strong industry affiliations with companies such as Sanitarium, Huggies, Parents Centre NZ, the Sea Eagles and dozens of education centres around Australia and New Zealand.  Ideal for personal or professional use, you are not likely to find a course as comprehensive and well priced as this one.  Excellent as an insight into the science of nutrition, especially if you are considering studying at a tertiary level.

Your nutrition course pack includes everything you need, 350 page text, student manual (with details of our easy access support) and optional password protected online facilities with extensive policy, reports, tip sheets and links so you can take your learning as far as you choose. Also included is an extensive CD of resources (including our very popular nutrition tip sheets now seen throughout the world), assessment and reply paid envelope, additional nutrition booklets and manuals plus a module-by-module study guide which helps you to apply your knowledge to diets, products and more. Your study guide will also help you pace yourself through the course and ensure you have picked up on the focus areas.  

Duration: 34 hours of study (2 hours per week over 17 weeks - flexible)


Accreditation: Nationally recognised VETAB Statement of Attainment option; 30* CPE points from ATMS, Nationally Accredited by Fitness Australia for 15 CEC points, 37.5 CECs from REPs NZ, 18 CPE points from NHAA, continuing education points from REPS for NZ Fitness Professionals, and may be eligible for PME points (AAMT)

Pathway to an Advanced Diploma of Nutrition or the Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy: Covering elements and units of the Health Training Package:
  Provide Basic Dietary Advice (HLTNUT610A - see FAQ for more on unit codes)
         Unit 1; Identify Appropriate Dietary Modifications and;        
         Unit 2;
Negotiate Dietary Change with Client

The above nationally recognised units are part of the Advanced Diploma of Nutrition. All students receive evidence of completion of this unit to use as RPL for other courses, plus the option to gain a nationally recognised VETAB Statment of Attainment from our RTO partner, the Academy of Complementary Health (WEA Hunter). Not only can you use your nutrition course for application to a Diploma in Nutrition but you can gain direct entry into the Diploma of Nutrition and receive an exemption for the first year subject, Nutrition One, at the Academy. In essence you will already have made a start on your diploma using this course.

Remember, while RTOs must 'recognise' students with relevant studies from another RTO, a unit of competency may not automatically give you an exemption. Also, not all units colleges offer are included in the the Advance Diploma of Nutritional Medicine, for example some SFR units (Sports) are really only useful if you are going to do a personal trainers course. You can check the relevant units by reading the Academy's Course Prospectus. Lastly, when you use a qualification from one college with another, unless they have an agreement, appling using RPL can be very costly. The relationship Cadence Health has with the Academy reduces these issues, makes a seamless transition and avoids many costly charges.

The Academy Programme is a three year full-time Advanced Diploma that feeds into the Bachelor of Health Science at Charles Sturt University where you are be able to specialise in a nutrition stream. The Academy programme has been fully accredited with the University. In addition you can then go on and apply for post graduate qualifications in university nutrition courses for Nutrition Society of Australia registration. The Diploma is offered by both distance and face-to-face modes. Staff at Cadence Health can make arrangements to have someone call to discuss these qualifications with you. Alternatively you may download the Academy Programme here or contact Carolyn Ward at The Academy on 02 4926 1113 or email Carolyn.
 
Spend your hard earned money and your time with established colleges so you get a qualilty education that assures you of a profession at the end of it.

Assessment:  Open-book assessment, various sections designed as a learning tool to ensure you get the most from your studies. Staff on hand to take your questions and support your learning.

Group packages available: Yes, upon request

Investment: $350 AUD ($50 postage for International Students. New Zealand residents enrol via Absolute Health)

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DETAILED COURSE OUTLINE: The Accredited Certificate of Diet and Nutrition

An introduction to nutrition and diet

Nutrition and diet

                        Current Australian dietary trends and Dietary Guidelines for Australians

                        The five food groups

                        Rules and principles of a good diet - going beyond the guidelines

Classification of nutrients: Macronutrients and micronutrients  

           

The digestive system 

Basic concepts and functions of digestion    

The digestive system                         

                       

Carbohydrates:  Sugars, complex carbohydrates and dietary fibre

The structure of carbohydrates

Digestion and absorption of carbohydrates 

Heath effects and recommended intakes of carbohydrates    

                         Recommended intakes of simple sugars  

                         Sugars in the Australian diet

                         Soft drink consumption and sugar intake

Reading food labels for sugar content 

                         Nutrition information 

                         Total sugars vs. added sugars 

                         Ways to reduce sugar intake in the diet  

Health effects of complex carbohydrates and dietary fibre

                         Recommended intakes of complex carbohydrates

                        Ways to increase dietary fibre intake in the diet

Carbohydrate deficiency 

Focus Point on blood sugar balance and the Glycaemic Index (GI) of food 

                         

Protein and amino acids

The structure of protein 

Essential and non-essential amino acids   

Digestion and absorption of proteins    

Heath effects and recommended intakes of protein    

Protein quality 

                        Net protein utilization of protein  

                        Limiting amino acids  

                        Protein complementation

Digestion and absorption of proteins    

Focus Point on vegetarian diets 

           

Dietary fats (lipids)       

The structure of triglycerides     

                        Classification of dietary fats (saturated and unsaturated fats) 

Digestion and absorption dietary fat  

Heath effects and recommended intakes of dietary fats      

     Essential fatty acids  

     Trans-fatty acids  

     Dietary sources of fat

     Recommended intakes of dietary fats

          Reducing fat(s) in the diet     

Focus Point on vegetarian diets
     The structure of triglycerides

     

Vitamins 

Recommended Daily Intakes (RDIs) 

                        Classification of dietary fats (saturated and unsaturated fats) 

Heath effects and recommended intakes of dietary fats      

The fat-soluble vitamins -  A and beta-carotene, D, E and K   

Trans-fatty acids  

 

Water and minerals 

Recommended intakes of dietary fats

Reducing fat(s) in the diet     

     Water requirements 

Focus Point on dietary fat and cholesterol  

Minerals                                 

           Calcium 

                             Functions of calcium in the body 

The water-soluble vitamins  - B group vitamins and vitamin C   

                        Magnesium

           Calcium 

                         Magnesium and high blood pressure              

                         Dietary sources of magnesium 

                         Sodium and hypertension             

                         Chloride, , potassium, phosphorus, sulfur    

Trace minerals

                        Chromium, copper, fluoride, manganese, molybdenum, selenium   

                        Iodine  - deficiency and toxicity

                        Iron - deficiency and toxicity    

                    Forms of dietary iron

                    Iron supplementation  

                    Dietary sources of iron 

             Chloride, , potassium, phosphorus, sulfur    

             Functions of zinc in the body  

             Chromium, copper, fluoride, manganese, molybdenum, selenium   

Common body signals of micronutrient deficiencies 

Focus Point on nutritional supplements  

       

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Energy balance (calories and kilojoules)

Energy balance           

Energy in:  Caloric value of foods       

                  The caloric value of macronutrients     

Recommended ratios of nutrients 

                    Calculating kilojoules     

Energy out:  Components of energy expenditure and calculating daily caloric requirements

                        Thermogenesis           

Physical activity

Common body signals of micronutrient deficiencies 

                        Energy expenditure calculations   

 

Nutrition for athletes and the very active
Measurement of energy (calories and kilojoules)    

Fitness and physical activity      

The sporting diet   

                      Hydration and dehydration 

Food and sport      

                     Conversion of fuels in the body  

                      Aerobic exercise and anaerobic exercise 

                      Energy producing systems in the body

                      ATP, lactic acid and PC   

                      Fuels: Preferred fuels and body stores 

   Energy costs of various physical activities  

                      Importance of timing     

 Protein food and energy     

                      Maintaining fat-free mass/body mass    

                      Timing and quality   

                      Protein diets and fads   

Focus point on supplements and ergonomic aids     

                      Aerobic exercise and anaerobic exercise 

  

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Body composition, health and weight loss 

Body mass index (BMI)  

Body composition and body fat distribution   

 Waist to hip ratio  

Overweight, body shape, diet and health  

                          Cardiovascular disease    

  Diabetes   

  Cancer
Importance of timing 
Weight control
Protein diets and fads
Theories and causes
What happens in a fat cell
Fat stores in the body
Waist to hip ratio
Common factors that favour lipolysis   

                     Food choices           

                     The psychology of weight loss     

                     Strategies for fat loss  

                     Exercise and fat burning – the when, how and why  

Focus Point on menu planning for specific health conditions

Food safety 
      Food and bugs
      How does food poisoning occur
      Food safety
     Storing food and a timeline for refrigerated foods
     Cooling and reheating food safely

                     Cooking frozen foods        

                     Cleanliness and safety      

Additives                      

                     Additive groups and functions  

                     Food additives and health   

                     Exercise and fat burning – the when, how and why  

Pesticides  

                   Organic food facts     

                    Tips to reduce your exposure   

                    Food and bugs      

 

Nutrition for infants and children     (Written by Huggies Baby Club Nutritionist and a team of consultants)
Birth to six months                                      
      Breastfeeding          
      Infant formulas for feeding baby
      Cooling and reheating food safely      

Introducing solids
      Fluids in infancy and childhood
     Adverse reactions Rejection of foods      

Dietary recommendations, growth and development
Nutrients and food groups in childhood   

Carbohydrate: How much should our children consume?
Dietary fat intake in children                                                 

Problems with low fat diets in young children                

Protein requirements for the young                      

Dietary requirements of fruit, vegetables and legumes     

Fluid
Calcium and dairy
Sodium
Birth to six months - Requirements of iron for children
     Anaemia
Development of eating patterns
     Influences over eating patterns and eating concerns
     The influence of television
Food finickiness
     Suggestions for coping with food rejection
     Development of eating patterns
     The impacts of food neophobia on children’s health
Health and eating habits
     Diet, nutrition and teeth
     Allergies and intolerances
     Nutrition and behaviour
     Overweight, obesity, dieting and physical activity in childhood
     Children and dieting
     The importance of being active

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Nutrition for the over 50's    

The importance of nutrition in the latter years The process of ageing

What happens to our bodies with age?

Nutritional requirements for older adults

Dietary guidelines for older Australians
Energy requirements in older people Carbohydrates, fibre, protein, fat, micronutrients

vitamin D, B6, iron, calcium

         Sodium in the spotlight Fluids Nutritional status of older adults Health benefits of improved nutrition/ health and nutrition

Cardiovascular disease (CVD); Hypertension
Body mass and physical activity Body weight Physical activity and exercise for the over 50s

Bone and joint issues; Arthritis;  Osteoporosis

Cancer Constipation Eye disease Immunity Nutrition and behaviour                                                                    

Food safety

Drug nutrient interactions

Use of dietary supplements Meal planning

Ideas on improving meals and nutrients in meals

Sample Meal Plan
Focus point:  Supplements and your medications

Dietary assessment
Dietary assessment methods - 24-hour recall, diet diaries, frequency questionairres      
Using food servings for dietary analysis

Food pyramids and healthy eating The main messages

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)                 

Making changes Attitudes and behaviour

     Self-worth and self-competence

     Self-llimiting behaviours Overweight, obesity, dieting and physical activity in childhood
Reading food labels

Special topics offered also include:
Diet and cancer prevention
How to pick healthy products
Programming sports meal planners
Superfoods and food supplements

              

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TESTIMONIALS


I can't thank you enough for all of your help and assistance. It has been an absolute pleasure to deal with you and your staff. I will be highly recommending the course and your college to others. I look forward to receiving the certificate. The course has definitely sparked even more interest in continuing studies in nutrition. Being a Personal Trainer, as well as being gluten intolerant ... you could say that it's close to my heart (or maybe stomach/intestines!). Thanking you once again,
Melinda Pantelis, VIC (June 2010)

I  have recently had the opportunity of completing your Certificate programs in  Diet / Nutrition and Sports Nutrition. May I say they are both  excellent programs. I enrolled to gain basic information in both fields. I  found your text, guides, CD Rom, manual and assessments highly professional  and practical to use. Prior to enrolling I was a little concerned about the readability of material in this field being too "scientific" but was pleased to find your material written in an easy to understand form and in a logical  sequence. I thought this was critical, particularly for a distance education  program. Both the flexibility and practicality of your programs are to be  commended. Well done. Thank you for the feedback from the programs.
Kind  regards,

Graham Kinross, Central Coast, NSW

Compared to many other courses, I found the material easy to follow and interesting.  The best nutritional course I have completed!
Aine Farrell, Personal Trainer

I really enjoyed the format of how the course was set out, also the telephone support was always helpful and never made you feel that your call was a trouble.  I loved the course and look forward to doing more.  Will recommend your courses, they are really professional and well put together.
Virginia Fotiadis

 

I was using this course as an introduction to further studies in the field of nutrition to ensure I liked it before committing to a Diploma course which I am now going to undertake.

Eileen Tighe

 

The assessment was a delightful experience.  Now I often look at nutrition information on each food product I buy and it helps me to do sensible comparative shopping for my kids!  Thanks Cadence Health.

Jin Young OH

 

The course materials are excellent and a detailed source of information.

Dolly Tan


The course was really helpful, being a frequent weight trainer and supplement user, it has helped me understand why we do the things we do!

Lee Hopewell

 

I enjoyed the course so much that I have enrolled into a diploma course so I can practice as a nutritionist.

Pauline Smallwood

 

This course covered everything, and the additional resource disc was jammed pack full of lateral information, also I found the student page really helpful for research for my assessments at uni, great course!

Jason Ascot, Student


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