NUTRITION FOR CHILDREN
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8 hours of study
5 REPs CEC points and Fitness Australia for 8 CEC points Physical Activity Australia: Approximate conversion of 4-8 CECs to PDPs = 2 PDPs CPE points from ATMS, ANTA and NHAA may be applicable upon request to your registering body. All students receive a transcript of results and Certificate of Attainment with relevant accrediting logos. $150 (inclusive of GST) Yes for two or more students Mail: Cheque; Money Order; Online: Via PayPal; Visa; Mastercard; Visa Debit; Bank transfer. You do not need a PayPal account to enrol online using a credit card. |
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CONTENT The following is a brief guide to the type of detail and content you will cover in this course: Developing healthy eating habits What is ‘eating well’? Dietary guidelines Updates on food groups and pyramids How are they faring? Growth patterns in children Recommended intakes: things have changed Energy in the balance Simple carbohydrates and added sugars Refined sugars or added sugar? How much should children consume? How much is needed for health? Fat: the right balance is important Where do children get most of their saturated fat? Dietary fat requirements for children Problems with low-fat diets in young children When to opt for fat-altered products What’s wrong with standard vegetable oils Trans-fatty acids: a quick review Protein for growth, immunity and mood Where do we find protein? How much protein is enough? Assessing a child’s eating habits Fluid and hydration What if a child doesn’t like water? How much should a child drink? What about sports drinks Juice: too much of a good thing? How much is okay? Juice and tooth decay Selected nutrients Vitamin C Foods dense in nutrients Fat-soluble vitamins (vitamins A, D, E and K) Milk and calcium How much milk? Calcium sources Milk alternatives Alternative ‘milk’ drinks Iron Iodine Weighty issues When is a child overweight? How is overweight tested in children? What are some of the reasons a child becomes overweight? What about junk food? What should be done if a child is overweight? Why children shouldn’t be placed on a diet Weight and getting active Does TV have any effect? How can I get a child active? Behaviour and food Nutrients and behaviour Food additives Helpful websites and organisations Some living examples General checkpoints on food and behaviour Product checks Going clean can be confusing Where is parent power? Practical application Case studies, practical scenarios, links to relevant sites and reports and surveys |
TESTIMONIALS I work with children for school sports and this has been invaluable, the tip sheets were gold for the parents and the school was thrilled with the extra information we have been able to supply. Cherie, Brisbane I have learnt so much, this course is packed with info. Don't give your children apple juice! Thats a great piece of knowledge, thanks. Lindsay, Malayasia |
