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Level 3 Nutrition and Weight Management

Qualification: Central YMCA Qualifications Level 3 Nutrition and Weight Management

Delivery Methods

Online – 1 day attendance
Intensive – 1 day attendance

Course Cost

£249 – Online
£249 – Intensive

Course Description

This course is aimed at individuals over the age of 18 who wish to improve their knowledge of nutrition and weight management. Understanding the importance of good nutrition is vital to all fitness professionals and providing nutritional advice and strategies will improve the results of your clients and expand your current client base. It also forms part of the Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training qualification.

You will learn:

Digestive system - structure and function
Basic nutrition and its relationship to health
Proteins, carbohydrates, fats, water, vitamins and minerals
Nutrition and energy systems
Weight management
Shopping, food labels, cooking and eating out
Planning a safe and effective nutrition and exercise programme

Prerequisites

You must hold a current qualification (within 3 years) in either Level 2 Fitness Instructor - Gym, or Level 2 Fitness Instructor - Exercise to Music. Candidates may also be considered if their qualification is not current but they can prove ongoing industry experience.

Training days

Online

You will not be required to attend any training days for this course. After you have completed the online material you will need to book in for your assessment day.

Intensive