Nutrition for Physical Activity & Sport - Health Fitness Qualifications

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This is a Level 4 qualification suitable for individuals who require an understanding of nutrition and diet and their effect on health. It is particularly relevant for people working in the health, fitness or catering professions who might have a role in the promotion of healthy eating or the preparation of meals, menus and diets for sportspeople at all levels of ability.

The objective of the qualification is to provide knowledge and understanding of the nutritional requirements for a healthy diet, the effect of diet on health and the importance of hydration. These principles are then applied to fulfilling the dietary requirements for physical activity and sport.

What does this qualification cover?

The qualification is divided into two units:

• Principles of Nutrition
• Nutrition for Physical Activity and Sport

Throughout the two units, you will cover:

• Principles of Nutrition
• Sources, functions and uses of macro and micronutrients
• Energy, nutrient and hydration requirements of individuals throughout life
• The effects of diet on health
• Legislation as it relates to labelling and advertising of foods
• The requirements for nutrients and hydration during physical activity
• The relationship between nutrition and physical activity
• How to advise participants in physical activities on nutritional strategies (and menus) to improve performance
• The importance of energy balance and how this can be achieved.
• Analysis of food diaries
• The components of energy consumption and expenditure
• Factors that affect energy, nutrient and hydration requirements of individuals in relation to social, cultural, religious and ethnic groups
• The relationship between diet and disease
• Possible dietary influences for different groups
• Macro and micro-nutrient requirements for different physical activities and sports
• The role of nutrients in energy production
• Internal energy reserves and their roles during exercise
• Energy expenditure and nutrient use for different physical activities
• Developing nutritional strategies for participants to improve performance
• The use of performance enhancing products and sports drinks in nutritional planning for participants in sports and physical activity

Entry Requirements

It is recommended that candidates hold a Level 3 qualification in nutrition such as:

• RSPH Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Healthier Food and Special Diets or the RSPH Certificate in Nutrition and Health.
• Level 3 Award in Nutrition to Support Physical Activity (completed as part of Level 3 Personal Training Diploma).

There is an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at level 3.

How is the qualification assessed?

Students will be expected to complete two assignments, which will be internally assessed and externally verified. The assignment criteria will be discussed on course and sufficient guidance given to students. Students will also be signposted to a recommended reading list to assist them with completion of assignments.

Additional Costs

None – you may re-sit the assessment portion of this course for FREE.

Payment Options

Like all qualifications available through Leisure Active Training, you have the option of financing the cost of the course through a number of affordable monthly instalments at 5% interest with low deposit options available.

Accreditation

LA Training is an approved training centre with Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH). Established in 1856, Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) is an independent campaigning and educational charity dedicated to improving and protecting the health of the public – both in the United Kingdom and around the world. On achieving the assessment and quality assurance process, your nationally recognised certificate will be processed. RSPH are also the UK’s leading OFQUAL regulated Qualifications Awarding Organisation in the field of Public Health. Every day, hundreds of thousands of RSPH Qualified professionals fulfil vital roles in communities the length and breadth of the country.