About this course
More than half of the people in England are overweight or obese. This includes 61.9% of adults and 28% of children.
This programme looks in detail at all aspects of the human body including how we move, respond, think, and live and how this can be affected by our own lifestyle choices. Learners will explore the essential aspects of what we need to fuel our bodies in order to begin (or maintain) a fit and healthy lifestyle. This includes diet, nutrition, exercise, mental health and food safety awareness.
This course will improve both your knowledge and employability skills, proving to any current or future employer that you have the willingness and enthusiasm to go that extra mile.
Your programme will be split into four separate areas, these are:
Nutrition and Health
- How your diet affects your health
- The components of a healthy diet
- Healthy food preparation
- Food safety awareness
Exercise Studies
- The principles of exercise
- Planning an exercise session
- Staying safe while you exercise
The Care and Management of Diabetes
- An introduction to diabetes
- The different forms and causes of diabetes
- How diet, exercise and lifestyle affect Type 2 diabetes
Mental Health Awareness
- Understanding stress
- Understanding anxiety
- Understanding depression.
