Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health 

Develop your knowledge and understanding of nutrition, hydration and health in adult social care settings.

Course overview

At a glance

Level

2

Duration

9 weeks

Location

Online

About the course

This regulated qualification is great for anyone in the health and social care sector who is looking to advance their skills and knowledge of nutrition in adult social care settings.

This short course comprises of remote webinars and regular 121s with a tutor, giving you the opportunity to learn flexibly. You will receive a professional Level 2 qualification awarded to you by TQUK.

Upon completion, learners can enhance their expertise with Adult Care apprenticeships or specialised care certificates, improving their career prospects in the care sector.

Is this course right for you?

This course is suitable for anyone over the age of 19 and working in the health and social care sector. Whether you are at a junior or senior level it is a valued qualification to apply for.

It is an ideal programme for you if you are working with or will work with adults in a care home or a domestic setting. Additionally it is suitable for you if you wish to develop your general knowledge and understanding of nutrition and health.

Realise epitomises what a positive partnership working can achieve. They are professional and supportive of myself and my staff.

Dr Louise May, Director and Owner of Kare Plus Wirral and Liverpool

Thanks to Realise, we can offer new caregivers a recognised qualification, which has provided us with some amazing new staff.

Michael, Recruitment and Training Manager, Home Instead

What you’ll learn

The regulated qualification comprises six mandatory units:

  • Unit One – Explore principles of healthy eating
  • Unit Two – Consider nutritional needs of a variety of individuals
  • Unit Three – Use food and nutrition information to plan a healthy diet
  • Unit Four – The principles of weight management
  • Unit Five – Understanding eating disorders
  • Unit Six – Principles of food safety for the home environment

Participants will also cover maths, English, digital skills, safeguarding and prevent and British values.

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How you’ll learn

Throughout the course you will receive 121 support for your learning and have access to trainers.

You’ll learn through:

  • 5 mandatory live webinars
  • Remote working
  • Dedicated and individualised support
  • Access to comprehensive resources
  • Summative assessment
  • Learner reflection and evaluation

Our experts

The people that make it happen

Charlene

Training & development officer

Tracey

Training & development officer

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Tracey

Training & development officer

I have been working in as an assessor for 5 years after working in the health and social care sector for over 30 years in elderly residential care where I specialised as a deputy manager in dementia care and end of life support. I love to share my knowledge and help learners to progress with their apprenticeship to give them the opportunity to achieve the skills and practice to support our aging population.
As an assessor I have keen belief that all learners are different and have a variety of aspirations and goals, whether it is just to up skill or to climb the career ladder as I did in my health and social care career.
I am looking forward to working at Realise and helping apprentices find the right course and support through a varied and structured journey of their learning and development and fulfilling their true potential.

Frequently asked questions

Who should study Understanding Nutrition and Health in Adult Social Care?
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This course is an ideal programme for you if you are working with or will work with adults experiencing nutritional health challenges in a care home or a domestic setting. Additionally, it is suitable for you if you wish to develop your general knowledge and understanding of maintaining good nutrition, hydration and health.

How do you earn your Level 2 Understanding Nutrition and Health certificate?
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To earn certification, learners must actively engage in all activities, complete assigned work promptly for assessment and internal quality assurance. The curriculum includes broader learning subjects alongside Maths, English, and Digital skills. The programme is structured to equip learners with essential skills and knowledge to aid individuals in making healthy choices.

How many credits can I earn on this course?
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By completing the six mandatory units, learners can achieve 15 credits.

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