Principles of Human Nutrition

Training Provider: Republic Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2021005813
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About This Course

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What You'll Learn

This module will provide an overview of the macro and micronutrients relevant to human health, which includes the dietary sources, intake level and daily requirement of the major nutrients. Dietary guidelines in both local and global context will be discussed. Students will also be able to define nutrition strategies for special diets such as vegetarianism and sports nutrition. Students will also be introduced to concepts of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the effect of food processing on the nutrient values of foods.

Entry Requirements

‘O’ Levels: At least 3 ‘O’ Level passes in the following subjects
- English Language (EL1 or EL2) Grade 1 – 7
- Any Science subject Grade 1 – 6
- Any 1 relevant subject subject Grade 1 – 6
- And at least 1 year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec: GPA ≥ 2.0 OR GPA ≥ 1.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Nitec: GPA ≥ 3.5 OR GPA ≥ 3.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec in Technology/Services: GPA ≥ 2.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Nitec in Technology/Services: GPA ≥ 3.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

WSQ: Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) AND at least 1 year relevant work experience AND Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA

Do not possess any of the above qualifications: Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience.

Course Details

Duration 45 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled 5 students
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