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Sports Nutrition

Name: Sports Nutrition
Price: 1318.50 SGD

Training Provider: SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC

Course Reference: TGS-2023018315

S$1,319

About This Course

This is a module under the Specialist Diploma in Nutrition & Exercise Science.

What You'll Learn

This module aims to provide participants with the understanding of nutrition and importance of optimizing nutritional strategies for exercise adaptions, both for recreational and performance athletes. The contribution of macro- and micro- nutrients to meet energy needs and adaption are covered in this module. Participants will relate the concepts of nutrient adequacy, the use of functional foods, supplements, and ergogenic aids, as well as the importance of timing to exercise adaptation and performance. The knowledge and skills obtained in this module will enable the participant to communicate nutrition-related benefits and develop nutritional strategies to maximize exercise and training gains for optimal performance.

Entry Requirements

Applicants need to have a minimum diploma qualification in science, technology, or engineering from recognised institutions.

Individuals with a minimum diploma qualification but not in science, technology, or engineering but with three years of relevant working experience in nutrition and fitness industry will be considered on a case-by-case basis and may be subjected to interviews or tests before they will be considered for enrolment.

Recognition of Prior Learning - Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 5 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.