Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics

Syllabus for Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics

Duration: 6 Months
Institution: Rajgor Health and Education Centre, Affiliated with Guru Kashi University

This 6-month course aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of nutrition science, the principles of diet planning, and their application in promoting health and wellness.

Course Structure

Module 1: Fundamentals of Nutrition

  1. Introduction to Nutrition:
    • Definition and significance of nutrition
    • Key concepts and terminologies in nutrition science
    • Role of nutrition in maintaining health
  2. Macronutrients:
    • Carbohydrates: Types, functions, and dietary sources
    • Proteins: Structure, functions, and importance in body repair
    • Fats: Types (saturated, unsaturated, trans fats) and their health implications
  3. Micronutrients:
    • Vitamins: Classification (water-soluble and fat-soluble), sources, and functions
    • Minerals: Major and trace minerals, their roles in the body
  4. Water and Electrolytes:
    • Importance of hydration
    • Electrolytes and their role in maintaining fluid balance

Module 2: Dietetics and Meal Planning

  1. Principles of Diet Planning:
    • Balanced diet concepts
    • Understanding food groups and portion sizes
    • Nutritional requirements across different life stages
  2. Meal Planning for Specific Needs:
    • Diets for children, adults, and the elderly
    • Special diets for athletes, pregnant women, and lactating mothers
  3. Therapeutic Diets:
    • Role of diet in managing common diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity
    • Basics of low-calorie and high-protein diets

Module 3: Food Science and Nutritional Assessment

  1. Basics of Food Science:
    • Food composition and nutrient bioavailability
    • Effects of cooking methods on nutrient retention
  2. Nutritional Assessment:
    • Methods of evaluating dietary intake
    • Tools for anthropometric and biochemical assessments

Module 4: Public Health Nutrition

  1. Nutrition and Community Health:
    • Role of nutrition in public health policies
    • Preventive measures against malnutrition
  2. Food Safety and Hygiene:
    • Principles of food safety
    • Preventing foodborne illnesses

Module 5: Practical Training and Projects

  1. Diet Chart Preparation:
    • Developing personalized diet charts
    • Case studies and role plays
  2. Hands-On Sessions:
    • Food portion measurement
    • Cooking demonstrations for healthy recipes
  3. Final Project:
    • Conduct a nutritional assessment and prepare a detailed report

Assessment and Certification

  1. Theory Examination:
    • Multiple-choice and descriptive questions on course topics
  2. Practical Examination:
    • Diet chart preparation
    • Presentation of case studies
  3. Final Certification:
    • Successful completion of theory and practical components

Learning Outcomes

  • Comprehensive understanding of nutritional science and diet planning.
  • Ability to create balanced and therapeutic diet plans.
  • Skills to assess nutritional status and provide dietary recommendations.
  • Practical knowledge of promoting food safety and public health nutrition.

This course equips learners with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to work in nutrition and dietetics or further their studies in the field.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics from Rajgor Health and Education Centre, affiliated with Guru Kashi University.