Course Description
If you're involved in a team overseeing people's nutrition and hydration, it's crucial to comprehend the terminology, the nutritional needs of individuals, and the potential outcomes of errors.
This Online Nutrition and Hydration E-Learning Course will commence by elucidating the terminology commonly used in discussing nutrition and hydration within care settings. It will cover the fundamental components of nutrition and maintaining a balanced diet, explore the factors contributing to dehydration among vulnerable individuals, and equip you with tools to recognise those at risk of malnutrition, along with steps to address this condition.
Modules Covered
- The Course Structure
- Defining the Terms
- The Eatwell Plate
- Hydration
- Through-life Nutrition
- Malnutrition and Overnutrition
- The ‘Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool’
Accreditation
The accreditation through CPD signifies that individuals can utilise this course as evidence of their ongoing commitment to personal and professional development.
Our IIRSM & CPD approved courses are owned by VideoTile Learning Ltd and distributed under licence.
Benefits
- Flexibility: Candidates can progress through modules at their own pace, allowing them to balance training with their work and personal commitments.
- Efficiency: Online training offers targeted learning, enabling candidates to focus on specific modules or topics relevant to their needs, maximising learning efficiency.
- Cost-effectiveness: CPD-approved online courses often provide cost-effective solutions compared to traditional classroom-based training, as there are typically no travel or accommodation expenses.
- Convenience: With the convenience of accessing training materials online, candidates can study anytime and anywhere with an internet connection, accommodating their busy schedules.
- Self-paced learning: Candidates have the freedom to learn at their preferred speed, ensuring a deeper understanding of the material and the ability to revisit topics as needed.
- Demonstrable professional development: CPD approval offers tangible evidence of ongoing personal and professional growth, enhancing career prospects and professional credibility.
Eligibility
The target audience for this Online Nutrition and Hydration course includes all employees or individuals working in health and social care settings, as well as those tasked with implementing nutrition and hydration plans for individuals.
