Level II Award in Healthier Food & Special Diets

Aim:     To provide knowledge and understanding of the benefits of healthy eating and how to cater for special diets

Objectives:

To understand:

• The relationship between a balanced diet and good health
• The principles behind a balanced diet
• How to preserve the highest nutritional value of food
• Government policies and guidelines on healthier eating
• The different types of special diet
• Preparation, cooking and serving practices
• The role of the dietician

Brief Description:
Poor diet continues to hit the headlines as concern grows over obesity. However, diet-related ill health affects people of all ages in many different ways, ranging from high blood pressure to certain types of cancer. This is a level 2 qualification which provides an understanding of the nutritional principles behind preparing balanced diets for people of all ages, health and social circumstances, and dietary preference. This course includes a 45 minute multiple choice examination and certification.

Target Group: Anyone who plans recipes and menus, and orders and prepares food will benefit from this award - whether they are working in schools, elsewhere in the public sector, hospitality and leisure, health and community care or retail food outlets. It will also be helpful for people working in the food manufacturing industry and for those working in the community.

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