Diet and Nutrition ASET Level 3

Title of learning programme Programme level Duration of learning programme Total number of learning hours per programme Diet and Nutrition Programme 3 17 weeks x 10 hours 170 *

* Please note that this is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and also how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each module there is a question paper which needs to be completed and returned to your personal tutor.

Structure
Module 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Module Title

Basic Anatomy and Physiology

The digestive process Human nutrition and the importance of vitamins

Minerals and water

Carbohydrates and proteins

The concepts of healthy eating and weight management

Guidelines to compiling eating programmes Metabolism and exercise Allergies and intolerances The yeast menace Food combining and supplements

Deficiencies and disorders

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Disease states Vegetarians and fats

Learning Outcomes
Module 1 Basic Anatomy and Physiology. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Explore the five main systems of the body.

Discuss the functions of the heart. Describe the importance of the kidneys in the human body. Define the structure of the brain.

Module 2 The digestive process. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Identify the organs of digestion.

Explore the digestive properties of the stomach.

Describe the functions of the large intestine.

Describe the functions of the liver.

Module 3 Human nutrition and the importance of vitamins. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to: Learning Outcome LO1 LO2

Analyse the stages of the General Adaption Syndrome.

Explore the importance of the individual vitamins within the human body.

Module 4 Minerals and water. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5

Introduce the different types and importance of vitamins for the body. Explore why water is a necessity for life. Examine the primary considerations surrounding magnesium. Examine the primary considerations surrounding potassium. Examine the primary considerations surrounding iron.

Module 5 Carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3

Examine the characteristics of common carbohydrates. Explore functions of proteins. Analyse the main components and characteristics of lipids.

Module 6 The concepts of healthy eating and weight management. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Investigate the risks associated with being overweight. Describe how to determine if a person is overweight. Explore the factors that contribute to weight gain.
Introduce Basal Metabolic Rate.

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Identify basic principles of weight reduction and control diets.

Module 7 Guidelines to compiling eating programmes. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2

Explore the human digestive process. Introduce the basic dietary principles associated with lifestyle change.

Module 8 Metabolism and Exercise. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Introduce the six nutrient groups. Identify the five food groups. Analyse the characteristics of the metabolism.
Explore physical activitys effect on energy expenditure.

Module 9 Allergies and intolerances. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3 Analyse the term IgE.

Examine the role of antibodies when fighting food allergies. Investigate the characteristics of elimination diets.

Module 10 The yeast menace. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:

Learning Outcome LO1 LO2

Investigate the yeast menace. Explore the methods of treatment for patients who are suffering from the yeast menace.

Module 11 Food combining and supplements. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Explore the notion of food combining. Introduce some of the definitions commonly associated with food combining. Discuss the importance of fruit in the human diet.
Identify compatible and incompatible food combinations.

Module 12 Deficiencies and disorders. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3

Identify some of the common food types people crave. Explore some of the supplements that can be taken to reduce food cravings. Discuss the alternative food sources that can be consumed to reduce food cravings.

Module 13 Disease states. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2

Examine the dietary effects of arthritis. Introduce the primary characteristics of asthma.

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Explore the types of foods that can aid the recovery of a cold. Explain the problems commonly associated with heart disease. Discuss the dietary concerns of a patient who is diabetic.

Module 14 Vegetarians and fats. On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
Learning Outcome LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Introduce the concept of vegetarianism. Explore the function of vitamin B12 in the human body. Identify the common types of fats.
Analyse client consultation.

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