Course Content
Nutrition and Weight Management
Unit 1: Introduction to the FSSA Councils, Nutrition for sports, exercise and weight management Distance Learning Course
Chapter 1: Introduction
Unit 2: What influences our eating?
Chapter 1: Habit
Chapter 2: Social influences
Chapter 3: Psychological influences
Chapter 4: sensory and physiological influences
Unit 3: Introduction to nutrition principles
Chapter 1: A balanced diet
Chapter 2: The process of digestion
Unit 4: Proteins
Chapter 1: The structure of protein
Chapter 2: What proteins do and where they come from
Chapter 3: Protein requirements
Chapter 4: Digestion and absorption of proteins
Unit 5: Fats
Chapter 1: Composition of fats
Chapter 2: What fat does and where it comes from
Chapter 3: How much fat do we require?
Chapter 4: Digestion and absorption of fat
Chapter 5: Fat transportation and cholesterol
Unit 6: Carbohydrates
Chapter 1: What are carbohydrates?
Chapter 2: What carbohydrates do
Chapter 3: Understanding the glycaemic index
Chapter 4: Guidelines for carbohydrate requirements
Chapter 5: Digesting and absorbing carbohydrates
Unit 7: Micronutrients
Chapter 1: Introduction to DRVs and micronutrients
Chapter 2: Antioxidants
Chapter 3: Fat soluble vitamins
Chapter 4: Water-soluble vitamins
Chapter 5: Minerals
Unit 8: Fluids
Chapter 1: Water
Chapter 2: Alcohol
Chapter 3: Caffeine
Unit 9: Energy balance
Chapter 1: Energy balance
Chapter 2: Calculating energy expenditure
Chapter 3: Putting it all together
Unit 10: Exercise and weight management
Chapter 1: Exercise and activity in weight management
Chapter 2: Measuring and monitoring changes
Unit 11: Food labelling
Chapter 1: Food labels
Unit 12: Working with clients
Chapter 1: Working with clients
Unit 13: Nutrition for sports and exercise
Chapter 1: Nutrition supplements and ergogenic aids
Chapter 2: Dietary supplements
Chapter 3: Supplements for improving strength and power
Chapter 4: Performance enhancing supplements
Chapter 5: Other dietary supplements and supplement evaluation
Dietary Guidelines for Indians (Complimentary Module)
Introduction
Current Diet & Nutrition Scenario
Dietary Goals
Guidelines
Annexxures
Keto Diet
Module 1: Nutrients for a Healthy Diet
Part 1: Macronutrients
Part 2 : Micronutrients
Part 3 : Macrominerals and Microminerals
Part 4 : The Importance of Fiber
Part 5 : Summary
Module 2: Getting Started on the Ketogenic Diet
Part 1 : The History of the Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : The Ingredients of a Ketogenic Diet
Part 3 : What We Mean by Ketosis
Part 4 : The Benefits of a Ketogenic Diet
Part 5 : Summary
Module 3 : The Importance of Fats
Part 1 : Low Fat, Healthy Fat and the Functions of Fat
Part 2 : Healthy Fats
Part 3 : MCT Oil
Part 4 : Summary
Module 4 : Intermittent Fasting
Part 1 : What is Intermittent Fasting ?
Part 2 : How IF Affects Cells and Hormones
Part 3 : Keto Challenges
Part 4 : When Fasting is Not Advised
Part 5 : Fasting Myths
Part 6 : Cyclical Ketosis
Part 7 : Summary
Module 5 : When to Choose a Ketogenic Diet
Part 1 : Suitability of the Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : When a Keto Diet is Not Suitable
Part 3 : Summary
Module 6 : Varieties of Ketogenic Diets
Part 1 : Types of Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : Satisfaction Guaranteed
Part 3 : Food Choices on a Ketogenic Diet
Part 4 : More about Carbohydrates
Part 5 : Are Sweeteners Safe ?
Part 6 : Calorie Counting on Keto
Part 7 : Summary
Module 7 : Ketogenic Diet Issues
Part 1 : Issues With the Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : How to Recognise Ketosis
Part 3 : Summary
Module 8 : Functional Foods, Supplements and Medication
Part 1 : Functional Foods
Part 2 : Other Fabulous Foods for a Ketogenic Diet
Part 3 : Vitamins and Minerals on a Ketogenic Diet
Part 4 : Medication and the Ketogenic Diet
Part 5 : Summary
Module 9 : Putting It All Together
Part 1 : What to Eat on a Ketogenic Diet
Part 2 : Keto Shopping List
Part 3 : Bullet Proof Coffee and Keto Bread
Part 4 : Summary
Module 10 : The Ketogenic Diet for Specific Conditions
Part 1 : Ensure the Ketogenic Diet Works for You
Part 2 : Improve Your Client’s Health
Part 3 : Using the Keto Diet for Certain Conditions
Part 4 : Considerations for Different Groups of People on the Keto Diet
Part 5 : Pregnancy and Children
Part 6 : Summary
Conclusion
Vegan Diet
Module 1: Introduction to Veganism
Introduction
Part 1: What is Veganism?
Part 2: The History of Veganism
Module 2: The Benefits of Veganism
Part 1: Health Benefits
Part 2: Environmental Benefits
Part 3: Moral Benefits
Module 3: A Balanced Diet
Part 1: Common Vegan Diet Mistakes
Part 2: Macronutrients- Protein
Part 3: Macronutrients – Fats and Carbohydrates
Part 4: Micronutrients
Module 4: Meal Planning
Part 1: Principles of Effective Meal Planning
Part 2: Practical and Client-Centric Meal Plans
Part 3: Creating Meal Plans Step by Step
Module 5: Transitioning
Part 1: Transitioning Methods
Part 2: Transitioning Difficulties
Part 3: Eating Out
Module 6: Special Consideration Clients
Part 1: Pregnant Women
Part 2: Veganism in Infants and Children
Part 3: Athletes and Bodybuilders
Module 7: Client Consultations
Part 1: Importance of Effective Consultations
Part 2: The Consultation Format
Part 3: Nutritional Information and Analysis
Module 8: Ongoing Care and Alternative Models
Part 1: Client Aftercare
Part 2: Further Appointments
Part 3: Educational Materials
Part 4: Group Therapy
Module 9: Running a Nutritionist Business
Part 1: Practical Considerations
Part 2: Professional Conduct
Part 3: Marketing Your Business
Part 4: Marketing Channels
Module 10: Case Studies
Part 1: Case Study
Part 2: Breakfast Recipes
Part 3: Lunch Recipes
Part 4: Dinner Recipes
Part 5: Dessert Recipes
Child Nutrition and Obesity Prevention
Module 1: The Basics of Nutrition
Introduction
Part 1 : What is Nutrition ?
Part 2 : Macronutrients
Part 3 : Micronutrients
Module 2 : Nutrition Requirements for Babies and Children
Part 1 : Why Nutrition is Important for Children
Part 2 : Nutrient Requirements for Older Babies
Part 3 : Nutritional Requirements for Toddlers
Part 4 : Nutrition Requirements for 10 – 14 Years
Module 3 : Vegetarian and Vegan Diets
Part 1 : What are Vegetarians and Vegans ?
Part 2 : Vegetarian Diets for Infants and Children
Part 3 : Possible Deficits in Vegan Diets
Module 4 : Food Allergies and Other Issues in Children
Part 1 : What is a Food Allergy ?
Part 2 : How to Recognise Food Allergies in Children
Part 3 : Managing Nutritional Needs
Module 5 : Nutrition in the Womb
Part 1 : How Health Begins in the Mother’s Womb
Part 2 : Food to Eat During Pregnancy
Module 6 : Newborn to 6 Months
Part 1 : Breast Milk or Formula ?
Part 2 : Passing on Nutritional Habits
Module 7 : Weaning 6 – 12 Months
Part 1 : What is Weaning ?
Part 2 : What to Feed Baby for Good Nutrition
Part 3 : Creating Good Nutrition Habits 6 – 8 Months & 9 – 12 Months
Module 8 : Toddler Diets 1 – 5 Years
Part 1 : What Foods Toddlers Need to Eat for Good Nutrition
Part 2 : Children’s Drinking Habits
Module 9 : Nutritious Eating for 6 – 12 Year Olds
Part 1 : The Importance of Healthy Eating Habits
Part 2 : Creating Healthy School Lunches
Module 10 : How to Handle Picky Eaters
Part 1 : What is “Picky Eating”?
Part 2 : How Parents Can Help Picky Eaters
Module 11 : Weight Management in Children
Part 1 : Healthy Weight in Children
Part 2 : Weight Loss Strategies
Part 3 : Poor Weight Gain
Module 12 : Superfoods
Part 1 : What is a Superfood ?
Part 2 : Superfoods for Kids
Module 13 : Business Practices
Part 1 : The Work of a Child Nutritionist Consultant
Part 2 : Ways to Grow Your Business
Part 3 : Develop Your Nutrition Coaching Format
Conclusion
Sports Nutrition
Module 1 : What is Sports Nutrition ?
Part 1 : What do we mean by Sports Nutrition ?
Part 2 : Three Principles of Sports Nutrition
Part 3 : History of Sports Nutrition and its Increase in Popularity
Part 4 : Sports Nutrition is for All, Not Just Athletes and Celebrities
Part 5 : Summary
Module 2 : The Need for Sports Nutrition
Part 1 : Relating Activities with Need for Sports Nutrition
Part 2 : Eating Right
Part 3 : Essential Micronutrients for Athletes
Part 4 : Summary
Module 3 : One – on – one interaction with Clients
Part 1 : Knowing the Clientele
Part 2: Dealing with A Client on a One-To-One Basis
Part 3 : Summary
Module 4 : Sports Supplements
Part 1 : Selecting the correct sports Supplements based on the Clients needs
Part 2 : Performance Enhancers, Dosage and Frequency
Part 3 : Summary
Module 5 : Sports Nutrition as a Business
Part 1 : The Sports Nutrition Enterprise
Part 2 : The Opportunities in Sports
Part 3 : How this course will help ?
Part 4 : Summary
Module 6 : Starting Your Own Business
Part 1 : Becoming A Professional Sports Nutritionist
Part 2 : What will you need ?
Part 3 : How to Design a Personalised Study Plan ?
Part 4 : Summary
Module 7 : Publicizing your Sports Nutrition Business
Part 1 : Promoting Your Business
Part 2 : Set Your Goals and Define Your Norms
Part 3 : Producing and Marketing your own line of Supplements
Part 4 : Business Management
Part 5 : Summary
Module 8 : Running A successful Business
Part 1 : Advice for Running a Sports Nutrition Business
Part 2 : Don’t Bypass the importance of Market Research
Part 3 : Other Precautions
Part 4 : Legal Issues
Part 5: Market Trends and Shifts
Part 6 : Summary
Module 9 : Course Overview
Part 1 : What We Have Learnt
Part 2 : Moving Forward
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Will I receive a qualification at the end of this course?
Yes, on successful completion of any of our courses, students will receive a ‘Practitioner/Therapist level Diploma’. This is sent to you, by email, in PDF format, accompanied by a hard copy to your registered address.
You can get certificates for each module separately also (6 additional certificates) by paying INR 1800.00 each
How long can I take to complete this course?
It has been designed to fit your busy lifestyle.
On average students take approximately 8 – 10 months to complete this Diploma.
Many individuals come to us with some knowledge of the subject/subjects they will be studying, whilst others will be starting from beginner level. For this reason time-scales will vary as every individual has a different threshold for learning. Every student has the opportunity to produce their best work, under the most ‘favourable and relaxed conditions’. Study breaks are welcome and we give 14 months to all for completion of this Diploma. Post that, an administration charge of INR 4000.00 shall be levied.
Do I need to purchase any additional textbooks for this particular course?
No
What title can I use after graduating from your academy?
How you decide to market yourself is your decision, whether it is therapist, advisor, consultant etc. However, as we train Practitioners, our graduates will call themselves Therapists in their particular field of specialisation.
Displaying name and qualification:
An example for your Business Card – Having received your Diploma in Nutrition from us, you can use these letters after your name. FSSA Dip. (Nutrition)
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There is no travelling involved. Students can download and/or take printouts of modules and study. For exam preparation we also send them a study guide and then they can take a online exam (MCQ type) and submit us in real time.
What happens if I lose my course material?
We undertake to replace coursework for current students who have mislaid their lessons; that is those studying by email, who have not reached final exam stage. An administration charge may be applied, this will be advised at the time of application.
Current charges are INR 4800.00 per module.
We do not undertake to send course material to students who have completed their studies.
Is there a minimum age to begin studying with you?
Yes, All learners must be at least 18 years old.
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We started operation way back in 2013 -14 and since then we have certified over 16000+ professionals all over the world.