Basic Nutrition Course

Course No. 301

This course covers all the fundamentals of modern and nutritional therapies. It recognises it is complementary to and in many respects an intrinsic part of all complementary therapies.

The course was designed by leading nutritionist and H.M Inspector of Schools, the late Dr. Jean Bonnard.

Eligibility

There is no prerequisite for this course.

Syllabus

Nutritional Therapy / Food Selection / Nutritional Supplements / Vitamins - Sources / Optimum Daily Intakes / Actions and Interactions / Toxicities / Minerals / Trace Elements / Amino Acids / Proteins / Phytochemicals / Chelates / Enzymes / Evening Primrose Oil / Coenzyme Q-10 / Glandular Products / Miscellaneous Nutrients / Biochemic Remedies / Homeopathy and Nutrition / Review of Current Nutritional Literature.

Duration

Although the average duration for the course is 6 months, it can be completed in more or les time depending on the time available to the student, commitment etc.

Award

A certificate in Basic Nutrition is awarded on the successful completion of the course. Course credits are awarded on proceeding to the full Diploma Course.