This course is designed to introduce you to the truly amazing subject of Nutritional Therapy. You may ultimately plan to practice as a therapist, or you may undertake the course because you would like to improve your own health or that of your family, or you may work in an environment that requires you to be able to offer sound nutritional advice to others. Whichever category you fit into, the knowledge you gain from this course can help you and others live a healthier and potentially longer life. Not only is nutritional therapy used to treat current health problems, it is usually the best form of preventative medicine.

This programme will take you further than just basic nutrition, delving a little into the world of biochemistry. Don't worry if chemistry is not your strong point. This is not the chemistry you learn in a science class but the way in which the body interacts with nutrients. It is a fascinating science in itself and its inclusion in the course is aimed to help you gain a deeper understanding of the effects nutrients have in the body. You will not be expected to be an expert in biochemistry at the end of this programme

This course conforms to the Core Curriculum of the Nutritional Advisors Register (NAR) and also forms the first part of the Core Curriculum of the Nutritional Therapy Council (NTC). On successful completion of this course the student will be eligible to enrol for the next level of the full Nutritional Therapy qualification. They will also, subject to sitting the NAR's formal examination, be able to join the NAR.



What does the course cover?

The course comprises 9 modules and covers:

• Digestive & Excretory System

• Carbohydrates & Fibre

• Lipids

• Cholesterol & Proteins

• Water

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Weight Management & Balanced diets

• Food labels

• Psychology & eating disorders

• Other components of a healthy lifestyle (exercise, smoking & alcohol habits, stress & foods)

• Food diaries

• Consultation skills & keeping records

• Pollutants

• Blood glucose

• Foods & their nutritional value

• Case studies

• Theory & Practical Assessment

• Presentation skills

This course also includes our Diploma course in Anatomy and Physiology to provide a grounding in these areas:

• Human anatomy Chemical organization of the body, Body tissue, Skeletal system, Muscular system.

• Physiology Study of the Lymphatic, Endocrine, Digestive, Respiratory, Excretory, Cardiovascular, Nervous, Reproductive, Urinary systems and the Skin.

• A full outline of the Diploma course in Anatomy and Physiology, included with this course is available

Each of our courses is made up of a series of 'Modules'. These are written in an easy to understand style with practical examples. Each module contains a test paper which is returned to your tutor for assessment. This allows you to benefit from the guidance of your tutor at each step of your training.



What qualification does course give?

Having passed the Kevala Centre final examination the candidate will receive a Certificate in Nutritional Advice. They will also be entitled to sit the formal examination of the Nutritional Advisors Register.

The completion of this programme entitles the candidate to enrol on the Kevala Centre Nutritional Therapy Diploma Course - Level 1.

Course requirements

Prior to enrolment students should have experienced at least one Nutritional Therapy treatment, before enrolling on the course. Our courses are written in clear English and studied by students all over the world, many of whom are not native English speakers. However, for those for whom English is not their first language, upper intermediate reading comprehension and writing skills are required. (I.e. grammatical errors will occur but do not create misunderstanding)



Further information

We constantly strive to ensure that our courses are of a high standard and offer excellent value. If you have any further questions please feel to email our team, info@kevala.com.my