Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetic (KNEC)

Course Overview

The alarming increase in lifestyle diseases has prompted the high demand for nutritionists and dietitians. This course tackles all aspects of proper diets, weight management, and health, among others. A nutritionist could start a consultant firm or work in a health facility. The opportunities are unlimited.

Course Outline

Module I

• Introduction to Nutrition and Dietetics
• Nutrition Care Process
• Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Industrial Attachment
• Legal Aspects of Nutrition and Dietetics
• Principles of Human Nutrition
• HIV and AIDS
• Meal Planning Management and Services
• Food Safety and Hygiene
• Food Science
• Introduction to the Nutrition Care Process
• Applied Biological Sciences
• Applied Physical Sciences
• Information Communication Technology
• Entrepreneurship
• Mathematics
• Introduction to Primary Health Care
• Occupational Safety & Precautions

Module II

• Life Skills
• Trade Project
• Community Diagnosis and Mobilization
• Nutrition in Emergencies
• Introduction to Nutrition Surveillance
• Management of Malnutrition
• Nutrition in HIV and AIDS
• Nutrition for Vulnerable Groups
• Nutrition in the Life Cycle
• Maternal and Child Nutrition
• Diet Therapy
• Nutrition Anthropology
• Introduction to Behavioral Sciences
• Food Production for Invalids and Convalescents
• Demonstration Techniques
• Communication Skills
• Business Plan

Requirements

Course Duration: 18 Months

Exam Body: KNEC

Grade: D and Above