| Course Name |
Nutrition |
| Course Provider |
Colaiste Stiofain Naofa CFE |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cork ETB |
| Course Code |
5N2006 |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
Minor |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
School |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Cork City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Please contact the provider for the details of next enrolment and start date
or check out their website http://csn.ie/evening-classes |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
12 weeks. Monday 7.00pm - 10.00pm. |
| Course Fee |
Expand+200, including exam fees.
Payment should be made at registration at the office reception of the college, by phone, online or by post.
Fees can be made by cash, credit card, laser card or cheques.
Fees are refunded Only when classes are n...
Hide-200, including exam fees.
Payment should be made at registration at the office reception of the college, by phone, online or by post.
Fees can be made by cash, credit card, laser card or cheques.
Fees are refunded Only when classes are not formed. Refunds are not made in any other circumstances. Please retain your receipt for refunds. Refunds are made through the Cork ETB and not the college. The refund process takes a minimum of three weeks. Student services and administration are included in the cost of courses.
All Examination costs are included in the course fees. Most examinations take place during the last week of April and the first two weeks in May. Exceptions to this are the Royal Horticulture Certificate in Horticulture, which take place in June 2017.
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| Financial Support |
People who are in receipt of an old age pension or in receipt of a social welfare payment are entitled to a concession. To obtain this concession the college will need a photocopy of documentation to show what payment you are on. This must be presented on registration along with your pps number. This can only be given at the time of registration. |
| Course Content |
Course Description:
This programme aims to equip the learner with the knowledge and skill to explore:
The importance of healthy eating and its benefits to good health
The components of a healthy diet for all age groups
The process of digestion and the factors that affect it
The role of food and its significance in the management of a various conditions and diseases
And learn the specific terminology and language to enable the learner to discuss and write about nutrition |
| Subjects Taught |
Expand+The course will introduce you to the subject of nutrition and provide you with the knowledge to explore:
The digestive system and how it works to absorb the daily nutrients required
The contents of the Irish diet, the function of food and the...
Hide-The course will introduce you to the subject of nutrition and provide you with the knowledge to explore:
The digestive system and how it works to absorb the daily nutrients required
The contents of the Irish diet, the function of food and the various classes of nutrients
Energy required by the body such as fats, carbohydrates and proteins along with vitamins, minerals and water
The function, sources and deficiency of the macro and micro nutrients
The importance of fibre and starch in the diet
The nutritional needs of infants through to the older adult
The groups of people who may be at risk of suffering deficiencies of the daily requirements
How to preserve, prepare and cook food
Food labelling and how to interpret food labels when you shop
Food additives and their impact on our health
The role of diet in a range of illnesses
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| FET Code |
5N2006 |
| Further Enquiries |
(t): +353 21 4961020
(f): +353 21 4961320
(e): nightclasses@csn.ie |
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