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CNFSH Certificate

Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics

Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics (CNFSH) is an 8-month certificate course in School of Health Sciences, studied online, examined by Finstock Evarsity College. The full fee is KES 61,000.

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Overview

CERTIFICATE IN NUTRITION AND DIETETICS

Course overview

Certificate in nutrition and dietetics (CND) offered at FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE  is an 8 Months course examined by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate of completion is issued upon completion of this course.

Nutrition, nourishment, or aliment, is the supply of materials – food – required by organisms and cells to stay alive. In science and human medicine, nutrition is the science or practice of consuming and utilizing foods.

This online diet and nutrition course provides tips on how to stay healthy in today's fast paced world. Learning the daily recommended dietary intake for carbohydrates, fats, protein, and minerals can help you make wise choices when it comes to maintaining a healthy body. The course also showcases how a balanced diet can lead to greater levels of energy and feelings of health in your day to day life.

Nutrition and dietetics is designed to equip the trainee with relevant knowledge, Skills and attitude to enable him/her to contribute to the improvement of healthcare using nutrition and dietetics provision in line with the Kenya Institute and Dietetics institute’s vision. A graduate of this course will be able to work in any salaried organization or  be Self –employmed. After completing the course,a graduate in this course will be registered as either a Nutrition technician or a Dietetic Technician.

What is the minimum grade required to do a certificate in nutrition and dietetics?

In order to enroll and study in certificate in nutrition and dietetics, a student should have a minimum of D- in their KCSE exams.

Mode of Delivery

Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials

 

Career prospects

  • catering manager

  • chef

  • dietitian

  • health service manager

  • herbalist

  • personal trainer

  • product/process development scientist

it develops your skills in:

  • rigorous scientific research

  • behaviour change and motivation

  • understanding the business environment

  • assessment

  • interpreting data

  • laboratory techniques

  • giving presentations.

Reasons you should choose this course

  • you have a passion for helping others

  • you want to better the quality of your own life

  • To take your passion for good foods and healthy living to the next level

  • Wellness is a booming industry

  • You want to become a wellness and health blogger or influencer

 

What we offer

Finstock evarsity college offers a wide range of courses that are geared towards job creation as well as employment. Our courses and product offerings are categorized as online college based, degree programs, freemium courses and premium resources!

Both freemium and premium online courses come with certificates of completion and you can register instantly and begin studying at your convenience.

Our specialist certificate programs are designed to give you job-role training and formal workplace skills. In 8 months or less of active learning, you can complete any of our curated certificate courses to cover a gap in your existing knowledge or gain clarity on a new subject area.

Enroll and study in one of the best online  schools in the world. Listen to the advice of the best. Participate in training sessions with industry experts to learn more about your career options. Take classes with students from all over the world. Join us at Finstock Evarsity college for the best learning experience.

 

 

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What you will study

Certificate in Nutrition And Dietetics

SEMESTER 1

Module I

  • Information communication technology
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Mathematics
  • Applied physical sciences
  • Applied biological sciences
  • Human anatomy & physiology
  • Introduction to nutrition and dietetics
  • Introduction to the nutrition care process
  • Introduction to primary health care

SEMESTER 2

Module II

  • Communication skills
  • Life skills
  • Diet therapy
  • Food science
  • Food safety and hygiene
  • HIV and Aids
  • Principles of human nutrition
  • Legal aspects of nutrition and dietetics
  • Industrial attachment

1st year, 1st trimester

  1. CNFSH001 Information Communication Technology
  2. CNFSH002 Entrepreneurship
  3. CNFSH003 Mathematics
  4. CNFSH004 Applied Physical Sciences
  5. CNFSH005 Apllied Biological Sciences
  6. CNFSH006 Human Anatomy And Physiology
  7. CNFSH007 Introduction To Nutrition And Diatetics
  8. CNFSH008 Introduction To Nutrition Care Process
  9. CNFSH009 Introduction To Primary Health Care

1st year, 2nd trimester

  1. CNFSH010 Communication Skills
  2. CNFSH011 Life Skills
  3. CNFSH012 Diet Therapy
  4. CNFSH013 Food Science
  5. CNFSH014 Food Safety And Hygiene
  6. CNFSH015 HIV And AIDS
  7. CNFSH016 Pinciples Of Human Nutrition
  8. CNFSH017 Legal Aspects Of Nutrition And Dietetics
  9. CNFSH018 Industrial Attachment

Fees

ItemAmount
RegistrationKES 1,000
AdministrationKES 5,000
Internal examsKES 10,000
TuitionKES 45,000
TotalKES 61,000

Requirements

Entry requirements

D-

Practical requirements

The cost of practicals, internships or industrial requirements is KES 30,000 ($ 300) and only applies to courses that require practicals.

Good to know

  • All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs.
  • Digital (downloadable) certificates are available. Printing and shipping of hardcopy certificate can be done at a cost of KES 2,000 ($ 20).

Instructors

  • PAULA KALUU WAMBUA
  • NAOMI NYAKERARIO ONKUNDI
  • NELLY MUCHOOI
  • JAMES MBURU KIMANI
  • NICHOLAS MADO OJWANG
  • RHODAH MUTENDE
  • EDWINE NYAKUNDI ANYANGO

Frequently asked questions

The Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics is a certificate programme in nutrition, food science and basic dietetic practice.

The Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics suits school leavers, working adults and aspiring professionals seeking practical skills in this field. It is suitable for beginners who meet the entry requirement.

The entry requirement for the Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics is KCSE grade D- or an equivalent qualification.

The Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics takes 8 months and is organised into 2 trimesters.

The total fee for the Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics is KES 61,000. Flexible payment is available at KES 30,500 per trimester, payable in three installments of KES 10,166.67 each.

Yes. The Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics is offered online, using digital learning materials, assessments and tutor-supported study.

In the Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics, you will study ICT, entrepreneurship, mathematics, sciences, anatomy and physiology, nutrition and dietetics, nutrition care, primary health, communication and life skills, diet therapy, food science, food safety, HIV/AIDS, human nutrition, legal studies and attachment, building practical skills for entry-level work and further study.

The Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics can support careers such as nutrition assistant, community-nutrition worker, food-service assistant, wellness-programme assistant and nutrition-related business owner, subject to applicable professional requirements. Eligibility for regulated roles depends on any additional professional requirements.

Yes. After the Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics, learners may progress to a related diploma in nutrition and dietetics, food science, public health or community health, subject to admission and professional requirements.

Choose the Certificate In Nutrition And Dietetics at Finstock Evarsity College for online flexibility, practical course content, tutor support and an installment fee plan. Successful learners receive the published course certification.

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