This module explores the structure and function of the major human body systems involved in exercise and sport, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, neuromuscular, endocrine, metabolic, and musculoskeletal systems. It enables learners to apply anatomical and physiological principles to sports nutrition, exercise performance, recovery, energy and fuel utilisation, hydration, and nutritional requirements during training and competition.
This module provides learners with a strong scientific and practical foundation in sports nutrition. It examines how nutrition interacts with metabolism and energy systems to influence physical performance, adaptation to training, and recovery. Learners explore the roles of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, fluids, and electrolytes, together with the principles of energy balance, across the full cycle of athlete preparation, training, competition, and post-exercise recovery.
The module combines theory with applied practice. Learners develop skills in estimating energy and macronutrient requirements, interpreting dietary information, assessing hydration needs, and translating nutrition science into clear, practical advice for athletes, coaches, and support teams.
This module equips you with advanced knowledge and practical skills in evaluating nutritional status and body composition in athletic populations. You will analyze various assessment methodologies, examining their validity, practical limitations, and ethical implications.
The curriculum connects body composition metrics directly to general health and sport-specific performance requirements. You will learn to execute comprehensive nutrition assessments, analyze dietary intake, identify nutritional risk factors, and translate complex data into evidence-based performance plans tailored to individual athletes.
This module explores evidence-based strategies for aligning nutrition with training cycles and competition to optimize athletic performance, support recovery, and promote adaptation. It covers weight management, common nutrition challenges, the needs of special athlete populations, and the design and evaluation of practical nutrition plans through applied case studies.
This module builds core professional competencies, ethical reasoning, and evidence-based standards required for sports nutrition practice. You will examine the principles of professional integrity, risk management, safeguarding, athlete welfare, and counseling frameworks.
The curriculum addresses critical industry issues, including anti-doping regulations, clean sport education, and responsible supplement use. You will also build essential operational skills in professional documentation, digital literacy, and financial accountability to ensure your practice aligns with athlete-centered care models and international ethical guidelines.