Health, Nutrition and safety

Overview

This microcredential addresses the fundamentals of personal and public well being. You explore the principles of nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices alongside essential workplace safety protocols and risk management techniques. Practical exercises help you apply these concepts, enabling you to design and implement effective health and safety strategies both in personal life and professional environments.

Core Components

1. Introduction to Health, Nutrition, and Safety

Importance of health, nutrition, and safety in daily life
Relationship between health, nutrition, and overall well-being
Global and local perspectives on health and safety

2. Fundamentals of Human Nutrition

Essential nutrients and their functions
Balanced diet and dietary guidelines
Impact of nutrition on physical and mental health

3. Healthy Eating and Lifestyle Choices

Meal planning and portion control
The role of hydration and physical activity
Avoiding unhealthy eating habits and processed foods

4. Public Health and Disease Prevention

Common health issues and their prevention
Importance of vaccination and hygiene
Role of government and organizations in public health

5. Food Safety and Hygiene

Safe food handling and storage practices
Preventing foodborne illnesses
Regulatory standards and guidelines for food safety

6. Personal and Workplace Safety

Identifying hazards and risk assessment
Workplace safety standards and regulations
Emergency preparedness and response

7. Mental Health and Well-being

Importance of mental health in daily life
Stress management techniques
Strategies for emotional resilience and self-care

8. First Aid and Emergency Response

Basic first aid principles and techniques
CPR and life-saving procedures
Handling medical emergencies at home and in the workplace

9. Child and Adolescent Health

Nutritional needs at different life stages
Common childhood illnesses and preventive measures
Importance of immunization and healthcare access

10. Health and Safety in Special Populations

Considerations for elderly health and nutrition
Health and safety in pregnancy and maternal care
Managing chronic diseases through diet and lifestyle

11. Environmental Health and Sustainability

Impact of pollution on health and nutrition
Sustainable food production and consumption
Climate change and its effects on public health

12. Final Assessment and Practical Application

Case studies and real-world applications
Personal health and nutrition action plan
Self-reflection and future learning goals

Programme Modules & Fee

  • Purchase 1-3 modules: 3% discount on each module.
  • Purchase 3-5 modules: 5% discount on each module.
  • Purchase more than 5 modules: 12% discount on each module.