303356 - Nutrition Education
Credit Hours

3

Pre-requisite

*Completi on of 65 Cr. Hrs.

Co-requisite

-

Distribution

3 + 0

This course equips students with the scientific knowledge and practical skills necessary to positively impact community health through nutrition education. It emphasizes the role of proper nutrition in disease prevention and the importance of promoting healthy food choices and behaviours. Nutrition education is presented as a combination of educational strategies and environmental supports aimed at facilitating the voluntary adoption of healthful eating habits. The course covers the delivery of nutrition education across multiple venues and addresses activities at individual, institutional, community, and policy levels