Provides employees with a good understanding basic nutrition and hydration.

Course Objectives /Aims & Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

• To make staff more aware of the importance of good diet and hydration in older people

Course Aims:

On completion of the course delegates will be able to;

• List vital Nutrients required for a health diet
• State nutritional requirements of an older person
• State the importance of hydration
• Relate to the relevant are standard (15)

Course Outline

The qualification covers the following topics:

• Essential Nutrition
• Barriers to good nutrition in older people
• Medication intolerances
• Allergies and food intolerances
• Importance of fluid in the diet
• Care planning

Intended for

• All employees in the health and social care sector

Modes of delivery

• Presentation
• Group discussion and activities
• Assessment

Benefits Perceived by the Delegates

• More awareness of essential nutrition
• More effective Care Planning
• Better fluid management
• Attendance Certificate

Course Duration

• 3 hrs

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