Diploma in Performance Nutrition

The APEC Diploma in Performance Nutrition consolidates several certifications into one comprehensive program, integrating essential elements such as Communication and Behavior Change, Health Coaching, Nutrition for Health, Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition for Weight Management, and Athletic Performance.

This integrated diploma equips you with a well-rounded skill set, making it possible for you to embark on a career as a nutrition coach in various sectors, including health, fitness, or sports performance. Furthermore, it offers the potential to establish your own nutrition coaching business.

Our course encompasses a wide spectrum of topics, covering everything from fundamental dietary concepts to effective strategies for preparing the body for peak performance and optimizing recovery. You will also gain insights into fostering the longevity and overall health of your clients or athletes. 

Additionally, we delve into a multitude of post-exercise dietary approaches aimed at ensuring consistent peak performance.Crafted by industry leaders and fitness professionals, our course is thoughtfully designed to provide an innovative and impactful learning experience. The skills, knowledge, and behaviors you develop can be immediately applied when working with your clients and athletes, enabling you to make a meaningful difference in their well-being and performance.

The APEC Diploma in Performance Nutrition adopts a flexible blended learning approach, allowing you to customize your learning according to your schedule and lifestyle. Our cutting-edge e-Learning platform ensures you always have access to the best possible learning experience, with ongoing online support from our education team, regardless of your location.

The theoretical component of the APEC Diploma in Performance Nutrition is conducted entirely online through our APEC e-learning platform, which includes examinations and case studies. This approach empowers you to seamlessly integrate your studies into your existing commitments and lifestyle.

Our APEC education platform is designed for simplicity and effectiveness. To facilitate successful learning, we employ a diverse range of tools, including video lectures, online workbooks, and more. Throughout your journey with us, you’ll also receive guidance from your dedicated APEC tutor.

Course Duration:

The course is intentionally designed to offer flexibility, allowing you to progress at your own pace. While the average completion time ranges from 2 to 6 months, dedicated full-time students can finish the course sooner. 

Accreditations:

The Diploma in Performance Nutrition is a recognized qualification from the Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) and aligns with RSPH standards.

Cost: 

There are no additional fees for certification or exams.

Payment Options:

To make payments more manageable, APEC offers various payment plans. For further information on payment options, please contact accounts@apeccourses.

Upon successful completion of the Performance Nutrition course, you will earn the following qualifications:

1. Diploma in Performance Nutrition

2. Certificate in Health Coaching
2. Certificate in Nutrition for Health
3. Certificate in Nutrition for Weight Management and Athletic Performance in Sport
4. Certificate in Supporting Behavior Change
5. Certificate in Communication

These qualifications empower you with the knowledge and expertise to excel in the field of Performance Nutrition and make a positive impact on the health and well-being of those you serve.

Completion of your Performance Nutrition qualification will require you to complete theory assessments.

Nutrition For Health

• Multiple choice quiz on the role of a nutritionist – 70% pass mark required
• Multiple choice quiz on nutrition for weight loss – 70% pass mark required
• Multiple choice quiz on macronutrient needs – 70% pass mark required
• Online interactive assignments and quizzes after each module – 100% complete
• Evidence-based case study on nutrition for health – Pass required

Performance Nutrition

• Multiple choice quiz on nutritional needs of athletes – 70% pass mark required
• Multiple choice quiz on nutritional programming – 70% pass mark required
• Online interactive assignments and quizzes after each module – 100% complete
• Evidence-based case study on the general application of nutrition principles for performance/designing a nutrition plan for an elite athlete in season – pass required

The course offers a comprehensive exploration of performance nutrition, along with insights into coaching philosophy, effective communication, and behavior change techniques. It also focuses on developing and enhancing your soft skills, enabling you to have a meaningful and lasting impact on the individuals you choose to work with. We have meticulously designed this course to be the most comprehensive in the industry, leaving you fully accredited and qualified to coach and work with new clients and athletes.

Coaching Philosophy

As a coach, having a well-defined methodology for how you serve each client is crucial. Coaching spans various contexts, each with its unique coaching ideologies. Developing a coaching philosophy serves as a means of setting clear expectations for both the coach and the client, ensuring a more effective and purposeful coaching relationship.

Behavior Change

In the realm of nutrition, behavior change is the effort to modify individuals’ personal habits and attitudes toward food, with the goal of preventing disease and promoting healthier lifestyles. A strong understanding of behavior change and effective communication techniques is essential if you want to connect with your clients and athletes and bring about meaningful lifestyle changes.

Nutrition Principles

The course delves into the evolving field of nutrition science, emphasizing the critical role of nutrition in addressing chronic diseases, diabetes, obesity, and cancer. It explores newly discovered principles that support the integration of nutrition into our daily lives, reflecting the growing awareness and concern about food, diet, and production methods in healthcare, agriculture, organizations, and society as a whole.

Programming for Nutrition

Both acute undernutrition and overnutrition come with significant health consequences. Acute undernutrition can lead to more severe infections, resulting in reduced performance. Overnutrition, on the other hand, can contribute to conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, weight gain, and decreased performance. The course provides insights into addressing and preventing these issues through proper nutritional programming.

Delivering Nutrition Sessions

The course equips you with the skills to effectively deliver nutritional solutions once you’ve developed a nutrition program for your clients or athletes. This involves establishing a connection with clients and motivating them both before and during sessions. The training not only covers advanced methods for consistently monitoring and analyzing client progress but also emphasizes making nutrition an enjoyable and sustainable part of their lives.

APEC adopts a flexible blended learning approach to education, enabling you to complete your qualifications at your own pace and convenience, taking into account your individual circumstances and lifestyle. Through our esteemed e-learning platform, which has received industry recognition, you can now seamlessly complete the entire Performance Nutrition diploma online.

Online Education

APEC combines theory-based instruction with online courses, allowing you to initiate your studies on the same day you enroll and progress through the course modules at your preferred pace. Our dedicated team of specialized tutors is available to support you seven days a week, accessible via phone or email.

Our award-winning e-learning platform is entirely tailored to your unique learning needs. It delivers content through engaging digitized and animated video-led materials, creating an immersive learning experience. To enhance your learning journey, we provide access to a range of online training materials, including online programming software, spreadsheet files, and customer assessment sheets. Furthermore, APEC offers one of the most comprehensive digital libraries in the fields of fitness and nutrition.

Importantly, there is no strict time limit for course completion, affording you the freedom to progress through the material at your own pace. This flexibility ensures that you can balance your education with other commitments and tailor your learning experience to your specific needs and schedule.

Upon successful completion of your Performance Nutrition diploma with APEC, you will have the opportunity to enroll with the Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH), further solidifying your professional qualifications and recognition.

APEC is also dedicated to assisting you in your post-course journey, particularly in securing opportunities within the health sector.

Career Guidance

APEC’s commitment extends beyond delivering an excellent educational experience during the course. We are equally committed to helping you maximize your potential in the field of nutrition.

Upon completing the course, you can schedule a session with our post-course career assistance team. They will guide you through various career opportunities in the health, fitness, and wellness sectors. This includes offering assistance with CV analysis to ensure your credentials are effectively presented.

Additionally, APEC maintains an internal bulletin board where upcoming positions in health, fitness, and wellness are posted. This valuable resource is accessible to all APEC diploma students, ensuring that you have access to career opportunities within your field.

Progression Pathway

APEC takes pride in its commitment to lifelong learning. Following the attainment of your Nutrition diploma, you will be eligible to pursue advanced education degrees in Nutrition and Health Coaching. This pathway ensures that you can continually expand your knowledge and expertise, allowing you to stay at the forefront of your profession and make a lasting impact in the field of nutrition.