| The Culinary Nutrition and Health certificate is a short, face-to-face course that provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to apply culinary techniques to create healthy and nutritious meals. Students will learn about the basic principles of nutrition, as well as how to cook healthy meals that are both delicious and appealing to customers. They will also learn about how to manage special dietary needs and allergens in a restaurant setting. |
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Module 1: Introduction to Nutrition
- Understand the definition of nutrition.
- Identify the different nutrients and their functions in the body.
- Learn about the different types of diets and their impact on health.
- Understand the importance of nutrition in the culinary world.
- Module 2: Macronutrients and Micronutrients
- Understand the different macronutrients, such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
- Identify the different micronutrients, such as vitamins and minerals.
- Learn about the recommended daily intake of macronutrients and micronutrients.
- Understand how to balance macronutrients and micronutrients in the diet.
- Module 3: Sustainability and the Food System
- Understand the concept of sustainability.
- Learn about the different ways to make the food system more sustainable.
- Understand the impact of food choices on sustainability.
- Module 4: Food Safety and Sanitation
- Understand the importance of food safety.
- Learn about the different foodborne illnesses and how to prevent them.
- Understand the different sanitation procedures that are used in restaurants.
- Module 5: Menu Planning for Healthy Eating
- Understand the different factors that need to be considered when planning a healthy menu.
- Learn how to create a menu that is both healthy and appealing to customers.
- Develop skills in menu planning for healthy eating.
- Module 6: Cooking Techniques for Healthy Eating
- Understand the different cooking techniques that can be used to cook healthy meals.
- Learn how to cook healthy meals that are both delicious and appealing to customers.
- Develop skills in cooking techniques for healthy eating.
- Module 7: Healthy Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Learn about different healthy recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Understand how to adapt recipes to meet different dietary needs and preferences.
- Develop skills in creating healthy recipes.
- Module 8: Special Dietary Needs and Allergen Management
- Understand the different special dietary needs and allergens.
- Learn how to manage special dietary needs and allergens in a restaurant setting.
- Develop skills in managing special dietary needs and allergens.
- High school or equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in the course topic
- Good level of English
| 150 GLH |