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ABOUT THIS TRAINING
Develop informed, respectful awareness of Nutrition and Hydration, with practical guidance on recognising needs, communicating appropriately and knowing when to seek further support.
CPD Approved | Approx. 65 minutes | Certificate on Completion
Course Overview Proper nutrition and hydration are vital to maintaining health and well-being, especially for vulnerable individuals in care settings. This CPD-certified course is designed to give carers, healthcare professionals, and support staff the knowledge they need to provide safe, effective, and person-centred nutritional care. You’ll learn how to recognise the signs of malnutrition and dehydration, understand the Eatwell Guide, and explore the use of the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST). The course also covers nutritional needs throughout different life stages and how to support service users in maintaining healthy eating habits.
Who Should Take This Course? This training is ideal for: Care workers and support staff Nurses and healthcare assistants Residential and domiciliary care teams Caterers and kitchen staff in care settings Anyone responsible for the wellbeing of vulnerable individuals
Learning Outcomes By the end of this course, learners will: Understand key terminology around nutrition and hydration Know how to promote a balanced diet using the Eatwell Plate Identify causes and signs of dehydration and malnutrition Recognise the specific needs for nutrition across different life stages Learn to use the MUST Tool to screen for and respond to malnutrition risks
Course Modules & Assessment
| Module | Title | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Course Structure | 70% |
| 2 | Defining the Terms | 70% |
| 3 | The Eatwell Plate | 70% |
| 4 | Hydration | 70% |
| 5 | Through-life Nutrition | 70% |
| 6 | Malnutrition and Overnutrition | 70% |
| 7 | The Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool | 70% |
Instant CPD certificate on successful completion ️ Unlimited exam attempts
Benefits of This Course
Recommended System Requirements
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Content reviewed for clear learning outcomes and cautious UK compliance wording; role-specific legal requirements should be checked before relying on training alone.
Important: This course supports knowledge and awareness. It does not replace site-specific risk assessments, employer procedures, competent supervision or role-specific practical training where these are required.
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