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Technical Specialist in Early Years Nutrition Level 2  


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Course Summary

Code: BESAIHT02  
Provider: BESA  

 

 

Description

This Level 2 Technical Specialist Qualification is designed to provide the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to perform specialised roles within a specific occupational area.

In this qualification, you will explore what constitutes a healthy, balanced diet and understand the potential short- and long-term impacts of poor nutrition on babies and young children. You will learn how a healthy diet can support cognitive development in children and discover ways to promote the benefits of good nutrition inclusively and sensitively.  

Course title
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Technical Specialist in Early Years Nutrition

Entry requirements
Anyone 19+ who is working or volunteering in an early years setting for a minimum of 7 hours per week.

What does the course cover?
1. Identify the nutritional requirements of children at different ages and stages of development. 2. Explain the benefits of good nutrition and hydration in an early years setting. 3. Obtain information about childrens special dietary requirements, preferences, or food allergies. 4. Plan balanced menus appropriate to childrens different dietary requirements and food allergies. 5. Promote good nutrition and hydration in an early years setting. 6. Adhere to the hygienic preparation and handling of food in an early years setting.

How is it completed?
This programme is delivered by Bedfordshire Employment and Skills Academy. It is delivered via an e-learning platform, accessible at any time, with regular assessor support. For more information about how the learning is delivered or to enrol, please complete our online enquiry form, https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/besa-contact-us. Alternatively you can contact us on 0300 300 8131.

What can I progress onto?
You can access any other of our short CPD qualifications, or move on to one of our vocational qualifications, subject to being in the right job role.

Cost
Free subject to eligibility

When can I start?
Any time

How to apply
For more information or to enrol, please click on the enquiry button at the top right of this page.