Recommended renewal: 3 years.
Our certifications have no expiry dates, but we recommend renewing them to stay up to date with industry best practices.
Nutrition and Hydration
262 Students
Good nutrition and proper hydration are essential for maintaining health, supporting recovery, and improving overall wellbeing. This Nutrition and Hydration course provides learners with a strong understanding of how food, nutrients, and water contribute to physical health and daily functioning. Designed for individuals interested in health, social care, healthcare support, and personal wellbeing, the course explores key nutritional concepts relevant …
Good nutrition and proper hydration are essential for maintaining health, supporting recovery, and improving overall wellbeing. This Nutrition and Hydration course provides learners with a strong understanding of how food, nutrients, and water contribute to physical health and daily functioning. Designed for individuals interested in health, social care, healthcare support, and personal wellbeing, the course explores key nutritional concepts relevant to Canadian healthcare and community settings.
Suitable for both beginners and existing care workers, the course covers nutrients, malnutrition, hydration, dehydration, and nutritional support strategies. Learners can apply this knowledge in healthcare environments, residential care settings, community support services, childcare, and personal wellness management across Canada.
Study online at your own pace and gain valuable knowledge that supports health-focused roles and everyday life. Enrol today and build a stronger understanding of nutrition and hydration for healthier outcomes.
Please note: This Nutrition and Hydration Course only gives you the theoretical knowledge that you need to excel in this field. This Course doesn’t entitle you to practise as a professional in this specific field.
- Extra Included :
- Free Accredited Certificate Included
- Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
- Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
- Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
- 24/7 Learning Assistance
- Discounts on bulk purchases
Last audited and updated on: 15th April 2026
Sneak Peek
Core Learning Outcomes
- Gain understanding of nutrition and hydration principles
- Understand the role of essential nutrients in health
- Learn how to recognise signs of malnutrition and dehydration
- Develop skills in supporting nutritional wellbeing
- Build knowledge of hydration requirements across different populations
- Recognise the importance of balanced nutrition for overall health
Who Should Take This Course
This course is ideal for:
- Beginners interested in nutrition and wellbeing
- Healthcare and social care support workers
- Caregivers supporting children, adults, or older adults
- Students exploring health-related careers
- Community support and residential care staff
- Anyone interested in healthy living and nutrition
Why Take This Course
- Develop valuable nutrition and hydration knowledge
- Learn concepts relevant to healthcare and care settings
- Study through a flexible online learning format
- Suitable for beginners and existing care workers
- Support career development in health-focused roles
- Earn a recognised certificate upon completion
Job Opportunities & Salary (CAD)
- Personal Support Worker – CAD $40,000 – $60,000
- Healthcare Assistant – CAD $42,000 – $62,000
- Community Support Worker – CAD $42,000 – $65,000
- Residential Care Worker – CAD $43,000 – $65,000
- Dietary Aide – CAD $38,000 – $55,000
- Health Promotion Assistant – CAD $45,000 – $70,000
Entry Requirements
- No formal qualifications required
- Basic English reading and writing skills
- Basic computer literacy
- Interest in nutrition and health
- Access to an internet-connected device
- Suitable for beginners in Canada
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this Nutrition and Hydration Course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
CPD Accredited
All of our courses are accredited by the CPD Quality Standards as conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
QLS Endorsed
The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a trusted endorsement framework that certifies high-quality, non-regulated training programmes across various sectors.
Association of Healthcare Trainers
The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) promotes high-quality healthcare training, supporting providers to deliver relevant, industry-aligned education and improve professional standards.
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost CA$9.99). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
↻
Course Curriculum
Begin by exploring the foundations of nutrition and its importance in maintaining health and wellbeing. This module introduces key dietary concepts and explains how nutrition supports bodily functions throughout life.
Discover the essential nutrients required for growth, energy, repair, and overall health. The module examines carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and their individual roles within the body.
Explore the causes, risk factors, and consequences of malnutrition. Learners will gain an understanding of how inadequate nutrition can affect physical health, recovery, and quality of life.
Learn about approaches used to support individuals with nutritional needs. This module discusses dietary planning, monitoring nutritional status, and strategies for promoting healthy eating habits.
Focus on the importance of maintaining adequate fluid intake for overall health. The module explains how hydration supports bodily functions and contributes to physical and mental wellbeing.
Examine the signs, symptoms, and potential health impacts of dehydration. Learners will explore prevention strategies and methods for recognising dehydration in different care settings.
Conclude the course by exploring the body’s ongoing need for water and the factors that influence fluid requirements. This module highlights the role of water in maintaining health, supporting bodily processes, and preventing hydration-related complications.
FAQ
Yes. The course introduces nutrition and hydration concepts in a clear and accessible way for learners with no prior experience.
The course covers nutrients, malnutrition, nutritional support, hydration, dehydration, and the importance of water for health.
Yes. Nutrition and hydration knowledge is valuable in healthcare, social care, community support, and residential care settings.
Yes. The course explains common signs, symptoms, and risk factors associated with both conditions.
Yes. The course is fully online and self-paced, allowing flexible learning around your schedule.
Yes. Learners receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.
Excellent
4.8/5
4.8 Average - 64 Reviews
★ Reviews
Previous
Next
Original price was: $125.$20Current price is: $20. ex VAT
SAVE 84% - OFFER ENDS SOON
 |
Take All course
for $99-
01 Year of full Course access -
Intermediate
-
Endorsed Certificate of Compleiton
-
1 hour, 59 minutes of total Unit + Quiz duration -
10 CPD Points
