Nutrition and Hydration
Accreditations
CPD Approved
 
Course Description
Proper nutrition and hydration are critical components of health and well-being, especially in care environments where individuals may have specific dietary needs. This CPD-approved course provides a foundational understanding of nutrition, hydration, and the risks associated with malnutrition and dehydration.
Learners will explore key nutritional principles, dietary guidelines, hydration strategies, and screening tools used in care settings to ensure individuals receive the proper nourishment required for optimal health. The course also emphasizes best practices for identifying and addressing malnutrition, overnutrition, and dehydration risks.
 
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Understand the terminology related to nutrition and hydration in care environments.
Recognize the basic elements of nutrition and how to maintain a healthy, balanced diet.
Identify vulnerable individuals at risk of malnutrition and dehydration.
Learn to use screening tools such as the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST).
Implement best practices to improve hydration and dietary support for service users.
 
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is ideal for:
Healthcare and Social Care Professionals – Nurses, caregivers, and nutritionists.
Care Home Staff – Workers responsible for meal planning and dietary care.
Support Workers – Those assisting individuals with special dietary needs.
Hospital and Clinical Staff – Medical personnel managing patient hydration and nutrition.
Family Caregivers – Those supporting vulnerable loved ones at home.
 
Course Modules (Pass Mark: 70%)
The Course Structure – Introduction to the course layout and learning objectives.
Defining the Terms – Explanation of key terminology in nutrition and hydration.
The Eatwell Plate – Understanding balanced diets and essential food groups.
Hydration – Importance of fluid intake and preventing dehydration.
Through-life Nutrition – Nutritional requirements at different life stages.
Malnutrition and Overnutrition – Recognizing and addressing nutritional imbalances.
The Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST) – Using screening tools to assess risk.
Assessment & Certification
Pass Mark: 70% per module
Upon successful completion, learners receive a CPD-certified certificate.
Course Duration
65 minutes of video content (excluding quiz and reflection time).
 
Course Format
100% Online & Self-Paced – Study at your own convenience.
Interactive Video Content – Engaging learning experience with assessments.
Instant Certification – CPD-certified qualification upon completion.
 
Why Take This Course?
Gain essential knowledge of nutrition and hydration in care environments.
Identify and prevent malnutrition and dehydration in vulnerable individuals.
Understand dietary guidelines and best practices for promoting healthy eating.
Enhance career opportunities with a CPD-accredited certification.
Improve patient and service user care by implementing effective nutritional strategies.
 
Further Progression
To expand your knowledge, consider these related courses:
Food Safety and Hygiene – Understanding safe food handling and preparation.
Infection Control in Care – Reducing health risks related to hygiene and foodborne illnesses.
Health and Well-being in Care – Ensuring holistic care for service users.
 
Course Pricing
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Ensure proper dietary care, hydration management, and nutritional well-being with this CPD-approved Nutrition and Hydration training course.
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