LEARN HOW TO BECOME A WEIGHT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT WITH THE CLIENT'S HEALTH & WELLBEING AT THE CORE. A MESSAGE FROM THE AUTHOR As you enter into this study, I want you to be fully aware of what lies before you. If you save people from overweight, you will also increase life-expectancy and/or prevent the onset of serious debilitating diseases. There will also be those clients whose life has been long limited in a psychological sense and you will be able to help them to restore their sense of verve and vitality so they can again live life to the fullest extent. This will be done through learning special expertise both technically and in person-to-person relations. With these words of encouragement, I warmly welcome you to this course of study where the amount of potential job satisfaction is incalculable. DR. LAWRENCE PLASKETT Course Duration 12 months Study Hours 200 hours Course Content 13 sections Course Fee £475 Course Overview The Plaskett Weight Management Consultancy course will provide you with a detailed, systematic and scientifically-based training, fuller than any other we know of in the field. It will enable you to practise as a well-informed Weight Management Consultant and most importantly, you will be able to help and support individuals in their quest to lose weight whilst maintaining health and well-being. Learn the Basic Elements of Nutrition You will gain an understanding of the basic elements of nutrition with a focus on the key nutrients in order to avoid deficiencies when working with weight loss clients. Create Individualised Weight Loss Programmes You will develop the confidence to be able to make informed choices from a wide span of weight loss options and avoid the use of rigidly fixed methods, thereby delivering programmes best suited to individual needs. Become a Skilled Adviser You will learn the skills to be able to counsel on a one-to-one basis, we believe that this favours the resolution of individual circumstances and problems. You will receive the training to see your clients through every stage of the process, thereby maximising their chances of success. Expand Practice of Current Health Professionals In addition to those wanting to set up practice as a Weight Management Consultant, this course is ideally suited to current health & fitness professionals looking to enhance their practice. BREAKDOWN OF THE COURSE SECTIONS The Weight Management Consultancy Diploma includes the following 13 sections: SECTION 1 BASIC SCIENCE SUPPORT Whilst our main concern will be with weight loss, we need to understand some of the basic aspects of nutrition. These deal with the key nutrients that we have to control to reduce weight. They will also help us to understand how to lose weight without developing deficiencies. In Section 1, we begin the study of nutrients and foods by looking at the main bulk nutrients that our diets contain: protein, carbohydrate and fat. Before one can consider individual vitamins and minerals, one has to know about the nutrients that make up most of our diets, namely the bulk nutrients. These are the suppliers of food energy and ultimately help to decide an individual's size. You will need to understand these so as to manipulate them with skill. Areas Covered What are the bulk nutrients? Chemical elements contained in the bulk nutrients Proteins Carbohydrates Fibre Fats The energy reserve role of fat The lipoproteins of the blood SECTION 2 UNDERSTANDING THE FIELD & NATURE OF THE PROBLEM This section introduces the basic ideas of the training. The purpose of this course of training is to enable the student to help others who are overweight or obese to lose weight, and to do so in a professional manner. At the same time, it aims to motivate you and empower you to set up a practice as a ‘Weight Management Consultant’ that will lead to your gaining a good reputation in this field, developing a panel of satisfied clients and bringing you both status and income. Since losing weight is not easy, one has to be aware of all the different methods and ramifications that are a part of this intriguing subject. The professionalism comes from knowing a number of different “ways in” to help the clients and also from being able to develop awareness of the individuality of each client. This will put you in a position to find the best and most successful route to weight loss for each person who consults you. This will mean giving individual advice, not just the same advice to everyone. By recognising individuality we earn the client’s trust and appreciation and we also increase the chances of achieving the fullest possible success by being in a position to find individual solutions to each client’s problem. Areas Covered The aims of the work The clients’ motives The clients themselves The clients’ knowledge of nutrition The place of psychology The arithmetical equation of body weight Ways of working Getting fat is all too easy – we review how it happens Definition and classification: criteria for weight normality SECTION 3 THE THEORY OF THE CAUSES OF OVERWEIGHT & OBESITY In this section we explore 'The Theory of what Causes Overweight and Obesity'. We look at the underlying reasons for this current epidemic scale of the problem in developed societies throughout the world. Understanding this will give you an insight into what needs to be done. The Weight Management Consultant clearly needs to understand as fully as possible the causes of obesity in order to be able to formulate good advice. It is necessary to understand that, although the ultimate cause is always eating more than the body requires, that factor is modified by many subsidiary factors. One, that always interests clients, is whether or not one may be predisposed by one’s inheritance to put on and retain weight, so we deal with this question. Areas covered Relative effect of genetics and environment Hormonal disturbance in obesity Slower than normal rates of energy expenditure The role of fat cells Role of the enzyme lipoprotein lipase SECTION 4 THE HEALTH CONSEQUENCES OF EXCESS WEIGHT It is well known that being overweight or obese increases the chances of contracting chronic illnesses. This section examines the types of illnesses involved and the way that their incidence is affected by body weight. From the standpoint of a Weight Management Consultant, the use of this information is to present clearly the vital benefits that your work can bring to your clients in terms of freedom from illness. This knowledge can augment your job satisfaction, especially when you can see the client’s health condition improving as weight comes down. That can be expected to happen sometimes, but of course not always. So, potentially this information can serve to inform your clients about the degree to which slimming down from an overweight or obese condition can help them to avoid very negative health consequences. By passing on parts of this data to some carefully selected clients, you may perhaps either improve their flagging motivation, or increase their satisfaction level with their early results or with the efforts they are making. Areas covered The connection between overweight and ill health The risk of early death Illness and death from cardiovascular disease Illness and death from diabetes mellitus Illness and death from hypertension Illness and death from respiratory problems Illness and death from gallbladder disease Illness and immobility from arthritis Illness from gout Illness and death from cancer SECTION 5 FIRST PRINCIPLES OF CORRECTING EXCESS WEIGHT In this section we approach the practical side of the Weight Management Consultant’s job. The greatest skill required of the Consultant is that of formulating the advice in a way that combines efficacy with client acceptability. The mistake most often made in the approach to weight reduction is to employ only one method yet in pursuing reduction in a person’s weight, it is best to come at the problem from multiple angles simultaneously. The person’s diet may well have to be the first and foremost approach however, the main alternative approaches involve several different ways of preventing excess food materials from being stored, leading to overweight. If control of the diet is the only method one employs, then so much depends upon strict dietary control that the will and the motivation of the client may be too severely tested. However, an approach in which dietary control takes pride of place, but is supported by a number of other approaches, is more likely to find client acceptability and is therefore more likely, ultimately, to be successful. In this section we list these “prevention of storage” approaches before dealing more fully with the diet. Areas covered Strategy of weight control Reduction of food intake The use of balanced hypocaloric diets Strategies for reducing food intake in practice Using foods intended to increase metabolic rate Mixtures of the various strategies SECTION 6 REDUCING WEIGHT THROUGH DIET & DIETARY COMPOSITION The principal purpose of this section is to understand the scope that we have to reduce food calories in the diet without necessarily reducing the total weight of food consumed. It looks closely at understanding and measuring food energy. Working in this way with diet is kindest to the clients and makes fewer demands upon their efforts and their will to succeed. Areas covered Understanding food energy The make-up of daily diets What does the body have to do with tis energy? Water content of foods The differing energy contents of food dry matter Substituting low-calorie for high-calorie foods The first stage of calorie reduction Combining diet with exercise A further stage of calorie reduction SECTION 7 SELECTING INDIVIDUAL FOODS The previous section talks mainly about the first principles of reducing calorie intake while keeping the weight of daily food dry matter level. This is done mainly by varying the extent to which each food class contributes to the overall diet; we simply reduce the proportions of those food classes with the higher calorie content. This section now looks within food classes to pick out those foods that, individually, have lower calorie content than the average for foods within the class concerned and make the best contribution to an individual client’s diet. This is a further step to calorie reduction without loss of food bulk. Areas covered Different foods within any given class have different calorific values Choosing foods within food classes for calorie reduction Specific recommendations for individual foods within each class Care needed in using the information Calorie contents of the “more suitable foods” Dietary results from substituting individual foods The necessary provision of dietary fat The quality of dietary protein The quantity of dietary protein Choosing foods for overall dietary suitability SECTION 8 BUILDING YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF FOODS INTO DIETS In the Sections that have gone before, we have noted several key strategies aimed at reducing the client’s intake of calories. This section gets down to the key job of building and structuring a diet to help each particular client - the aim now is to address the actual prescribing of diets to enable you to build upon the principles already learned and to give the client a workable diet that can achieve his or her aims. Areas Covered The adjusting and re-balancing of the food classes Calculating the food replacements Targeting individual foods SECTION 9 FIRST LOOK AT CONDUCTING CONSULTATIONS This section takes you through managing the consultation, helping you to structure the activity to provide a satisfactory experience for your clients. This is the basis for a good approach to weight reduction. The section culminates in the provision of example diet sheets with guidelines according to food classes and guidelines according to mealtimes and considers the benefits of both. Areas Covered The consultant’s surroundings and manner Direction of the early conversation Collection of the dietary data Weight-loss ideas come to you during the data collection Identifying the largest food contributions to overweight Balancing the food classes Writing down the guidelines Substitution of individual foods Reduction in the food bulk eaten Integrating the entire diet Example diet sheets SECTION 10 COUNTING CALORIES. BENEFITS OF EXERCISE. THE KETO DIET. In section 10 we cover the method of calculating the calories in everyday life. We look at the benefits of exercise for suitable clients and discuss more specific diets such as the ketogenic diet. Areas Covered Calculating the calories The benefits of exercise The ketogenic diet SECTION 11 PROMOTING GOOD HEALTH. UNDERSTANDING DRUG TREATMENTS. FOLLOW-UP GUIDELINES. Brings us to the section where we set about designing slimming programmes that are not only effective at weight loss, but also promote good health. To give you an insight into the potential problems, we also look at the drug treatments given for overweight by doctors. We also take you through the guidelines for follow-ups after the first consultation. Areas Covered Slimming programmes to promote good health Understanding drug treatments for overweight Follow-up guidelines SECTION 12 USE OF SUPPLEMENTS TO PROMOTE LOSS OF WEIGHT This section deals with non-food substances, or supplements that with help with weight loss. It looks at how they actually achieve this and discuss their effectiveness and safety implications for the individual. These include some micronutrients, herbs, enzyme inhibitors and sequestering agents. Areas Covered Inhibition of fat absorption Changing body composition Substances encouraging increased thermogenesis Appetite suppressants Enzyme inhibition Prevention of fat synthesis Nutrients that may accelerate metabolism Appendix 1 – some abstracts of key articles Appendix 2 – summary of modes of action SECTION 13 MANAGING This rather substantial last section deals with a fuller and final part on “Managing the Consultations”. This further develops your consultation skills and objective setting in weight management practice. It also addresses the tricky question of compliance and weight regain and how to avoid it. Finally, it looks at “Running your Practice as a Business” to ensure that you have a grasp of the business principles that you will need. Areas Covered Managing the consultations – basic methodology Note on progressive reduction in energy needs Construction of the overall prescription – different components Running your practice as a business Appendix (more about why the slimming process slows down) TESTIMONIALS Here's what students have to say about the course Mrs E. Marriott UK “The Plaskett course in Weight Management Consultancy has been a really good introduction into the importance of nutrition and balancing food groups to make up a healthy diet plan for those who are obese and wishing to lose weight. It would be good if you want to do it for your own understanding or if you are looking for a step into a professional qualification or practicing yourself. The tutors communicate with you and give you detailed feedback on assignments and the work is achievable within a year, quicker if your apply yourself. There is a lot of information in the course surrounding basic nutrients, composition of foods and on how to set up and run your own practice”.
This Level 3 anatomy & physiology (or A & P as it is commonly known) is a perfect course for those who are looking to build upon their existing knowledge of skincare, but is also open to complete beginners. Please confirm dates and availability with us prior to purchasing Who Is This Course Suitable For? Pre-requisites None required. Course Content You will cover: Skin, nails and hair The skeletal system The muscular system The nervous system The endocrine system The respiratory system The cardiovascular system The lymphatic system The digestive system You will have 1 Assignment and 1 Exam Course Duration & Cost No date required, please go ahead and BOOK, we will email across all relevant home studying information directly to your email address You have a minimum of 6 weeks to study for the exam and a maximum of one year This course is ALL home studying You will need inform us when you feel you are ready to sit your exam, we can take a look at a few assessment dates for you at our Leicester centre. Remote (Webcam) Exams If you cannot attend our assessment Centre we can arrange for you to take your final assessment remotely via webcam. Dates for remote exams are flexible and can be booked in with our team when you have completed your online coursework. £330 Categories: ofqual
COURSE INTRODUCTION The purpose of this course is to introduce / refresh participants’ knowledge and skills in the essential aspects of diabetes management in their practice setting. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES Identify their current knowledge of diabetes care and how confident they feel about offering advice to a patient with diabetes and or their family. Purpose and outcomes of the main treatment options for people with diabetes . Discuss the importance of addressing the person’s needs and how regular clinic visits impact on the management of diabetes All course materials and certificate of attendance Accreditation 6 CPD points awarded completion. Accredited by One Awards (*Certificate £30) and CPD Standards (*Certificate free) Discuss how to build relationships and establish an environment that enables the person with diabetes to take an active role in their diabetes management COURSE CONTENTS OVERVIEW Aetiology and diagnosis of type 1 and type 2. Difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes Implications for practice Management goals TYPE 1 Treatment and management options Carbohydrate awareness Challenges in self-management Hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia Screening and the annual review TYPE 2 First line treatment and step-wise options Food choices and relation to risk Activity and type 2 diabetes Cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes Screening and annual review SUPPORTING PEOPLE WITH DIABETES AND THEIR FAMILY Seeing the person not the disease Consultation skills Ongoing support needs . Food and lifestyle messages for diabetes Annual review and screening including foot care advice Blood glucose monitoring Consultation skills and relationship building Complications and treatment options WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Nurses HCAs
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Course Overview The Advanced Pet First Aid course equips learners with essential knowledge to effectively respond to a wide range of pet health emergencies. Covering critical topics such as CPR, shock management, bandaging, and treating poisoning, this course ensures participants are prepared to act swiftly and correctly in emergency situations. Learners will gain the confidence to handle common crises such as bleeding, fractures, seizures, and heatstroke, enhancing their ability to protect the wellbeing of pets. Whether for personal preparedness or professional development, this course offers invaluable insights that can make a significant difference in urgent situations. Upon completion, learners will have the skills and understanding necessary to manage first aid scenarios efficiently, safeguarding animal welfare and supporting recovery before veterinary care is available. Course Description This comprehensive Advanced Pet First Aid course delves into a wide range of emergency scenarios, providing detailed guidance on recognising and responding to critical pet health issues. Topics include dealing with collapse and unconsciousness, administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), managing shock and bleeding, applying bandages, and addressing fractures. Learners will also explore the correct actions for seizures, choking, burns, poisoning, and other common emergencies. Through clear explanations, real-world case studies, and practical advice, the course builds a robust foundation for confident emergency response. Participants will also be guided on how to manage a first aid situation calmly and effectively and how to assemble and maintain a complete pet first aid kit. Designed to enhance both personal capability and professional credibility, this course empowers learners with vital skills to support pets during critical times and reinforces a strong commitment to animal welfare. Course Modules Module 01: Introduction Module 02: Collapse & Unconsciousness Module 03: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Module 04: Shock Module 05: Bleeding Module 06: Bandaging Module 07: Fractures Module 08: Seizures Module 09: Choking & Drowning Module 10: Heat Stroke & Hypothermia Module 11: Burns & Scalds Module 12: Poisoning Module 13: Bites & Stings Module 14: Common Emergencies Module 15: Managing a First Aid Scenario Module 16: Pet First Aid Kit (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to improve their ability to respond to pet emergencies. Professionals aiming to enhance their skills in animal care and safety roles. Beginners with an interest in animal health, veterinary services, or pet ownership. Pet owners wishing to better support their pets' wellbeing during critical situations. Animal shelter volunteers and rescue workers committed to effective emergency response. Career Path Veterinary Assistant Animal Care Worker Pet Groomer Dog Walker or Pet Sitter Animal Shelter Support Staff Pet Boarding and Daycare Operator Animal Welfare Officer Rescue Centre Assistant
Medical Terminology Training Course Overview: This Medical Terminology Training course provides a comprehensive foundation in understanding the language used in healthcare settings. Learners will gain a solid understanding of medical terms related to human anatomy, various body systems, lab tests, and diagnostic equipment. The course is designed to offer practical value by enhancing communication within healthcare teams and improving accuracy in documentation. By the end of the course, learners will be able to recognise and correctly use medical terminology in professional settings, leading to better collaboration and patient care. Course Description: This course covers key areas of medical terminology, from human anatomy and physiological systems to diagnostic equipment and laboratory tests. Learners will explore the meanings behind commonly used medical terms, including acronyms and abbreviations, making it easier to communicate complex medical information effectively. Each module is structured to help learners familiarise themselves with different systems of the body, such as the cardiovascular, respiratory, and musculoskeletal systems, and the language used to describe them. By the end of the course, learners will have acquired the skills to confidently engage in medical environments, improving both their professional competency and their ability to interpret medical documents. Medical Terminology Training Curriculum: Module 01: Human Body Vocabulary with Pictures Module 02: Equipment, Instruments and Lab Tests Module 03: Acronyms and Abbreviation Module 04: Digestive System Module 05: Cardiovascular System Module 06: Blood and Immunity System Module 07: Respiratory System Module 08: Musculoskeletal System Module 09: Central Nervous System (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to understand medical terminology. Professionals aiming to enhance communication within healthcare teams. Beginners with an interest in medical terminology or healthcare. Those working in administrative or support roles in healthcare settings. Career Path Medical Receptionist Health Administrator Medical Secretary Clinical Support Worker Laboratory Assistant Medical Records Coordinator
Veterinary Nursing Level 3 Course Overview This Veterinary Nursing Level 3 course offers a comprehensive introduction to the essential knowledge and skills required for supporting animal health and welfare across multiple species. Learners will explore vital topics such as animal care, emergency response, and relevant legislation, equipping them to assist effectively in veterinary environments. The course emphasises critical understanding of veterinary nursing roles, including recognising and managing common emergencies like shock, seizures, and poisoning. Upon completion, learners will have developed the confidence and competence to contribute responsibly to animal care teams, while enhancing their career prospects in the veterinary sector. Course Description The Veterinary Nursing Level 3 course covers a wide range of key subjects designed to build foundational expertise for those interested in animal health and veterinary support. Topics include basic animal welfare, emergency scenarios such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and fracture management, and the legal framework governing veterinary nursing. Learners will gain insight into recognising and responding to critical situations including unconsciousness, bleeding, burns, and poisoning. The course also addresses career development, providing guidance on professional growth within the veterinary nursing field. This structured learning experience develops knowledge, decision-making abilities, and an understanding of the responsibilities involved in veterinary care. Veterinary Nursing Level 3 Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Veterinary Nursing Module 02: Basic Care and Animal Welfare of All Species Module 03: Career Prospect and Development Module 04: Veterinary Nursing Legislation Module 05: Collapse & Unconsciousness Module 06: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Module 07: Shock Module 08: Bleeding Module 09: Bandage Module 10: Fractures Module 11: Seizures Module 12: Choking & Drowning Module 13: Heat Stroke & Hypothermia Module 14: Burns & Scalds Module 15: Poisoning Module 16: Bites and Stings Module 17: Common Emergencies Module 18: Managing a First Aid Scenario Module 19: Pet First Aid Kit (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to build a career in veterinary nursing. Professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge of animal care and emergency management. Beginners with an interest in animal welfare and veterinary support roles. Those pursuing formal education to work alongside veterinary practitioners. Career Path Veterinary Nurse Assistant Animal Care Assistant Veterinary Clinic Support Staff Emergency Animal Care Provider Veterinary Nursing Student Progression Roles in Animal Welfare Organisations