Diploma in nutrition and dietetics course units

Diploma in nutrition and dietetics course units (KNEC) & Diploma in nutrition and dietetics module 1, module 2 and module 3 KNEC units codes listed here. There are various units studied in this course for each module with majority examined by KNEC at the end of academic year while others like trade projects, research methods and business plan are assessed and may forwarded to KNEC. The course code for the respective course always has an extension for each unit example (2920/301) 4 digit course code slash followed by unit number which helps in identification in the official KNEC timetable

COURSE DURATION: 3 academic yrs
MODULES: 3
COURSE CODE: 2426
COURSE CATEGORY: Social sciences department

Diploma in nutrition and dietetics module 1 units

ICT
Principles of human nutrition
Legal aspects of nutrition and dietetics
Nutrition in HIV and AIDs
Maternal and child nutrition
Diet therapy 1
Nutrition anthropology
Meal planning management and service
Food production for invalids and convalescents
Food safety and hygiene
Introduction to nutrition and dietetics
HIV and AIDS
Human anatomy and physiology
Physical science
Mathematics
Life skills
Communication skills
Entrepreneurship

Diploma in nutrition and dietetics module 2 units

Introduction to microbiology
Research methods
Business plan
First AID
Introduction to primary health care
Principles of nutrition behavior
Nutrition in the lifespan
Basic biochemistry
Introduction to biostatics
Principles of food processing and preservation
Diet therapy 2

Diploma in nutrition and dietetics module 3 units

Food microbiology and parasitology
Industrial organization and management
Product development, marketing and sales
Nutrition assessment and surveillance
Community partnership skills
Nutrition in emergencies
Nutrition epidemiology
Diet therapy 3
Nutrition education and counselling
Food security
Communicable and non communicable diseases
Trade project

Benefits of studying diploma in nutrition and dietetics

Upon completion of the Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics the graduates will have acquired knowledge skills and attitude to be able to: Apply the knowledge skills and attitudes to undertake quality nutrition and dietetic practice in a range of settings including disasters and emergencies. After identifying the units offered for the diploma in nutrition and dietetics course one of the main question is always the benefits which include and are not limited to;

Develop key management skills.
Employability or self employment
An introduction to the business world.
Improved Proficiency.
Develop Universal Relevance.
Better Promotion Prospects.
Job Security.
Better Personnel Management Skills.
Have Job Satisfaction.

COURSE OUTLINES AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Diploma in nutrition and dietetics course units