This course/module examines the assessment of cross-cultural dietary patterns and food habits, knowledge of national nutrition policies and programs including integrated nutrition programs. This course/module also encompasses components such as: knowledge and understanding of food and nutrition security, nutrition promotion, determining economical lifestyle interrelationships that impact on nutritional problems and educational needs throughout the life cycle of a human being. Nutrition Education and Counselling will equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to deal with various problems within the health system. Students will acquire knowledge on typical counselling techniques and therapeutic process and theories about the nature of emotions, strategies and techniques.
- Teacher: Primrose Ndlovu