PK102: Nutrition as Medicine
Cut through all the nonsense and get science-based nutrition knowledge, tools and confidence.
- Rapidly upskill in evidence-based nutrition
- Gain confidence, motivation & inspiration
- Easily cut through the noise & contradicting info
- Easy to fit into a busy lifestyle
Approx. 20 hours of training,
with 12 months to complete
Get certified for
$579.00
Nutrition and science go hand in hand. Gain an in-depth understanding of the latest science and evidence in nutrition to help yourself, your family and your clients gain lasting health results.
Good nutrition is a critical part of getting results for yourself, your family or your clients. PK102: Nutrition as Medicine is designed to give you a university-level education in nutrition at a fraction of the cost. This course cuts through all the confusion and gives you a solid foundation in the science of nutrition, not just the theory.
Study online, at home, any time
All our courses are accessed from the convenience of your computer, smartphone or tablet, all from the comfort of your own home.
Learn on your own time, at your own pace, and in your own space.
Meet your instructors
Dr Caryn Zinn
Dietitian
Registered dietitian with over 20 years’ experience.
Prof Grant Schofield
Public Health
Director of The Centre for Human Potential at AUT and Professor of Public Health.
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Course Overview
This course includes:
Module 1: Nutrition Fundamentals for Human Health
Module 2: A Brief History of Human Nutrition
Module 3: The Metabolic Theory of Energy Balance
Module 4: Food vs Nutrients: Different Dietary Approaches
Module 5: Getting to Know Your Food & Nutrients
Module 6: Focusing on the Client
Approx. 20 hours of training,
with 12 months to complete
Get certified for
$579.00
Frequently Asked Questions
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When does the course start and finish?
This course is available for you to start immediately as soon as you enrol with online, 24/7 access. You then have 12 months to complete your short course.
Can I go at my own pace?
Yes. You can do this course in your own time and at your own pace, with online 24/7 access. The course can easily be completed within four weeks by committing to approximately five hours of work per week. You do however have up to 12 months to complete your course.
Do I receive any certification for completing the course?
You will receive a PREKURE Certificate of Completion for this course.
What happens after I finish the course?
If you would like to continue learning, choose another Short Course or cross-credit into one of our Certificates.
Do I have to be a PT or have a background in health to do this course?
No. This course is perfect if you are looking to upskill for your own benefit. You will learn many tips and tricks that will help you and your loved ones personally. To date, we have had GPs, nurses, full-time mums, gardeners, IT specialists, and more enrolling on this course!
I am a nurse, physio or pharmacist. Does this course counts towards my CPD credits?
Yes, it counts as 20 hours.
Is this a CME endorsed course by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGPs)?
Our courses have been endorsed by The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGP) and have been approved for CME credits for the General Practice Educational Programme (GPEP) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes.
Is this course recognised for Registered Exercise Professionals (REPs)?
Yes. You will receive 12.5 continuing professional development (CPD) points for completing this course.
How do I know this course is credible and contains correct information?
The course is scientifically-based and evidence-informed with full academic references provided for all materials. It is taught by our highly qualified, world-class teaching Faculty with extensive real-world experience. One of our past students says, “By aligning with a professional group like PREKURE, I can reassure my clients that I am using the latest, evidence-based tools and techniques to support them.”
What if I am unhappy with the course?
If you are dissatisfied for any reason with your purchase, contact us within 30 days and we will give you a full refund, no questions asked.
Do I get life-time access to the course materials?
No. All PREKURE course content is available for 12 months from the date you enrol. Each module does however come with notes that you can download.
If you’re completing this Short Course as part of a Certificate you can retain access to your course content by joining the PREKURE Postgrad Network, an exclusive membership offering postgraduate professional support to PREKURE Certificate graduates. This includes access to updated content, resources and references as we continue to develop and re-release courses.
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