The LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Nutritional Health Promotion (Dip Health Promotion) is a specialised qualification designed for learners who wish to enhance their knowledge and professional skills in promoting nutrition and healthy lifestyles. This diploma provides comprehensive coverage of nutritional science, public health principles, behaviour change strategies, and health promotion techniques, equipping learners with the tools to support individuals and communities in achieving better health outcomes.
This qualification is aimed at professionals who want to enhance their career prospects, expand their knowledge, and strengthen their Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Learners will gain the skills needed to assess nutritional needs, design and implement effective health promotion programmes, and evaluate their impact using evidence-based approaches. The course is particularly suitable for health and wellness practitioners, community health workers, nutrition advisors, educators, and anyone seeking to contribute to public health initiatives and lifestyle improvement programmes.
Centres delivering this qualification are required to maintain the highest standards of teaching and learning. They must ensure that learners are supported by competent and qualified staff with relevant expertise, and that they have access to up-to-date learning materials, practical resources, and facilities to support effective study and assessment. This ensures learners achieve both theoretical understanding and practical competence, preparing them for professional success in the field of nutritional health promotion.
With its strong emphasis on applied knowledge, professional development, and evidence-based practice, the Level 3 Diploma in Nutritional Health Promotion is an ideal choice for learners committed to advancing their careers while making a meaningful impact on individual and community health.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Nutritional Health Promotion (Dip Health Promotion)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
60
GLH
240
Qualification #
LICQ2201056
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Nutritional Health Promotion (Dip Health Promotion) , applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2201056-1 |
Foundations of Nutritional Health |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201056-2 |
Public Health and Nutrition Policy |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201056-3 |
Behaviour Change and Health Promotion |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201056-4 |
Nutritional Assessment and Evaluation |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201056-5 |
Designing and Implementing Health Promotion Programmes |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201056-6 |
Professional Practice and Continuing Development in Nutrition |
10 |
40 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Foundations of Nutritional Health
By the end of this unit, the learner will be able to:
- Explain the role and function of macronutrients and micronutrients in human health
- Describe dietary requirements across different life stages and populations
- Analyse the impact of nutrition on growth, development, and overall wellbeing
- Apply nutritional principles to evaluate balanced diets for individuals and groups
Unit 2: Public Health and Nutrition Policy
By the end of this unit, the learner will be able to:
- Identify key national and international nutrition policies and dietary guidelines
- Explain the impact of public health initiatives on dietary behaviour and health outcomes
- Evaluate policy strategies for addressing malnutrition and diet-related diseases
- Analyse the role of government and organisations in promoting population health
Unit 3: Behaviour Change and Health Promotion
By the end of this unit, the learner will be able to:
- Explain theories and models of behaviour change related to dietary habits
- Assess strategies to motivate individuals and communities towards healthier lifestyles
- Apply behaviour change techniques in nutrition and health promotion interventions
- Evaluate the effectiveness of behaviour change programmes in improving health outcomes
Unit 4: Nutritional Assessment and Evaluation
By the end of this unit, the learner will be able to:
- Conduct dietary assessments using food diaries, recalls, and other tools
- Interpret anthropometric, biochemical, and clinical data to evaluate nutritional status
- Analyse and report findings to identify nutritional risks and deficiencies
- Apply assessment results to inform evidence-based health promotion strategies
Unit 5: Designing and Implementing Health Promotion Programmes
By the end of this unit, the learner will be able to:
- Plan nutrition-focused health promotion programmes for individuals and communities
- Implement programmes using evidence-based strategies and best practice guidelines
- Monitor and evaluate programme outcomes to ensure effectiveness and impact
- Recommend improvements to enhance programme delivery and sustainability
Unit 6: Professional Practice and Continuing Development in Nutrition
By the end of this unit, the learner will be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of ethical and professional responsibilities in nutrition and health promotion
- Apply reflective practice to identify personal strengths and areas for professional development
- Develop a personal Continuing Professional Development (CPD) plan aligned with career goals
- Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders in a professional context
The LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Nutritional Health Promotion is designed for learners who want to advance their careers, deepen their expertise, and strengthen their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in nutrition, health, and wellness. This qualification is suitable for:
- Health and nutrition professionals seeking to expand knowledge of dietary guidance, health promotion, and lifestyle interventions
- Public health practitioners and community health workers aiming to implement nutrition-focused health initiatives
- Dietary advisors, wellness consultants, and health educators looking to enhance professional practice with evidence-based strategies
- Fitness trainers and lifestyle coaches who want to apply nutritional and health promotion principles in client programmes
- Individuals working in healthcare, nutrition, or wellness sectors seeking career progression and professional recognition
- Learners committed to CPD and ongoing professional development in nutritional health promotion
- Anyone with an interest in improving public and individual health outcomes through applied nutrition knowledge and practice
Centres delivering the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Nutritional Health Promotion must meet the following standards to ensure high-quality training, assessment, and learner success:
- Qualified and Competent Staff
Trainers, assessors, and internal quality assurers must be suitably qualified, experienced, and competent in nutrition, health promotion, and professional training delivery. - Access to Learning Resources
Centres must provide learners with up-to-date textbooks, research journals, digital platforms, and practical resources to support effective learning and independent study. - Robust Assessment and Quality Assurance Systems
Centres should implement clear procedures for assessment, internal moderation, and quality assurance to maintain fairness, consistency, and compliance with awarding body standards. - Appropriate Facilities and Learning Environment
Centres must offer a safe, supportive, and well-equipped environment for classroom-based, blended, or online delivery, ensuring learner engagement and high-quality outcomes. - Learner Support Services
Centres must provide guidance, academic support, and access to professional development resources to enable learners to succeed in the programme. - Commitment to CPD
Teaching and support staff should actively engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to maintain expertise and deliver high-quality training experiences. - Technology and Digital Access
For online or blended learning, centres must ensure learners have reliable access to digital platforms, e-learning tools, and technical support.
By meeting these requirements, centres can deliver the Level 3 Diploma in Nutritional Health Promotion to the highest standards, ensuring learners gain both theoretical knowledge and practical competence.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
