The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Community Nutrition (Cert Community Nutrition) is a specialised qualification designed to provide learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to promote nutrition and healthy dietary practices at the community level. This course explores key principles of community nutrition, public health strategies, dietary assessment, programme planning, and the development of nutrition interventions tailored to diverse populations.
Ideal for healthcare professionals, nutritionists, public health practitioners, and community workers, this qualification enhances career prospects by equipping learners with the ability to assess community nutritional needs, design and implement evidence-based interventions, and evaluate outcomes effectively. Completing this course also contributes to Continuing Professional Development (CPD), helping learners expand their expertise and professional credibility.
The programme combines theoretical learning with practical application, ensuring learners can translate community nutrition principles into real-world initiatives that improve public health outcomes. Centres delivering this qualification must have competent and qualified staff, supported by appropriate teaching materials, facilities, and resources to ensure high-quality training, effective learner engagement, and successful achievement of learning outcomes.
The LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Community Nutrition offers an excellent pathway for learners seeking to build a strong foundation in community nutrition, contribute to healthier communities, and advance their professional development and career opportunities in healthcare, public health, and nutrition-focused roles.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Community Nutrition (Cert Community Nutrition)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
60
GLH
240
Qualification #
LICQ2201004
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Clinical Dietetics (Cert Clinical Dietetics), applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2201004-1 |
Fundamentals of Community Nutrition |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201004-2 |
Nutritional Assessment in Communities |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201004-3 |
Macronutrients, Micronutrients, and Health |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201004-4 |
Community Nutrition Programmes and Interventions |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201004-5 |
Health Promotion, Policy, and Behaviour Change |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2201004-6 |
Professional Practice, Ethics, and CPD in Community Nutrition |
10 |
40 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Fundamentals of Community Nutrition
Learners will be able to:
- Explain the principles and importance of community nutrition in public health.
- Analyse the relationship between diet, lifestyle, and population health.
- Identify factors affecting nutritional status within different communities.
- Apply foundational nutrition concepts to support community health initiatives.
Unit 2: Nutritional Assessment in Communities
Learners will be able to:
- Conduct assessments of dietary intake and nutritional status in populations.
- Use appropriate tools and methods to collect community nutrition data.
- Interpret assessment results to identify dietary deficiencies and health risks.
- Apply assessment findings to inform planning of community nutrition programmes.
Unit 3: Macronutrients, Micronutrients, and Health
Learners will be able to:
- Describe the role of essential macronutrients and micronutrients in maintaining health.
- Assess population nutrient requirements and common deficiencies.
- Analyse the impact of nutrient imbalances on community health outcomes.
- Apply nutritional knowledge to support dietary planning and interventions at the community level.
Unit 4: Community Nutrition Programmes and Interventions
Learners will be able to:
- Design and implement community nutrition programmes to meet identified needs.
- Identify target populations and tailor interventions accordingly.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition initiatives.
- Apply evidence-based strategies to improve dietary behaviours within communities.
Unit 5: Health Promotion, Policy, and Behaviour Change
Learners will be able to:
- Explain principles of health promotion and nutrition policy in a community context.
- Develop strategies to encourage positive dietary behaviours.
- Analyse the role of stakeholders, organisations, and government in community nutrition.
- Apply evidence-based approaches to influence population health outcomes.
Unit 6: Professional Practice, Ethics, and CPD in Community Nutrition
Learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate professional conduct, ethical decision-making, and confidentiality in community nutrition practice.
- Engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Communicate nutrition guidance effectively to diverse community audiences.
- Apply legal, regulatory, and professional standards to ensure safe and effective practice.
This course is designed for learners aiming to enhance their knowledge, practical skills, and career prospects in community nutrition, public health, and healthcare. Ideal candidates include:
- Aspiring Community Nutritionists: Individuals seeking to build a career in community nutrition, public health, or healthcare.
- Healthcare Professionals: Dietitians, nurses, and allied health practitioners wishing to expand expertise in population nutrition and community health.
- Public Health Practitioners: Professionals involved in planning, implementing, or evaluating community nutrition and health promotion programmes.
- Community Workers and Educators: Individuals working with local communities to improve dietary habits and promote healthy lifestyles.
- Career Changers: Professionals transitioning into public health, community nutrition, or healthcare sectors who require a recognised qualification.
- Adult Learners Focused on CPD: Learners committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and professional growth in healthcare, nutrition, and public health.
- Students of Nutrition, Health, or Social Sciences: Learners seeking a strong foundation in community nutrition for further study or specialised practice.
This course is ideal for learners who want to assess community nutritional needs, implement evidence-based interventions, improve public health outcomes, and advance their professional development in healthcare, public health, and nutrition-focused roles.
To effectively deliver the LICQual Level 3 Certificate in Community Nutrition (Cert Community Nutrition), centres must meet the following requirements:
- Qualified and Competent Staff: Centres must employ experienced trainers with relevant qualifications in community nutrition, public health, healthcare, or related fields to ensure high-quality teaching and learner support.
- Comprehensive Learning Materials: Centres should provide textbooks, digital resources, case studies, programme templates, and assessment tools to facilitate effective learner engagement and knowledge retention.
- Access to Suitable Facilities and Equipment: Appropriate classrooms, practical learning areas, or online platforms with reliable technology must be available to support both theoretical learning and practical community-based activities.
- Compliance with International Standards: Teaching, assessment, and learning activities must adhere to recognised international quality assurance and educational standards.
- Robust Assessment and Feedback Systems: Centres must implement effective assessment procedures and provide timely feedback to monitor learner progress and support achievement of learning outcomes.
- Support for Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Centres should encourage and facilitate CPD for learners and staff, promoting ongoing professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Centres must ensure safe learning environments, particularly for community or practical nutrition activities, in line with relevant regulations.
Meeting these requirements ensures learners receive high-quality training, achieve learning outcomes successfully, and develop practical skills for professional practice in community nutrition, public health, and health promotion.
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.
