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OVERVIEW
A Distance Learning Course from UK of 12 Lessons with
Live tutorials in Singapore
As the saying goes, "you are what you eat". Advertising in magazines,
newspapers and television stresses the importance of a lean and trim
body. The emphasis on health and taking responsibility and control of
your own health, highlights the importance of knowing how to manage an
effective eating regime.
The emphasis is on consulting and designing personal eating programmes
that suit your client.
This programme has been designed to illustrate the value of a sensible
eating regime. It will also allow the therapist to assist clients in
weight management.
ACCREDITATION
 
The Diploma is awarded by Stonebridge Associated Colleges UK and
accredited by ASET.
What is ASET
ASET is a recognised National Awarding Body.
ASET are a leading National Awarding Body, recognised in the U.K by the
Department for Education and Skills (DfEs), Learning Skills Council
(LSC) and the Qualifications & Curriculum Authority (QCA). ASET
specialise in providing, quality-assuring and certificating vocational
learning programmes.
STONEBRIDGE ADVANTAGE
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Unrivalled student success due to our focus on dedicated tutor
support
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Years of experience educating tens of thousands of students
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Global reputation for quality distance education course materials
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Choose between traditional postal based study or online learning
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Competitive prices and affordable study plans
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Unlike other distance learning providers, we impose no time limits
or pressures on you to complete your home study course. You study in
your own time and at your own pace
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Our system of continuous enrolment means that our students can
enroll on any day and at any time of the year
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Nationally accredited courses leading to internationally recognised
awards
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Continuous commitment to student satisfaction through an ongoing
process of education, communication, evaluation and constant
improvement
ABOUT STONEBRIDGE ASSOCIATED COLLEGES
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One of the Largest distance learning colleges in the World
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Recognised and accredited by Professional Bodies in the UK and
Internationally
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Once you have completed your home learning course, you will receive
a recognised qualification and your Professionally Recognised
Stonebridge Diploma
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Stonebridge distance learning college is a member of :
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British Learning Association
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Approved Courseware
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Complementary Medical Association
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Qualified suppliers of existing materials to the University for Industry
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Stonebridge is an ASET approved centre.
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Association for Coaching
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Member of the
British Association of Counselors (BACP)
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British Institute of Learning and Development (BILD)
BILD is recognised as one of the leading organisations promoting quality
and best practice in open learning in the UK
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Complementary Medical Association
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Stonebridge Associated Colleges has become a registered College with
'Counseling',
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Federation of Holistic Therapists
F.H.T Accredited Courses includes:
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ASET Level 3 Diet
and Nutrition Advisor Diploma Course
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Today's clients expect Therapists to be professional. When they visit
you, they want to be advised and treated by a fully trained and
qualified therapist. Full Membership of The Federation of Holistic
Therapists shows them that you are a true Professional.
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Fitness Industry Association (FIA):
The Fitness Industry Association (FIA) is the industry body which
represents almost 2,500 public and private organisations across the UK.
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Stonebridge are an approved member of the International Association for
Distance Learning.
The IADL has been established to promote quality in distance education
and training, and to provide approval and recognition of open and
distance learning programmes and their providers. Admission to
membership of the IADL includes appraisal of our administrative
procedures, methods of course delivery, and our educational and
publicity materials.
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Stonebridge Associated Colleges are an approved training provider for
the SHTC
The Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches (SHTC) exists to provide
the General Public and Health Professionals with a body of regulated
professionals, all qualified to accredited levels, and who all obey the
appropriate NOS National Occupational Standards .
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The American Association of Drugless Practitioners
The American Association of Drugless Practitioners Certification and
Accreditation Board has granted Stonebridge Associated Colleges full
board professional accreditation and certification. Stonebridge
Associated Colleges are Organisational Members of the American Holistic
Health Association (AHHA).
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The Register of Exercise Professionals Stonebridge Associated Colleges
has been accepted for recognition as Endorsed Training within the
framework of the Register of Exercise Professionals.
The Register of Exercise Professionals has been set up to help safeguard
the health and interests of people who are using the services of
exercise and fitness instructors, teachers and trainers.
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University for Industry Stonebridge accepted as a qualified supplier for
existing materials by the University for Industry (UfI).
The qualified suppliers include organisations such as IBM, BBC, and
Microsoft as well as colleges, universities and professional institutes.
They are all producers of high-quality open and distance learning
materials, ranging from web, digital and multimedia products through to
video, audio and traditional print.
Professional Backgrounds
Our
students and graduates come from various professional backgrounds with
very different levels of education. Current students and recent
graduates include medical doctors, chiropractors, pharmacists,
psychiatrists, massage therapists, university professors, gym and
aerobics trainers, ministers, health food store owners/employees,
teachers, biologists, midwives, spiritual counselors, acupuncturists,
herbalists, chefs, weight loss counselors, sleep technologists,
microbiologists, radiologists, physical therapists, cosmeticians,
students, homemakers, etc
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Title of learning programme |
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Weight Management and Consulting Programme |
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Programme level |
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3 |
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Duration of learning programme |
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11 weeks x 10 hours* |
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Total number of learning hours per programme |
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110** |
1: Introduction
2: The Digestive System
3: Nutrition – You Are What You Eat
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The
risk of being overweight
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Determining if you are overweight
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Factors which contribute to weight gain
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Reasons for overeating
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Elements of nutrition
4: Some Basic Principles Of Weight Reduction and Control Diets
5: Guidelines to Compiling Eating Programmes
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Metabolising the food intake – the digestive process
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Structure of an intestinal villus
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A
cross section of the small intestine
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Bringing about a lifestyle change
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Reducing or cutting our fat in the diet
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Reducing or cutting out sugar in the diet
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Increasing the fibre in the diet
6: Food Combining and Supplements
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Defining the term “food combining”
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Taking
the digestive chemistry into consideration
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Rules
for food combining
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Classification of foods
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Compatible and incompatible combinations
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Fruit
in our diet
7: Working with the Client in Compiling Eating Programmes
8: The Role of Exercise in Weight Reduction and Control
9: Motivating the Client
10: Constipation, Food Cravings and Eating Disorders
11: Basic Recipes and Cooking Methods
12: Setting up a Weight Management Consultancy
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Business logistics of setting up a practice
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Awareness of opportunities
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Innovation
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Ability to cope with uncertainty
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Perseverance
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Knowledge and skills
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Financial considerations
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Steps
in assessing a business opportunity
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Organisation of a weight management consultancy
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Logistics
ASSESSMENT METHOD
After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be
completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method
of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can
consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance
throughout the duration of the course.
What's Included
Professional Membership
On completion of this course students can apply for membership to the
Society for Holistic Therapists and Coaches (SHTC), a professional
body who are dedicated to recognised standards of qualification and
practice - students will also be able to use the initials 'SHTC' after
their names.
FAQs
What is a Weight Management Consultant?
A Weight Management Consultant is a person trained in all aspects of
nutrition and qualified to advise people on improving their health
through diet and lifestyle modifications. A Weight Management Consultant
is able to evaluate a person's nutritional needs through a thorough
nutritional assessment based on current lifestyle and eating habits. A
professional Weight Management Consultant recognizes that each
person has different nutritional needs and is able to customize a unique
plan for each client, based on up-to-date scientific principles and
practical skills.
What can I call myself once I have graduated?
Nutrition professionals may choose to call themselves: Weight Management
Consultant, Weight Management Counselor, among others. Many of our
students use their knowledge of nutrition in conjunction with other
alternative or traditional therapies.
When do the courses begin? Can I start at any time?
Since the
Diploma Program is an independent study school you may begin at any
time.
What career options are available for Weight Management Consultants?
The career opportunities for Weight Management Consultants are almost
endless.
Here are just a few examples:
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Starting
your own nutritional consulting business
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Writing for
health and nutrition publications or writing books on health
matters
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Lecturing
or holding health seminars
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Marketing
nutritional and health related products
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Owning,
managing or working in a health food store
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Providing
nutrition counseling in the health industry (e.g. working with
doctors, chiropractors, or in hospitals, nursing homes, etc.)
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Working as
a Nutritional Consultant at a weight loss clinic, health club, spa
or resort
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Working as
a sports-nutrition counselor to athletes or professional athletic
teams
What if I need help or have a question?
Tutor Support
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal
tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal
tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to
deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to
telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of
administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional
guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will
never feel
neglected and that you will
always
succeed!
STUDY HOURS
With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal
tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal
tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to
deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to
telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.
You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of
administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional
guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will
never feel
neglected and that you will
always
succeed!
What kind of educational background do I need?
There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment
on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic
backgrounds
WHAT ARE THE MODE OF STUDY?
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Distance Learning or Online Learning
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Classroom tutorial Lectures and Tutorials (for option to enroll in Live
Tutorial)
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Practical experience
HOW DO I EARN?
You provide consultations to those who want to lose weight. More will be
explained in the preview. You can earn from $2000 above. How you earn
will be explained in the preview.
HOW LONG IS THE COURSE with LIVE TUTORIAL?
3 mths Theory / 2 months practical
Total: 5 months
12 modules X
2.5
hours per module
Once a week X 12 sessions X
2.5
hours per session
WHEN ARE THE LECTURES?
Wednesday
7.30pm – 10pm
WHERE ARE THE CLASSES CONDUCTED?
Conducted at
Blk 502 Jurong West Ave 1
#03-817, Spore 640502
1 Bus stop from Lake Side MRT
or 10 mins walk
WHO ARE THE LECTURERS?
They are qualified professionals with relevant qualifications and
experience in their own professional field.
REGISTRATION
DISTANCE LEARNING ONLY : Fees: SGD$700
(subject to currency fluctuations)
ON CAMPUS SINGAPORE WITH 2 months PRACTICAL ATTACHMENT
Fees: SGD $3600
* 50% subsidy will be awarded to students who attain pass credit at the
end of the program
Available in
4
installment
plans
Includes Notes / Excludes Textbooks
Payment via Nets, cash, cheque OR credit card payment
QUALIFICATIONS
On completion of your course, you will receive
Weight Management & Consulting Diploma
Weight Management & Consulting Diploma
issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, entitling you to use the
letters SAC Dip after your name.
WHERE CAN I WORK AFTER THIS?
You can use it to work in private organisations, spa etc.
This course is more suitable for those who want to start their own Diet
& Nutrition Weight Management business & those who want to be their own
boss.
For a Free Consultation Call 6749
7717 or
Click Here
Anggun International
Head Office:
Blk 502 Jurong West Ave 1
#03-817, Spore 640502
1 Bus stop from Lake Side MRT
or 10 mins walk
Tel: 6749 7717 / SMS : 8233 7796
Fax: 68418465
info@angguninternational.com
www.angguninternational.com
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