Nutrition and Wellbeing Course
Psychology
A course by
UC Online
Explore the latest research on nutrition's impact on mental health and wellbeing. Learn strategies to improve mental and physical health through diet, developed by Professor Julia Rucklidge.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
This course requires 6 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Understand theories and models of wellbeing
Learn the main theories and models behind mental and physical wellbeing.
Differentiate macro and micro-nutrients
Identify and explain the difference between macro and micro-nutrients in nutrition.
Apply nutritional strategies to support wellbeing
Implement specific, research-based strategies to improve nutritional intake for mental health support.
What You're Signing Up For
This micro-credential explores nutritional interventions to support mental and physical wellbeing, emphasizing the role of micronutrients and wholefoods in mental health. Ideal for health professionals, HR managers, teachers, and parents, it provides evidence-based knowledge to enhance wellbeing through diet. The course includes five modules covering nutrition theory, food processing, wellbeing improvement strategies, research, and practical application. Assessment includes quizzes, forum activities, and reports. Delivered fully online with flexible study times and expert input, it awards 5 points towards further study or continuous professional development.
Course Content
- Introduction to nutrition and wellbeing focusing on how nutrition promotes positive mental health.
- Diet in the 21st century distinguishing whole foods, slightly processed foods, and ultra-processed foods.
- Feeding wellbeing by uncovering nutritional changes that improve mental health.
- Research on diet and wellbeing with discussion of evidence and findings.
- Improving wellbeing through diet by applying knowledge about micronutrients and wholefoods diet.
- Assessments: 5 module quizzes (25%), 4 forum activities (25%), 2 reports (50%) including food diary analysis and meal action plan.
What you need to know first
If under 20 years, University Entrance or equivalent required.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Health
Mental Health
Education
Future employment opportunities might be
Health industry professionals
HR professionals
Managers