Program Overview

Certificate of Proficiency in Pacific Nutrition

The Certificate of Proficiency in Pacific Nutrition is a course designed for Pacific workers and individuals working with Pacific communities. This course aims to teach participants about the relationship between food and health, focusing on making traditional foods healthier.

Course Overview

The course covers topics such as healthy eating, healthy lifestyles, and lifecourse nutrition. It is delivered in partnership with AUT and the Heart Foundation.

Pacific Nutrition Course Outline

The course outline includes:

• Healthy eating
• Healthy lifestyles
• Lifecourse nutrition

Who This Course Is Suitable For

This course is primarily designed for Pacific workers but is also open to anyone working with Pacific communities. It is a 'train the trainer' nutrition course, benefiting those who can train, advise, and support others in making healthy food choices.

Delivery Mode

The course is delivered via two formats:

• Auckland, hybrid: a mix of face-to-face (Ellerslie, Auckland) and online, consisting of 12 sessions once a week
• Online: 12 two-hour evening sessions, once a week

Active participation in learning activities, discussions, and group work is encouraged, along with the completion of all assessments.

After Completing This Course

Participants who complete this course will be awarded the Certificate of Proficiency in Pacific Nutrition (worth 15 points, Level 4) from AUT.

Classes

There are usually two intakes per year, each made up of three parts.

Quick Facts

• Start dates: Check the Heart Foundation website
• Duration: 12 weeks
• Campus: Online or at the Heart Foundation
• Fees: Check the Heart Foundation website

Certificate Details

• The course is worth 15 points at Level 4.
• It is designed to equip participants with the knowledge to make healthier food choices and to share this information with their families, communities, and workplaces.