Nutrition, Diet & Health Science Offline
Ashworth College's Career Diploma in Nutrition, Diet, and Health program is designed to teach students about the importance of the food pyramid, the affect of nutrients on energy, planning a diet, and reading food labels. Students have the opportunity to learn about food choices, nutrition guidelines, energy balance, weight management, sports nutrition, the life cycle, food safety and technology, and the world view of nutrition. Students also study the human body, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, amino acids, vitamins, water, and minerals. Ashworth College provides students in this program with an illustrated textbook, study guides, a career search guide, and a time management guide.
Nutrition, Diet & Health Science Online
This program teaches how to eat and prepare foods for a more energetic, less illness-prone lifestyle. Students will receive solid training in the scientific approach to nutrition. They will explore the food pyramid, diet planning, the digestive system and how nutrients affect energy, wellness and disease. The Nutrition Course is comprised of 15 comprehensive lessons. They are easy to follow, yet challenging and stimulating at the same time. Each lesson begins with a subject matter preview and objectives, an introductory note from the instructor and a vocabulary builder of new words and terms.
Physical Therapy
Ashworth College's Career Diploma in Physical Therapy Aide program gives students the opportunity to learn how to assist patients suffering from a variety of injuries and problems. This program is intended to teach about the physical therapy profession and career opportunities for aides. Students also have a chance to learn about ethical and legal issues, medical records, terminology, safety and preparation, and wheelchairs and assistive devices. Ashworth College provides students in this program with an illustrated lesson book, study guides, a career search guide, and a time management guide.
