Nutritional Therapist fast track top up to degree level

 

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ION provides the only fast track pathway to an undergraduate degree in nutritional therapy using recognised prior certified and/or experiential learning (RPL) for qualified nutritional therapists.

If you are already a nutritional therapist, ION have created a unique opportunity especially for you.
(If you’re not yet a nutritional therapist, read about our full degree course).

This course has an emphasis on practical and real-world skills whilst you gain additional credibility from a degree.

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What I think is particularly beneficial about our top-up course is that, as well as enabling students to have a fast track to degree level, there is also a very practical underpinning, enabling practitioners to apply the learning and see results in their business

Paula Werrett, Head of Undergraduate Provision

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Why upgrade to degree level in Nutritional Therapy with ION:

• A bespoke programme, designed with your business needs in mind
• Untap new opportunities for your business through discovering new approaches and practical skills optimising your success
• Develop skills to help your clients change behaviours that will make a difference to their lives
• Develop your expertise through research informed practice
• It is a unique, cost effective way to reach degree level in Nutritional Therapy in as little as 18 months
• A pathway to studying at masters level and beyond

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Whatever your study mode, we’re here to help

Throughout your studies you will:

• Be provided with learning support by tutors via email, webinars, telephone and in one-to-one, and by group tutorials
• Be guaranteed high quality academic and pastoral support
• Be provided with diverse opportunities to maximise your learning
• Have access to the Academic Development and Wellbeing Leader for additional support regarding core academic skills and the University of Portsmouth online learning resources

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Who is eligible to Fast track to degree level in Nutritional Therapy

Nutritional therapists in current clinical practice

ION provides the only fast track pathway to an undergraduate degree in nutritional therapy using recognised prior certified and/or experiential learning (RPL). 

Graduated from ION since 2012

Using your DipION credits you can enter directly onto level 6 of the degree. No RPL fee or registration fee.

Graduated from ION before 2012 with a University of Bedford Foundation Degree

Using your DipION and University of Bedford Foundation Degree credits you can enter directly onto level 6 of the degree. No RPL fee or registration fee.

Graduated from ION, but not in the above categories?

You have the opportunity to use DipION credits and clinical practice experiential learning to top up to the degree. The amount of credit and course length will be determined through the submission of a portfolio of evidence against the learning outcome of the course. RPCL, RPEL and registration fees will apply.

Graduated from BCNH since 2015

Using your course credits you can enter directly onto level 6 of the degree. RPCL and registration fees will apply.

Graduated from an NTEC accredited course

You have the opportunity to use your diploma credits and clinical practice experiential learning to top up to the degree. The amount of credit and course length will be determined through the submission of a portfolio of evidence against the learning outcome of the course. RPCL, RPEL and registration fees will apply.

Other

Practicing nutritional therapist without an NTEC accredited qualification, you are still eligible to apply. You will need to demonstrate currency of knowledge and competency through the submission of a portfolio of evidence against the learning outcome of the course. RPCL, RPEL and registration fees will apply.

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Level 6 study modules

In this level of the degree, you will explore and critique the theory and practice of behaviour change and alternative models of practice, and tools to enhance your practice by using reflection when considering your career portfolio. You will finish with a targeted research project.

You must take the following four core modules:

Models of Nutrition and Lifestyle Practice

In this business module you will hone your business skills and practices providing different ways of working and a clear understanding of how to monetise these. This module takes an in-depth look at different modules of working including online practice, group and community based work. There are lots of practical workshops giving you the opportunity try things out, so that you are fully ready to implement your learning in your own business.

Behaviour Change in Nutrition and Lifestyle Practice

In this module, you will learn a variety of different techniques and ways of working with people to help them achieve  success. This includes learning elements of psychology so you can begin to understand why people behave as they do and develop motivation skills to support your clients to embark on their journey of change. This understanding then drives the way you set up and run your practice and consultations, and is supported by the questioning techniques, apps, and tools you learn to use with clients to enable them to get the best outcomes and  make your practice more successful.

Research Skills

This module develops your research, ethics and governance skills and allows you to undertake a research project leading to a dissertation. 

Research Project

In your project you will develop a deeper understanding of research methodology and the ability to communicate your findings to a professional audience.

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Fees for top up to BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy

C0501PTC and C0503PTD

First year: £4,600

Second year (6 month duration): £2,300*  

For those requiring RPL assessment, RPL fees apply.

* For 2020/21 academic year. Fees for subsequent years may increase in line with inflation. Please note, students enrolling onto an ION course for the first time and students previously enrolled on an ION course who are enrolling with direct entry, pay a registration fee of £475. Those that have completed an ION course may receive a waiver of the £475 registration fee, see details above.

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Ready to apply?

Ready to upgrade your study of Nutritional Therapy to degree level? You can begin your journey today by submitting your application via our online portal.

Apply now

Want to find out more before you apply?

To find our more, register for one of our open events or webinars. We have webinars specifically focused on topping up to degree level in Nutritional Therapy at ION, and have your specific questions about your future plans and ambitions answered.

You can now book a one-to-one telephone appointment with one of our Course Advisors or a member of the academic faculty. The entire session will take approximately 25 minutes and you can discuss any aspect of the course and the admissions process, or ask any other questions you may have.