Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Athletic Nutrition
The Post Graduate Diploma in Athletic Nutrition is an advanced program tailored for individuals passionate about optimizing athletic performance through nutrition. This comprehensive course covers essential topics, including the science of macronutrients and micronutrients, energy balance, and the specific dietary needs of athletes across various sports. Students will learn to assess nutritional requirements and develop personalized meal plans that enhance performance, support recovery, and promote overall health.
Athletic nutrition is a broad interdisciplinary field that focuses on the science behind and application of proper nutrition during exercise. Sports nutrition is the foundation of athletic success. It is a well-designed nutrition plan that allows active adults and athletes to perform at their best. It supplies the right food type, energy, nutrients, and fluids to keep the body well hydrated and functioning at peak levels.
The curriculum includes practical applications, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings. Key components of the program involve understanding the role of hydration, sports supplements, and the impact of dietary trends on athletic performance. Additionally, the course emphasizes the importance of evidence-based research and critical thinking skills, preparing graduates to make informed recommendations.
Throughout the program, students will engage with industry professionals, gaining insights into the latest advancements in Athlete nutrition. Graduates will be well-equipped to work collaboratively with athletes, coaches, and fitness professionals, providing guidance that aligns with individual goals and performance objectives. This Course not only enhances career prospects in sports nutrition but also empowers graduates to contribute significantly to the health and performance of athletes at all levels.
Sports and fitness activities are gaining immense popularity, and the demand for specialized sports nutritionists is on the rise. With this Course, you can significantly impact athletes' health and performance, ensuring they achieve their best in training and competition. This course equips you with the skills to support this need, enhancing both your professional value and your clients' athletic achievements.
This course material consists of a detailed analysis of the macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) that are necessary for athletes to achieve peak performance. It will also delve into the timing of nutrient intake, the importance of hydration, and the role of supplements in sports nutrition.
Special Highlights-:
Specialized Focus on Macronutrients and Micronutrients: Detailed exploration of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals crucial for athletic performance and how to optimize their intake for training and recovery.
Role of Hydration and Supplements: Understand the critical role of proper hydration and the strategic use of supplements in sports nutrition, ensuring peak performance and minimal risk of injury.
Programme Structure
Module 1: Macronutrients
Module 2: Energy Expenditure
Module 3: Nutrition Assessment
Module 4: Micronutrients
Module 5: Hydration
Module 6: Sports Specific Nutrition needs
Module 7: Supplements
Module 8: Specific Nutrition Needs
Module 9: Eating Behaviors
Module 10: Nutrition for Injury
Module 11: Psychology and Nutrition
Module 12: Doping
Practical
Eligibility
Any graduate Life Science, Home Science, Agriculture, Food graduate/ B.Pharm/ M. pharm/MSc. /PhD in Science disciplines/ any diploma /degree holders, working professionals of any of the following industry types, Food products manufacturing, Ayurvedic food products, Food Processing industry, Retail, and Food Service establishments, Food Packaging, Food/Food ingredient-based Research, Biotechnology, professional Athletes / Elite Athletes / Sports Nutritionists/Dieticians /Fitness Trainers/ Coaches/ yoga Instructors/ Ayush/ Physiotherapist/ Doctors/ Strength & and Conditioning Experts/ Sports psychologists or any related industry are highly encouraged to apply for the certification.
Programme Duration
The duration to complete this programme is 1 year (Post Graduate Diploma), 6 months (Executive Diploma).
Registration
The registration dates for this programme run by the Institute are updated timely on the webpage. Effective online learning tools incorporated into the design of the webpage make the programme lectures, study material and online classes easily accessible. This gives huge window of self-regulated and self-paced performance to the participants.
Programme Deliverables
A comprehensive study material for all the modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.
- – Assignments for all the programme modules for continuous evaluation and guidance.
- – Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.
- – Online classes for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination.
- – All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable.
- – Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job.
- – At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires.
- – All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.
Examination & Certification
IGMPI follows a credit system based on all learning activities involved in studying for all PG Diploma/Executive Diploma Programmes. Each of your modules is equal to 4 credits. To successfully complete the programme, you will have to earn all the credits assigned to your programme.
All the participants are obliged to timely submit completed assessment assignments (during the programme, usually after every module) and appear for an online exam at the end of the programme. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded a Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Athletic Nutrition by Centre for Nutrition and Dietetics Studies (CNDS), IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments and project work details would be provided by the Institute from time to time. Details get updated on the webpage as well.
Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations
The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing with placement assistance to its participants. The robust placement cell comprises of senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. We are engaged in promoting the employability of our participants by maintaining good rapport and relation with HR cell and recruiting managers of leading Nutrition and Dietetics companies across the globe. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing, interview skills & conducting mock interviews etc.
In recent Months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working global healthcare and nutrition giants like RG Stones, Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, Fortis Hospital, Manipal Hospital, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, NephroPlus, Kidney Federation of India, India Renal Foundation, Narayana Health, Max Hospital, Sports Organizations, etc.
Future career prospects
Centre of Nutrition and Dietetics Studies (CNDS), IGMPI’s programme is a professional programme targeted to cater the health industry needs trained health professionals. The information, guidance, practical training and off programme completion certificate will provide the participant with not one but many opportunities in the industry. This would come true in the form of job roles and positions like that of Sports Nutritionist, Sports Dieticians, Performance Nutrition coaches, health counsellor, health coach, nutrition Counsellor for health and wellness industries, nutrition Officer among Non-Governmental Organizations, nutrition Officer in Community Development Programme run under government organizations, consultant for Multinational Companies, nutrition educator for Private Hospitals, counsellors in Schools, Academia and many more.
The Post Graduate Diploma/executive Diploma in Athletic Nutrition provides comprehensive training to enhance your career as a nutritionist or healthcare professional in various vibrant settings such as sports organizations, universities, and Sports clubs.
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