• Access Duration:  1 Year
• Awarded by: Qualifi
• Qualification Level:  Level 5
• Qualification Number: 610/2579/3
• Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 365
• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 600
• Credits: 60

• Understand the psychology of changing habits, motivation, and behaviour to help your clients make changes that stick.
• Learn the basics of human nutrition from macronutrients to micronutrients with a health-centric approach rather than a diet-centric approach.
• Developing skills in active listening, questioning, and professional communication will help you to build trusting coaching relationships.
• Recognise symptoms of common mental illnesses and the impact of trauma when referring clients for professional help.
• Use global guidelines for physical activity to help your clients add healthy, fun movement to their daily lives.
• Learn about female hormones, sports nutrition, Ayurvedic or herbal medicine, and more.
• Build the self-assurance to start an ethical coaching business with a focus on clients and clear boundaries and referral links.

If you want to translate your passion for food, health, and helping others into a more rewarding and professional career, then the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching is for you. If you want to know how food affects your energy, mood and long-term health, and you love helping other people make healthier choices, this course will teach you what you need to know, and give you the coaching skills you need to do it.

This course is ideal for:

• Nutrition and Health Coaches
• Wellbeing Practitioners
• Private Coaching Practices
• Community Health or Wellbeing Project Workers
• Corporate Wellness Advisors

• Applicants must be aged 18 or over to enrol.
• The qualification is designed to be taken, with no unnecessary barriers to entry.
• South London College will carry out an initial assessment to understand the learner’s needs and check what support is available, if required.
• South London College will review each application to make sure the learner is able to successfully complete the course and meet the qualification requirements.

• This course can be completed through two flexible study options to suit your lifestyle:
  • Standard Course Plan (9 Months) – ideal for learners balancing other commitments.
  • Fast Track Option (4 months) – perfect for those who can dedicate intensive study time.
• Most learners complete within their chosen timeframe, though some may finish earlier depending on personal circumstances and available study time. We accommodate your pace with unlimited support for 12 months. This Level 5 Diploma requires approximately 365 guided learning hours.

T&C apply

• There are no formal exams.
• Learners are assessed through tasks linked to each unit’s learning outcomes.
• Assessment methods include: multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, case studies, practical coaching sessions, observational tasks, logs and reflections, discussions, and research activities.
• You’ll need to demonstrate understanding and application of theories, principles and models relevant to nutrition, coaching and wellbeing.
• Each unit has specific tasks (e.g., coaching conversations, session plans, case analyses, practicum logs) that must be completed successfully.

Mentor Guidance and Support

Our experienced mentors will guide and support you throughout the assessment process. You can reach them via email.

The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching offers a structured and academically robust pathway for people who want to learn more about nutrition science and applied health coaching. This qualification blends theory and real-life application for students wishing to know more about evidence-based nutrition, behaviour change and professional coaching practice.

Next Steps for a Potential Academic Progression Pathways

• Step 1: Level 6 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
• Step 2: BSc Honours in Nutrition and Health
• Step 3: MSc in Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Health

Alternative Pathways

• Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care
• Level 5 Diploma in Psychology

Turn your interest in nutrition into a career with confidence with the Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Nutrition and Health Coaching. Apply the knowledge and coaching skills learned through this qualification to support people to improve their relationship with food, develop healthier habits and make better lifestyle choices.

Here are some career opportunities you could pursue as you gain experience and complete this qualification, along with approximate UK salaries. (Source: Glassdoor UK)

• Health Programme Coordinators – £40,000
• Community Nutrition Advisors – £38,000
• Corporate Wellbeing Advisors – £37,000
• Health and Wellness Coaches – £35,000
• Nutrition Coaches – £34,000

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