MES910 Physical Activity, Nutrition & Health

Course Provider

National Institute of Education (NIE)

Certification

FlexiMasters

Academic Unit

4

Introduction

This course will equip students with an understanding of the role of physical activity and nutrition in preventing chronic non-communicable lifestyle diseases.

Issues related to measurement are covered before examining the evidence that physical activity and good nutrition can be used to prevent and treat a range of chronic lifestyle diseases.

Physical activity prescription and nutritional recommendations for the prevention of each disease will be examined. The course will use a range of methods to explore the evidence including lectures, laboratory work, tutorials, online learning, group work and presentations.

This course is part of:
- Graduate Certificate in Physical Activity and Health
- FlexiMasters in Physical Activity and Health

Learners need to complete any 3 of the following courses to attain the Graduate Certificate in Physical Activity and Health (12 AU). Upon completion of all courses, learners will fulfil the AU requirements to attain the FlexiMasters in Physical Activity and Health (16 AU).

• MES906 Exercise Physiology
• MES910 Physical Activity, Nutrition & Health
• MES911 Psychology of Physical Activity
• MES912 Sports Injuries - Understanding, Prevention and Management

 


 

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At the end of the course, learners will be able to demonstrate understanding of the following concepts and applying the theories and research findings to enhance general well-being and health, through written assignment and verbal presentation:
• an understanding of the role of physical activity and nutrition in preventing chronic non-communicable lifestyle diseases.
• an understanding of measurement issues related to physical activity and energy expenditure.
• the ability to critically evaluate the evidence base related to the prevention and treatment of non-communicable diseases through lifestyle intervention.

Topics covered would include:

  • Measurement of physical activity
  • Energy intake and energy expenditure
  • Mortality
  • Cardiovascular diseases
  • Cancer
  • Type 2 diabetes mellitus
  • Obesity
  • Metabolic syndrome
  • Skeletal health
  • Children's health
  • Ageing
  • Public health
  • Prescribing physical activity and nutrition for health
For the information of MOE officers:
SFEd Area of Practice: Inquiry-based Learning
SFEd Level of Practice: Accomplished

 

This course is recommended for working professionals in the sports and fitness, and healthcare industry who would like to upskill their knowledge or for those who intend to work in the sports and fitness and healthcare industry. Prior knowledge in exercise and sport science will be an advantage.

Standard Course Fee: S$4,926.80

SSG Funding Support

 Course fee

Course fee payable after SSG funding, if eligible under various schemes

 

BEFORE funding & GST

AFTER funding & 9% GST

Singapore Citizens (SCs) and Permanent Residents (PRs) (Up to 70% funding)

S$4,520.00

S$1,478.04

Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)

S$574.04

SCs aged ≥ 40 years old
SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES)
(Up to 90% funding)

  • Standard course fee is inclusive of GST.
  • NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their $1,600 Alumni Course Credits. Click here for more information.

 

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COURSE TITLE   ACADEMIC UNIT
MES906 Exercise Physiology*4
MES911 Psychology of Physical Activity*4
MES912 Sports Injuries – Understanding, Prevention, and Management4

Listed courses are:

  • Credit-bearing and stackable to Graduate Certificate in Physical Activity and Health (total 12AUs) and FlexiMasters in Physical Activity and Health (total 16AUs)

*SSG funded and SkillsFuture Credit approved

 

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