Programme Summary
| Programme Code | CC-NFSE L1 |
| Awards | Certificate (Distinction) in CC-NFSE L1 |
| Certificate (Merit) in CC-NFSE L1 | |
| Certificate in CC-NFSE L1 | |
| Mode of Delivery | Lectures, Group works, Hands-on Practical sessions, Class Room Activities, Presentations, Assignments |
| Medium of Instruction | English & Sinhala |
| Date of Commencement | July, 2025 |
| Awarding Institution | NDH LIFESTYLE CAMPUS |
| Programme Specification | April 2025 |
| Programme Director | Professor Ananda Chandrasekara |
| ndhlifestylecampusnlc@gmail.com | |
| Phone Number | +94707079323 |
Contents
- Course Overview and Aims
- Learning Outcomes
- Programme Structure
- Modules
- Admission Criteria
- Teaching and Learning Methods
- Evaluation methods
- Awarding Criteria
1. Course Overview
and Aims
Course Title: CERTIFICATE COURSE IN NUTRITION FUNDAMENTALS FOR SPORTS AND EXERCISE – Level 1
Duration: 12 Hours (1 Month, 8 Hours Online Theory & 4 Hours Hands-on Practical)
Course Overview:This beginner-level course introduces key nutrition concepts tailored to physical activity, sports performance, and wellness coaching. Participants will explore energy balance, macronutrients, hydration, myth-busting, and basic meal planning for active individuals. The course is ideal for fitness professionals, athletes, coaches, and enthusiasts seeking to make informed dietary choices. This program offers a well-rounded curriculum with 8 comprehensive modules that blend core theory with practical application, ensuring participants not only understand the fundamentals of sports nutrition but also gain real-world skills in assessing needs, planning meals, and guiding clients effectively.
Objectives
- To build a strong foundational understanding of nutrition for fitness and sports contexts.
- To teach energy requirements, macronutrient roles, and proper hydration practices.
- To provide practical tools for creating and evaluating beginner-level meal plans.
- To develop confidence in offering nutritional guidance to clients and athletes.
- To critically evaluate nutrition myths and trends with scientific reasoning.
2. Learning
Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand core nutrition concepts relevant to physical activity and performance.
- Assess energy balance and dietary requirements for active lifestyles.
- Describe the roles of macronutrients and micronutrients in recovery and wellness.
- Structure meals and snacks to support training and recovery phases.
- Debunk common nutrition myths using scientific evidence.
- Create simple, balanced meal plans for general fitness goals.
- Apply knowledge in a practical setting through case studies and demonstrations.
3. Programme
Structure
The course is delivered over 1 month and includes both asynchronous theory and in-person or live virtual practical.
| Component | Hours |
|---|---|
| Online Theory Sessions | 8 |
| Practical Workshop | 4 |
| Total Course Hours | 12 |
4. Modules
| Module Code | Module Name |
|---|---|
| CCNFSE – M001 | Calories & Energy Balance |
| CCNFSE – M002 | Macronutrients Demystified |
| CCNFSE – M003 | Micronutrients & Hydration |
| CCNFSE – M004 | Meal Structure & Timing |
| CCNFSE – M005 | Debunking Nutrition Myths |
| CCNFSE – M006 | Meal Planning Basics |
| CCNFSE – M007 | Client Case Study – General Fitness Goal |
| CCNFSE – M008 | Hands-On Practical (Meal Prep + Consultation) |
Please refer module descriptors for module learning outcomes, detailed subject content and teaching & assessment strategies.
5. Admission
Criteria
TThis course is open to:
- Fitness trainers and wellness professionals
- Sports coaches and athletes
- Nutrition and health enthusiasts
- Gym-goers and personal trainers
- Anyone interested in understanding sports nutrition fundamentals
No prior nutrition or science background is required.
6. Teaching and
Learning Methods
- Slide decks, infographics, and handouts
- Hands-on workshops and practical demonstrations
- Group discussions and case analysis
- Self-assessment quizzes and assignments
Participants will receive all course materials digitally and are encouraged to complete optional reading.
7. Evaluation
Methods
- Online quizzes (30%)
- Assignment: Meal Plan & Case Study (30%)
- Final Practical Assessment (40%)
Participants must complete all assessments to be eligible for certification.
Grading Criteria
A candidates performance in each module will be graded according to the following grading scheme.
| Range of Marks | Grade | Grade Point | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85-100 | A+ | 4.0 | Distinction |
| 70-84 | A | 4.0 | |
| 65-69 | A- | 3.7 | Merit |
| 60-64 | B+ | 3.3 | |
| 55-59 | B | 3.0 | Pass |
| 50-54 | B- | 2.7 | |
| 45-49 | C+ | 2.3 | |
| 40-44 | C | 2.0 | |
| 35-39 | C- | 1.7 | N/A |
| 30-34 | D+ | 1.3 | |
| 25-29 | D | 1.0 | |
| 00-24 | E | 0.0 |
8. Awarding Criteria
Participants who have received an aggregate average of 40 or above are considered as pass and will be awarded a certificate, if the mark is above 60 will be awarded a merit certificate and if the mark is above 70 for each module will be awarded a distinction.
- Distinction: 70% and above
- Merit: 60%-69%
- Pass: 50%-59%
Participants must achieve an aggregate average of 50% or above to receive certification.
Academic Integrity
All exams and assessments (except where team effort is required and as such specified) are to be individual work with no discussion or collaboration with others permitted. In-class assignments may be either individual or group work as directed by the lecturer. Students are expected to adhere to the code of conduct as outlined in the NDH lifestyle campus. Any incidents of academic misconduct such as cheating, plagiarism, copying others’ work, or other inappropriate assistance on examinations will be treated with zero tolerance and will result in a grade of "F" for the course. Breaches of academic integrity may also result in other actions being taken by the Institute.
9. WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Fitness Trainers & Gym Instructors
- Yoga & Pilates Teachers
- Sports Coaches
- Aspiring Nutritionists & Diet Assistants
- Athletes & Wellness Enthusiasts
- Lifestyle Consultants & Health Coaches
- Anyone interested in fuelling the body rightW
12. MATERIALS REQUIRED
- Notebook and pen
- Access to a computer or mobile device with internet
- Materials for meal prep practical (list provided in advance)
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