Learn the key principles of nutrition and cooking for optimal health.

Master cookery and nutrition skills for health and wellbeing with this 20-week Accredited Online Nutrition Course, from Leiths and Jennifer Irvine (founder of Pure Package).

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"Leiths School of Food and Wine has "seen oodles of students start up their own businesses or work in Michelin-starred restaurants."

– The Independent

Become an expert in nutrition and healthy cooking with this online course.

Our food choices have never been more important. Nutritious food provides vital fuel to power our health and wellbeing and help us reach our full potential.

Among the endless supply of information available, how can you separate nutritional facts from fiction and confidently cook up the best meals for a healthy diet?

This course will empower you with deep expertise in nutrition and arm you with the culinary skills and techniques you need for a lifetime of nutritious, flavoursome and balanced cooking.

If you’ve ever dreamt of launching a bespoke catering service, working as a private chef, becoming a health and fitness professional, running a healthy food business, or simply providing your family with healthy food, it’s important to learn the principles of nutrition and how to apply this knowledge effectively in the kitchen.

Leiths School of Food and Wine, the UK’s industry-leading cookery school, has joined forces with founder Jennifer Irvine and her trained nutritionists behind The Pure Package. Nutrition in Culinary Practice Online is a unique hands-on course which combines nutritional theory with practical cookery tuition, all made available to you in your own home via our bespoke app.

This course offers the opportunity to master the fundamental principles of nutrition that can change the way you approach food forever, and gain a repertoire of interesting recipes and culinary techniques that can improve the wellbeing of those that you cook for.

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The Nutrition in Culinary Practice course has really separated the fact from fiction when it comes to nutrition and highlighted just how much misinformation there is out there. What's even better is not just learning the science, but applying it to the food.

– Nutrition in Culinary Practice Online Student 2020

The most interesting learning has been how to produce a balanced meal with a wide range of nutrients without compromising on flavour. With a background in hosting at ski a chalet, running a personal training business and working on human energy management, this course has introduced me to new skills, cooking techniques and in-depth learning.

– Nutrition in Culinary Practice Online Student 2020

Learn from Leiths expert teachers in your own home

Learn nutritional theory and practical healthy cooking skills from Leiths School of Food and Wine in collaboration with The Pure Package

Access your step-by-step, video guided cooking sessions anywhere on mobile, tablet or on the web

Learn alongside a class of likeminded people and receive real feedback on your cooking sessions and nutritional ideas from your 2 dedicated class mentors

Get your Leiths-approved Certificate of Completion, and earn the opportunity to come to London to receive the full NTEC-accredited certification

Learn by cooking!

Our online course is brought to you in collaboration with Leiths’ tech partner; Workshop. Workshop app is an online learning platform which allows you to access all of your course materials anywhere, anytime, on mobile, tablet or the web.

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Nutrition in culinary practice: 20-week professional online course

Course Summary How it Works Curriculum

Through this 20-week course, two expert mentors (one professional chef, one nutritionist) will guide you through all the fundamental nutritional theory and practical cooking skills needed to create healthy dishes and bespoke meal plans both at home and in professional environments.

Each week, you will unlock a new batch of video-based sessions that take you step-by-step through the theory of nutrition and the practical application of healthy cooking in your own kitchen. With Workshop’s unique hands-on method of learning, you’ll be guided through your own research and cooking healthy meals in no time.

In addition, you will be guided through the preparation of a five day meal plan for your own "client" with specific nutrition requirements – this will be submitted at the end of the course for assessment.

At the end of the course, if you successfully complete all units, you will be invited to attend a one day assessment which will give your mentors the chance to taste your food and you will sit the theory accreditation at Leiths’ London kitchens for an additional fee where you will have the opportunity to earn your NTEC-accredited certification.

By joining the course, you will have access to the following through the Workshop app:

20 units, unlocked weekly, guiding you through ~3-4 hours of study and/or cooking time each week
Expert guidance and one-to-one support from both your cooking and nutrition-focused class mentors
Collaborative group chat with your own private class and mentors
Feedback on your dishes and ideas from your class and mentors via a private in-app feed of photo and text submissions
A final assessment to earn your course Certificate of Completion

In addition to the core aspects of the course, you will also receive:

Downloadable recipes and theory notes for you to keep
Access to your course dashboard for a total of 12 months after your start date
The opportunity to earn the full NTEC-accredited Nutrition In Culinary Practice Certificate at an additional one day assessment in London

Average cooking time: 3-4 hours per week

At the start of each week, you will be prompted to schedule 1-5 practical and/or theory-based sessions and to gather any kit you may need.
In every practical “guided” session, you will follow a Leiths teacher through a series of step-by-step videos in your own kitchen, learning directly through your experience.
In the theory-focused “reflective” sessions, a trained nutritionist will talk you through new concepts and give you time to research and reflect on a range of thought-provoking questions and exercises.
After each session, you will be asked to upload photos of your creations and written explanations of your ideas for discussion and feedback from your classmates and mentors.
Throughout the course, you will also gradually build your own 5-day plan for a “client” of your choosing.
At the end of the course, your 5-day plan will be assessed and you will also be prompted to take a final assessment to earn your Certificate of Completion. To earn the full NTEC-accredited Nutrition in Culinary Practice Certificate, you can take an in-person assessment in London for an additional fee.

Assessment

To receive your Certificate of Completion, your 5-day plan must be nutritionally accurate and you must pass an in-app assessment covering skills you have learnt during the course.

If you are opting for the full NTEC-accredited Nutrition in Culinary Practice Certificate, your mentors will review your progress to determine whether you’re ready for the practical two-day exam taking place at the school in London. This accreditation will come at an additional fee of £695.

When invited to attend a two-day assessment, your mentors will have the chance to taste your food and you will sit the theory accreditation at Leiths’ London kitchens.

Throughout this course, you will learn:

Essential knowledge and skills to create healthy dishes and menus for yourself or clients
To adapt everyday and classic cooking skills to make delicious and nutritious food
To experiment with new ingredients to expand your repertoire
Calculations to determine a client’s nutrient requirement
Use of apps to calculate macronutrients as part of your recommended requirements

Topics covered

Healthy eating and portion size – how to know how much of each food group to serve
Knife skills and stock making
Food presentation skills
Carbohydrates and how they affect blood sugar levels
Healthy snacks
Grains and baking
Essential fats and oils and how to use the ‘better’ oils for the healthiest results
Proteins and essential proteins, including vegan options and how to get the best flavour using the healthiest cooking methods
Vitamins, minerals, herbs and spices and how to maximise their impact on your cooking
Popular diets and fads
Raw food
Fermenting and its benefits
Cooking for clients at different life stages
Cooking for clients with eating disorders
Nutritionally dense foods
Special dietary requirements, including allergies, food intolerances and gut health

Leiths and the Pure Package, on Workshop

Leiths School of Food and Wine has been equipping aspiring cooks with the skills to flourish in the food world since 1975.

With a philosophy grounded in teaching the individual within a close and collaborative community, we have put immense efforts into ensuring that our online courses reflect our core values.

The Pure Package is London’s premier food delivery service, born out of a desire to help busy people ensure that their nutritional needs are being taken care of, effortlessly and to the highest standard.

With Workshop’s unique learning experience, we are now able to pass on nutritional expertise and teach hands-on cooking skills to people in their own homes, providing in-depth feedback and a close community network just as we do at our London school.

FAQS

Do I need to complete sessions at specific times?

You can complete the course completely at your own pace. Although your class will be moving forward at a pace of 1 unit per week, you will have the ability to schedule your sessions for any time after they are unlocked.

What if I miss a week?

There’s no need to worry if you have a holiday booked or have to miss a week or two during the course. You’ll have access to all course sessions for a total of 12 months from your start date, and so you’ll have plenty of time to catch up if you need to.

How will I interact with my class?

Shortly before your course start date, you will be invited to introduce yourself to the rest of your class via messaging on the Workshop app.

Each week, your class will unlock a new unit prompting you all to cook the same dishes and answer the same questions within the same week. At the end of every session, you will be asked to upload a photo of your dish or a written explanation of your ideas, which your class and mentors will be able to view, like and provide feedback on.

Can I try before I buy?

If you would like a taster of the step-by-step online video format, we recommend you try the Leiths workshop “Mastering Sauces: Hollandaise”, which you can accessfor £9.99 here.

This simple workshop is representative of the way in which you will complete cooking sessions on the course.

How much contact will I get with my mentors?

You can contact your mentors directly through the app at any time, and will receive a response within 48 hours. Your mentors will also be able to grade and comment on your uploads with any feedback they may have.

When will I get to meet my class?

You’ll be able to log into the Workshop app and access your class group discussion shortly before your start date so that you can chat away and get acquainted!

What is the typical workload per week of the course?

With 1-5 practical and/or theory-based sessions to complete each week, you can typically expect to be cooking and studying for a combined total of about 3-4 hours a week.

Will I get a list of all the cooking equipment I’ll need for the course ahead of time?

Yes, we’ll send you a full equipment list before the course starts.

What is your cancellation policy?

If you book your place over 30 days before your course start date, you can cancel your booking and claim a full refund within 30 days of your purchase.

If you book your place within 30 days of the course start date, you can claim a full refund within 14 days of your purchase.

How long will I have access to the course?

You’ll have access to all course materials for a total time of 12 months after your start date.

How does the assessment work?

Your Certificate of Completion will be awarded if your 5-day plan is nutritionally accurate and if you pass a short assessment at the end of the course.

Can I earn the full Leiths Nutrition In Culinary Practice accreditation through this course?

This course can directly award you with a Certificate of Completion, but it is also possible to earn the full NTEC-accredited Nutrition In Culinary Practice certification with the skills you learn in this course.

At the end of the course, your mentors will review your progress to determine whether you’re ready to attend the accreditation day taking place at the school in London. This accreditation comes at an additional fee of £395.

Upcoming classes

8 Sep 2023 - class full

6 Oct 2023 - 2 spaces available

Payment Plan £600 plus 3 payments of £465

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