Level 2 Food and Nutrition
2FAN Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms S. Matheson.
Who would be interested in this course?Students with an interest in Food Technology. Level 1 Food and Nutrition would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Students will learn how to apply concepts of nutrition and health within different contexts. They will experience a variety of practical cooking lessons designed to develop their skills and to reinforce their theoretical knowledge and understanding.
A range of topics such as sustainability, veganism, the under consumption of fruit and vegetables and health promotion are covered through out the year.
This course links to the social and community services sector pathway and encompasses these sector related careers: Dietitian, nutritionist in various areas such as sports nutrition, personal training and private practice, early childhood education, public health, health promotion, catering and hospitality, food marketing, tourism, teaching, food companies, midwife, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, podiatrist and registered nurse.
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Assessment Information
Each assessment has a theory (written/typed) and practical component.
Not all practical assessments qualify for a resubmission.
For more information on the assessment process, please refer to the Lynfield College Assessment Handbook.
Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Registered Nurse, Physician, Chef, Community Karitāne, Dietitian, General Practitioner, Early Childhood Teacher, Health Promoter, Health Care Assistant, Naturopath, Nanny/Child Carer
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryThe full school uniform is required for practical lessons and must include leather covered toe school shoes. It is mandatory to have hair shoulder length pulled back off the face and tied up. Acrylic or false nails and nail polish will not be allowed at anytime.