Nutritional Support in Critical Care
Advancing expertise in life-saving nutrition
Course Level
Level 7
Course Type
Non- Ofqual
Awarding Body
QualCert
Duration
120 Credits
Study Mood
Online
Assessment
Assignments Based
Course Overview
What is this course
The QualCert Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Nutritional Support in Critical Care (PgD Critical Care Nutrition) is an advanced program designed to equip healthcare professionals with specialist knowledge in the science and practice of nutrition for critically ill patients. It emphasizes the vital role of nutritional support in intensive care units (ICUs) and hospital settings, where patients often face complex metabolic challenges due to severe illness, trauma, or prolonged hospitalization.
The course provides a comprehensive curriculum covering nutritional assessment, enteral and parenteral feeding strategies, monitoring outcomes, and managing complications. Learners are trained to apply evidence-based guidelines and research to real-world clinical scenarios, ensuring that nutrition interventions contribute to improved patient recovery and survival. Ethical considerations and multidisciplinary approaches are also integrated, preparing participants to work collaboratively in high-pressure healthcare environments.
Graduates of QualCert Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Nutritional Support in Critical Care (PgD Critical Care Nutrition) gain advanced expertise that enhances their professional credibility and career prospects in critical care nutrition. The qualification opens pathways to senior clinical roles, academic research, and leadership positions in hospital nutrition departments. Ultimately, the program empowers healthcare practitioners to transform patient outcomes by mastering the science of nutrition in life-or-death situations.
Course Content
Detailed Curriculum Structure
The QualCert Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Nutritional Support in Critical Care (PgD Critical Care Nutrition), offers 120 Credits, requiring a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 1200 hours, including 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).
Who Should Attend
Target Audience and Participants
- Individuals new to health and social care who want to explore the sector and gain foundational knowledge
- School leavers or young adults seeking an entry-level qualification to begin a career in care services
- Volunteers and community workers who wish to formalize their skills and gain recognition in health and social care
- Aspiring care assistants or support workers looking for a starting point before progressing to higher-level qualifications
- Anyone interested in pursuing a career in healthcare or social care and wanting to understand the basics of care, safeguarding, and supporting well-being
Career & Learning Benefits
Skills, Knowledge & Opportunities You Will Earn
- Specialized expertise in clinical nutrition for intensive and critical care settings.
- Advanced knowledge of metabolism and nutritional science in critically ill patients.
- Practical skills to assess, plan, and implement nutritional support strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes through evidence-based nutritional interventions.
- Career advancement opportunities for healthcare and nutrition professionals.
- Recognition as a Level 7 postgraduate qualification, meeting international standards.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration skills with doctors, nurses, and dietitians.
- Integration of latest research into clinical decision-making.
- Global relevance, applicable across healthcare systems worldwide.
- Foundation for further academic progression, such as doctoral studies or advanced certifications.
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