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SkillsFuture Series

Certificate in Optimal Nutrition for Health and Wellness

Duration 1 day

Certificate TP Certificate

Course Overview

As Singapore intensifies its focus on preventative health through the "Healthier SG" and "Age Well SG" initiatives, there is a growing demand for professionals across the healthcare, wellness, and corporate sectors to possess high-level nutritional literacy. This course is designed to upskill both personal well-being and the workforce by bridging the gap between nutritional science and practical, job-ready application.

Through a blend of preventive nutrition insights and hands-on practical workshops, participants will explore the physiological impact of macronutrients, the role of functional foods in disease prevention, and the latest research in metabolic health. Designed for the adult learner, the course provides a comprehensive roadmap for achieving optimal health through sustainable, science-backed dietary habits that support an active and healthy workforce.

Who Should Attend

Healthcare assistants, nutrition/health educator/ health ambassador, nutrition executive, nurses, professional caregivers, health coaches, food service /culinary professionals, sports & fitness professionals and other allied health professionals.

What You'll Learn

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

Explain the roles of macro/micronutrients and their impact on systemic health to provide accurate and science-based health advocacy.
Apply evidence-based strategies to maximise nutrient intake while managing caloric balance for various health goals.
Assess the health claims and biological impacts of functional foods and bioactive compounds to guide consumers toward safe and effective dietary choices.
Evaluate diverse real-world scenarios through case studies to develop sustainable, evidence-based nutritional plans for weight loss and metabolic health.

Certification

Participants who meet at Participants who attended least 75% of the required course attendance and pass the assessment will be awarded the Certificate of Completion

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Lecturer/Trainer Profile

Dr Kalpana Bhaskaran

Dr Kalpana Bhaskaran is currently the Deputy Director of Industry Partnerships in School of Applied Science, Temasek Polytechnics as well as the Head of the Glycemic Index Research Unit. She championed the design, planning and implementation of Singapore’s and the region’s first accredited Glycemic Index Research Unit (GIRU). She is a qualified Nutritionist/Dietitian with more than 15 years of experience in nutrition research, lecturing, project management and consultancy services. She was awarded the inaugural “Teaching Excellence Award” for outstanding lecturing, and holistic development of students in 2009 and National Day President’s award for Education in 2014. She has worked on Healthy Eating and Weight management training programmes with National Heath Care Group, MINDEF, HPB, DSTA and MediaCorp. Dr Kalpana has also been appointed as an expert advisor to Ministry of Health (MOH) in relation to sugar reduction from the sugar-sweetened beverages and she sits on Singapore Food Agency’s Advisory Committee on Evaluation of Health Claims. She is also the Advisor of Diabetes Singapore and the Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association (SNDA). She is also an Executive Committee member of the Asian Nutrition Society for Sports and Health (ANSSH), Beijing, China.

Ms Loh Win Nie

Win Nie is a Senior Lecturer at Temasek Polytechnic and an Accredited Dietitian of Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Assocation. She has over 17 years of experience in clinical and community nutrition. Her career is built on a deep expertise in chronic disease management, including diabetes care, renal nutrition, weight management, and geriatric health. As the current President of the Singapore Nutrition & Dietetics Association (SNDA), Win Nie is a recognised leader in the field, dedicated to advancing nutritional science and professional standards in Singapore. She is a firm advocate for the power of preventive nutrition, believing that sustainable lifestyle shifts are the cornerstone of managing and preventing chronic conditions. In her role as an educator, Win Nie translates complex nutritional science into practical, actionable insights. She is passionate about inspiring individuals across all walks of life to take charge of their health through informed eating habits and holistic wellness strategies.

Ms Siti Hussain

Ms Siti is currently a lecturer with Temasek Polytechnic where she has been involved in teaching various food science and nutrition related subjects. She is a graduate with a Masters in Community Nutrition. As a qualified nutritionist, she is involved in various projects and consultation work in the area of applied nutrition, mainly in Glycemic Index and dietary survey with research organisations and multi-national companies. She also does community nutrition work with the community centres, mosques in Singapore, and also some non-profit organisations. She has been in the field of applied nutrition for more than 10 years.

Course Contact

Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)
Temasek Polytechnic
East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 109
21 Tampines Ave 1
Singapore 529757
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