Higher Nationals in Sport & Exercise Science - Scheme of Work Unit 1 Nutrition - Issue 1

Oct 20, 2026

Higher Nationals in Sport & Exercise Science Unit 1 “Nutrition” presents a structured scheme of work for first teaching from September 2018, Issue 1. The learning outcomes cover key components of nutrition for health and sports performance, digestive system structure and function, relationships between food intake and disease, and principles of a range of diets. Session guidance outlines lectures, research tasks, label analysis, mind mapping, presentations, and quizzes, with assessment references and customization options for local delivery and GLH time frames.

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Unit 1 Nutrition Scheme of Work

Learning Outcomes (LO1-LO4)

Sessions and Session Activities

Guidance Notes on Customisation

This is a preview document. For the full booklet please visit [https://hnglobal.highernationals.com/](https://hnglobal.highernationals.com/) Pearson Higher Nationals in Sport & Exercise Science SCHEME OF WORK UNIT: 1 Nutrition For use with the Higher National Certificate and Higher National Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science First teaching from September 2018 Issue 1 Edexcel, BTEC and LCCI qualifications Edexcel, BTEC and LCCI qualifications are awarded by Pearson, the UK’s largest awarding body offering academic and vocational qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked. For further information, please visit our qualification websites [at www.edexcel.com](at www.edexcel.com), [www.btec.co.uk or www.lcci.org.uk. Alternatively](www.btec.co.uk or www.lcci.org.uk. Alternatively), you can get in touch with us using the details on our contact us page [at qualifications.pearson.com/contactus](at qualifications.pearson.com/contactus) About Pearson Pearson is the world’s leading learning company, with 40,000 employees in more than 70 countries working to help people of all ages to make measurable progress in their lives through learning. We put the student at the centre of everything we do, because wherever learning flourishes, so do people. Find out more about how we can help you and your students [at qualifications.pearson.com](at qualifications.pearson.com) References to third-party material made in this specification are made in good faith. We do not endorse, approve or accept responsibility for the content of materials, which may be subject to change, or any opinions expressed therein. (Material may include textbooks, journals, magazines and other publications and websites.) All information in this document is correct at time of publication. All the material in this publication is copyright © Pearson Education Limited 2017 Please note that Schemes of Work are for guidance and support only. They can be customised and amended according to localised needs and requirements. All schemes of work can be adapted to suit specific establishment time frames in line with GLH delivery. Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science SCHEME OF WORK | Programme Title: | Higher Nationals in Sport & Exercise Science | Level: | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Unit Title: | Nutrition | Tutor: | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Unit Number: | 1 | Academic Year: | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Learning Outcomes (LO) | Assessment 1 | Assessment 2 | Assessment 3 | Assessment 4 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | LO1 Identify the main components of nutrition for optimal health and sports performance | | | | | | LO2 Explain the main components of the digestive system and the factors that affect optimal function | | | | | | LO3 Investigate the connection between food consumption and disease | | | | | | LO4 Explore a range of specific diets, with particular focus on their dietary principles | | | | | Please note that Schemes of Work are for guidance and support only. They can be customised and amended according to localised needs and requirements. All schemes of work can be adapted to suit specific establishment time frames in line with GLH delivery. | Sessions | Learning Outcome(s) | Session Activities | | --- | --- | --- | | Session 1 | LO1 | Topic(s):
• Lecture on the micro and macro nutrients.
• Examine the structure, function and sources of micro and macro nutrients.
• Examine the impact of deficiencies of micro and macro nutrients. Sample activities:
• In groups focus on the skeletal system the muscular system and the nervous system, research all the vitamins and minerals that support the optimal function of these body systems. Discover what will occur to these systems if we do not have our recommended daily allowance. | | Session 2 | LO1 | Topic(s):
• Lecture on the different groups of people with specific nutritional needs.
• Examine the impact of

FAQs

What are the learning outcomes for Unit 1 Nutrition?

LO1 focuses on identifying nutrition components for optimal health and sports performance. LO2 explains digestive system components and factors affecting optimal function. LO3 investigates the link between food consumption and disease, and LO4 explores specific diets and their dietary principles.

What session activities are included for teaching this unit?

The scheme includes lectures, group research, mind mapping, practical assessment of food labels, assignment distribution, quizzes, class diagram labeling, and presentations tailored to different population nutritional needs.

Can the scheme of work be adapted for local teaching needs?

Yes. The document states that schemes of work are for guidance and support only and can be customised and amended according to localised needs and requirements, and adapted to suit specific establishment time frames in line with GLH delivery.

Oct 20, 2026

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