Thanks to this 100% online Postgraduate certificate, you will design the most effective nutritional plans adapted to the specific conditions of different athletes. You will contribute to optimize their sports performance!”

Nutrition plays a critical role in sports performance and overall health. In this regard, a new report conducted by the World Health Organization highlights that proper nutrition can improve athletic performance by up to 20%. However, these nutritional needs can vary significantly among different population groups, from young, growing athletes to older adults seeking to maintain their physical activity. In this context, nursing professionals have a responsibility to understand and effectively address the specific dietary needs of different athletes.

Given this scenario, TECH has developed a complete and innovative Postgraduate certificate in Sports Nutrition in Specific Populations for Nursing. Conceived by experts in this field, the academic itinerary will focus on the dietary needs of groups such as female athletes, children or elderly athletes; addressing aspects such as their limiting factors, physiology, muscle mass or energy demands. At the same time, the didactic materials will provide graduates with the latest trends in Nutritional Supplementation, including Creatine and Whey protein. In this way, specialists will acquire the skills to analyze the nutritional status of their patients and identify possible deficiencies or excesses. 

In addition, a prestigious International Guest Director will give a rigorous master class to help nurses design personalized nutritional plans that meet the specific needs of different populations.

On the other hand, this academic proposal is distinguished by its 100% online methodology. This modality will provide specialists with the necessary flexibility to adapt to their professional schedules. Likewise, the Relearningmethodology, based on the repetition of key concepts, will be implemented to fix knowledge and facilitate effective learning. In this way, the combination of accessibility and innovative pedagogical approach will ensure that professionals acquire practical skills to enhance their work practice.

A distinguished International Guest Director will offer an intensive Masterclass to delve into recent advances in Sports Nutrition in Specific Populations”

This Postgraduate certificate in Sports Nutrition in Specific Populations for Nursing contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Nutrition and Dietetics
• The graphic, schematic and eminently practical contents with which it is conceived gather scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are indispensable for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will incorporate into your clinical practice the most innovative Nutritional Supplements to accelerate muscle recovery, such as Creatine or Whey Protein”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will have real case studies that will enhance your competencies in dietary care focused on senior athletes"

Take advantage of all the benefits of TECH's Relearning methodology, including the freedom to plan your own schedule"

Through this program, nurses will have a comprehensive view of the specific nutritional needs of different populations, as well as the factors that influence their dietary intake and athletic performance. The syllabus will delve into the dietary requirements of pregnant athletes, adolescents and senior athletes; addressing both their physiological characteristics and energy demands. In line with this, the syllabus will emphasize how the consumption of proteins and carbohydrates favors the acceleration of muscle recovery after exercise. Therefore, graduates will design highly personalized dietary programs based on the specific conditions of each athlete. 

You will implement in your practice the most sophisticated strategies to promote adherence to nutritional plans in child athletes, guaranteeing an optimal level of proteins and carbohydrates”

Module 1. Different Stages or Specific Population Groups

1.1. Nutrition in the Female Athlete

1.1.1. Limiting Factors
1.1.2. Requirements

1.2. Menstrual Cycle

1.2.1. The Luteal Phase
1.2.2. The Follicular Phase

1.3. Triad

1.3.1. Amenorrea
1.3.2. Osteoporosis

1.4. Nutrition in the Pregnant Female Athlete

1.4.1. Energy Requirements
1.4.2. Micronutrients

1.5. The Effects of Physical Exercise on the Child Athlete

1.5.1. Strength Training
1.5.2. Endurance Training

1.6. Nutritional Education in the Child Athlete

1.6.1. Sugar
1.6.2. Eating Disorders

1.7. Nutritional Requirements in the Child Athlete

1.7.1. Carbohydrates
1.7.2. Proteins

1.8. Changes Associated with Aging

1.8.1. % Body Fat
1.8.2. Muscle Mass

1.9. Main Problems in the Older Athlete

1.9.1. Joints
1.9.2. Cardiovascular Health

1.10. Interesting Supplements for Older Athletes

1.10.1. Whey Protein
1.10.2. Creatine

This university program will allow you to provide quality advice to different population groups, highlighting the importance of healthy eating to optimize their sports performance and quality of life”