This course allows training in simulated environments which provide immersive learning programmed to train for real situations"

In the development of this program, the student will be able to acquire the necessary knowledge to detect nutritional problems and establish a nutritional planning for para-athletes.  The different strategies to solve and anticipate problems that may arise during a test or training will be discussed in depth. In addition, the student will learn how to solve any doubts that may arise when dealing with an Para-Athletes, as well as how to teach them in the best possible way the basic aspects of Sports Nutrition.

The Postgraduate Certificate has multimedia content that helps you acquire the knowledge that is presented, elaborated with the latest educational technology. At the same time, it will allow the student a contextual and situated learning within a simulated environment that provides education focused on solving real problems. 

The professors of this Postgraduate Postgraduate Certificate are professionals who seek excellence in their teaching and work, teaching in university centers and working with athletes to maximize their performance. 

Food and sport must go hand in hand, as it is essential that athletes follow a proper diet to help them improve their performance"

This Postgraduate certificate in Sports Nutrition in Para-Athletes, contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features of the include:

• The graphic, schematic and practical contents of the course are designed to provide all the essential information required for professional practice
• Exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• An algorithm-based interactive learning system, designed for decision making for patients with nutritional challenges
• 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

This Postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make in the selection of a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in sports nutrition, you will obtain a program for: TECH Global University"

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

Its 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 an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that are presented throughout the academic course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned experts.

Immerse yourself in this comprehensive Professional Postgraduate certificate and improve your skills in nutritional counseling for athletes"

Know the most appropriate diets for each type of athlete and be able to make more personalized advice"

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals knowledgeable about the implications of training in daily practice, aware of the current relevance of sports nutrition education and committed to quality teaching through new educational technologies. 

This Postgraduate certificate in Sports Nutrition in Para-Athletes contains the most complete and updated scientific program on the market"

Module 1. Para-Athletes

1.1. Classification and Categories in Para-Athletes

1.1.1. What is a Para Athlete?
1.1.2. How are Para Athletes Classified?

1.2. Sports Science in Para Athletes

1.2.1. Metabolism and Physiology
1.2.2. Biomechanics
1.2.3. Psychology

1.3. Energy Requirements and Hydration in Para-Athletes

1.3.1. Optimal Energy Demands for Training
1.3.2. Hydration Planning before, during and after Training and Competitions

1.4. Nutritional Problems in the Different Categories of Para Athletes According to Pathology or Anomaly

1.4.1. Spinal Cord Injuries
1.4.2. Cerebral Palsy and Acquired Brain Injuries
1.4.3. Amputees
1.4.4. Vision and Hearing Impairment
1.4.5. Intellectual Impairments

1.5. Nutritional Planning in Parathletes With Spinal Cord Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Acquired Brain Injuries

1.5.1. Nutritional Requirements (Macro and Micronutrients)
1.5.2. Sweating and Fluid Replacement during Exercise

1.6. Nutritional Planning in Amputee Para Athletes

1.6.1. Energy Requirements
1.6.2. Macronutrients
1.6.3. Thermoregulation and Hydration
1.6.4. Nutritional Issues Related to Prosthetics

1.7. Planning and Nutritional Problems in Para Athletes with Vision-Hearing Impairment and Intellectual Impairment

1.7.1. Sports Nutrition Problems With Vision Impairment: Retinitis Pigmentosa, Diabetic Retinopathy, Albinism, Stargardt's Disease and Hearing Pathologies
1.7.2. Sports Nutrition Problems With Intellectual Deficiencies: Down Syndrome, Autism, Aspergers Syndrome and Phenylketonuria

1.8. Body Composition in Para Athletes

1.8.1. Measurement Techniques
1.8.2. Factors Influencing the Reliability of Different Measurement Methods

1.9. Phar.macology and Nutrient Interactions

1.9.1. Different Types of Drugs Taken by Para Athletes
1.9.2. Micronutrient Deficiencies in Para Athletes

1.10. Ergogenic Aids

1.10.1. Potentially Beneficial Supplements for Para Athletes
1.10.2. Adverse Effects on Health and Contamination and Doping Problems Due to the Intake of Performance Enhancing drugs

A unique, key, and decisive educational experience to boost your professional development"