Proper nutrition in childhood and adolescence is essential for the optimal development of the body. With this Postgraduate diploma you will learn the latest scientific advances to be able to promote it in your practice”

The community pharmacy and its professionals have become essential agents in the fight against inadequate nutrition. More and more pharmacists are opting for specialization in this area, in order to be able to offer a complete service that helps their patients to lead a healthy lifestyle characterized by a healthy diet adapted to their nutritional needs. In addition, there are also cases in which suffering from a certain pathology may require specialized attention in terms of nutrition.

That is why TECH has developed this Postgraduate diploma in Nutrition in Infancy and Digestive Tract and Endocrine-Metabolic Pathologies in Diet Therapy, with the aim that the specialist can catch up with the latest developments in this field. Through an exhaustive and dynamic syllabus, they will be able to delve into the key aspects of nutrition in children and young people, as well as the aspects to be taken into account when working with patients suffering from dysfunctions along the digestive tract. Finally, it delves into endocrine-metabolic and autoimmune pathologies and their nutritional requirements, providing the keys for the development of specific and personalized diets.

This is a 6-month program that includes 540 hours of the best theoretical, practical and additional material, presented in different formats (dynamic summaries, detailed videos, research articles, etc.), and is designed to provide a complete training program. In addition, its convenient 100% online format provides a plus of flexibility and accessibility that will allow the graduate to connect whenever needed and from any device with an Internet connection.

You are in front of the opportunity you were looking for to delve into nutrition in children and adolescents and to get up to date on the most effective and recommended diets for each case”

This Postgraduate diploma in Nutrition in Childhood and Digestive Tract and Endocrine-Metabolic Disorders in Diet Therapy contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Nutrition and Endocrinology
• 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 self-assessment can be used 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

In this Postgraduate diploma you will find 540 hours of the best theoretical, practical and additional material with which you will find an accessible, entertaining and dynamic task”

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.

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. This will be done with the help of an innovative system of interactive videos made by renowned experts.

You will delve into the nutritional specifics of type 1 diabetes and the aspects to take into account when dealing with insulin-dependent patients"

Having a broad and updated knowledge of the digestive history of gastrointestinal tract dysfunctions will help you to prepare specific diets for this type of patients"

The content of this 100% online program has been developed following the guidelines dictated by the innovative and effective Relearning methodology, in whose use TECH is a pioneer worldwide. The most important concepts are reiterated throughout the syllabus, in such a way that the updating and acquisition of knowledge is done in a progressive and natural way, without having to invest extra hours in memorizing. In addition, this educational strategy guarantees the durability of ideas for much longer than any other traditional technique.

You will delve into the risks of childhood obesity and the latest developments in adapted Diet Therapy, both in its treatment and prevention”

Module 1. Nutrition in Childhood and Adolescence

1.1. Causes and Interrelated Factors of Childhood Obesity

1.1.1. Obesogenic Environment in Childhood
1.1.2. Assessment of Individual, Family and Socioeconomic Problems

1.2. Risks of Childhood Obesity

1.2.1. Prevention and Adapted Diet Therapy
1.2.2. Physical Activity and Physical Exercise

1.3. Nutritional Education

1.3.1. Nutritional Recommendations
1.3.2. Personalized Calculation of Plans for the Treatment of Childhood Adolescent Obesity

1.4. Dietary Patterns and Food Recommendations

1.4.1. Consultation Tools

1.5. Genetic Alterations and Predisposition to Obesity in Children and Adults
1.6. Prevention and Management of Other Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents
1.7. Psychological Aspects of Childhood Obesity in Nutritional Consultation
1.8. Nutrition in Special Situations: Celiac Disease. Food Allergy
1.9. Nutrition in Special Situations: Diabetes and Dyslipemia
1.10. Nutrition and Growth Disorders

1.10.1. Nutrition in Later Stages of the Preterm or SGA Patient

Module 2. Nutrition in Dysfunctions and Pathologies along the Digestive Tract

2.1. Digestive History, and Assessment of Variables, Symptomatology and Previous Eating Habits
2.2. Mouth: Nutrition in Mucositis, Xerophthalmia, Dysphagia, and Oral Dysbiosis
2.3. Esophagus: Nutrition in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Barret's Esophagus
2.4. Stomach: Nutrition in Gastritis, Hiatus Hernia, Dyspepsia, Helicobacter Pylori Infection
2.5. Constipation and Symptomatology

2.5.1. Associated Pathologies

2.6. Acute and Chronic Diarrhea
2.7. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
2.8. Differentiation between Malabsorption, Intolerances and Allergies

2.8.1. Enzyme Deficiency and Immune System
2.8.2. Diet Low in Histamine and DAO Deficiency

2.9. Dysbiosis, Bacterial Overgrowth and Nutrient Malabsorption
2.10. Celiac Disease and Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (NCGS)

Module 3. Nutrition in Endocrine-Metabolic and Autoimmune Pathologies

3.1. Type 1 Diabetes

3.1.1. Nutrition in Insulin-Dependent Patients

3.2. Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes
3.3. Nutrition in Thyroid Disorders

3.3.1. Hypothyroidism
3.3.2. Hyperthyroidism

3.4. Nutrition and Circadian Rhythms: Chronobiology
3.5. Nutrition in the Physiological Menstrual Cycle and its Alterations

3.5.1. Amenorrhea
3.5.2. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
3.5.3. Endometriosis

3.6. Nutrition in Autoimmune Pathology

3.6.1. Rheumatoid Arthritis
3.6.2. Psoriasis
3.6.3. Lupus

3.7. Muscle

3.7.1. Sarcopenia

3.8. Bone Health

3.8.1. Osteopenia
3.8.2. Osteoporosis

3.9. Nutrition in Pulmonary Pathologies

3.9.1. Cystic Fibrosis
3.9.2. COPD
3.9.3. Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS)

3.10. Chronic Fatigue, Anemia and Vitamin D Deficiency

If you are looking for a complete online program with which to make personalized treatment plan calculations for different pathologies, don't think twice and enroll now in this Postgraduate diploma"