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Introduction to the Program
Through this 100% online program, you will develop skills to assess the nutritional status of Parathletes and adapt dietary plans to optimize both their health and athletic performance”

The World Health Organization predicts that approximately 15% of the world's population suffers from some form of disability and estimates that the number will continue to rise due to the increase in chronic diseases. Among these individuals are Parathletes, who face additional challenges in terms of Nutrition due to their particular physiological conditions. At this juncture, nurses need to keep abreast of the latest scientific research in this field and the most innovative dietary techniques in order to design the most effective dietary plans for athletes based on their specific needs.
In this context, TECH is developing a pioneering and revolutionary program in Sports Nutrition in Parathletes for Nursing. The academic itinerary will delve into key issues such as metabolism, physiology, biomechanics or psychology of such individuals. Thanks to this, graduates will obtain skills to evaluate the nutritional status of their patients, detecting possible deficiencies and carrying out an adequate follow-up of their condition. Likewise, the syllabus will analyze in detail the energy and hydration requirements of this population, emphasizing the advantages of ergogenic aids to optimize their recovery. In this sense, the didactic materials will delve into pharmacology and interactions with nutrients, so that specialists can prevent possible nutritional complications or adverse side effects. In addition, a prestigious International Guest Director will give an enriching master class to delve into the recent advances in Supplements.
It should be noted that the methodology of this university program reinforces its innovative character. TECH offers a 100% online academic environment, tailored to the needs of busy nurses looking to advance their careers. It also relies on the Relearning methodology, based on the repetition of key concepts to fix knowledge and facilitate learning. The only thing that specialists will need is an electronic device with Internet access (such as a cell phone, computer or tablet) to access the Virtual Campus and enjoy the most dynamic academic materials on the market.
A prestigious International Guest Director will offer a thorough Masterclass to provide you with the latest trends in Nutritional Supplements”
This Postgraduate certificate in Sports Nutrition in Parathletes 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 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
You will delve into the pharmacology and interactions with nutrients and ensure the safety of Parathletes at all times”
The program's teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who bring to this course the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists.
of reference 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.
The university program will give you the opportunity to exercise in simulated environments, which will provide you with immersive learning programmed to specialize you in real situations"

TECH's characteristic Relearning system will allow you to update your knowledge at your own pace, without depending on external teaching conditions"
Why study at TECH?
TECH is the world’s largest online university. With an impressive catalog of more than 14,000 university programs available in 11 languages, it is positioned as a leader in employability, with a 99% job placement rate. In addition, it relies on an enormous faculty of more than 6,000 professors of the highest international renown.

Study at the world's largest online university and guarantee your professional success. The future starts at TECH”
The world’s best online university according to FORBES
The prestigious Forbes magazine, specialized in business and finance, has highlighted TECH as “the world's best online university” This is what they have recently stated in an article in their digital edition in which they echo the success story of this institution, “thanks to the academic offer it provides, the selection of its teaching staff, and an innovative learning method aimed at educating the professionals of the future”
A revolutionary study method, a cutting-edge faculty and a practical focus: the key to TECH's success.
The most complete study plans on the university scene
TECH offers the most complete study plans on the university scene, with syllabuses that cover fundamental concepts and, at the same time, the main scientific advances in their specific scientific areas. In addition, these programs are continuously being updated to guarantee students the academic vanguard and the most in-demand professional skills. In this way, the university's qualifications provide its graduates with a significant advantage to propel their careers to success.
TECH offers the most comprehensive and intensive study plans on the current university scene.
A world-class teaching staff
TECH's teaching staff is made up of more than 6,000 professors with the highest international recognition. Professors, researchers and top executives of multinational companies, including Isaiah Covington, performance coach of the Boston Celtics; Magda Romanska, principal investigator at Harvard MetaLAB; Ignacio Wistumba, chairman of the department of translational molecular pathology at MD Anderson Cancer Center; and D.W. Pine, creative director of TIME magazine, among others.
Internationally renowned experts, specialized in different branches of Health, Technology, Communication and Business, form part of the TECH faculty.
A unique learning method
TECH is the first university to use Relearning in all its programs. It is the best online learning methodology, accredited with international teaching quality certifications, provided by prestigious educational agencies. In addition, this disruptive educational model is complemented with the “Case Method”, thereby setting up a unique online teaching strategy. Innovative teaching resources are also implemented, including detailed videos, infographics and interactive summaries.
TECH combines Relearning and the Case Method in all its university programs to guarantee excellent theoretical and practical learning, studying whenever and wherever you want.
The world's largest online university
TECH is the world’s largest online university. We are the largest educational institution, with the best and widest online educational catalog, one hundred percent online and covering the vast majority of areas of knowledge. We offer a large selection of our own degrees and accredited online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. In total, more than 14,000 university degrees, in eleven different languages, make us the largest educational largest in the world.
TECH has the world's most extensive catalog of academic and official programs, available in more than 11 languages.
Google Premier Partner
The American technology giant has awarded TECH the Google Google Premier Partner badge. This award, which is only available to 3% of the world's companies, highlights the efficient, flexible and tailored experience that this university provides to students. The recognition as a Google Premier Partner not only accredits the maximum rigor, performance and investment in TECH's digital infrastructures, but also places this university as one of the world's leading technology companies.
Google has positioned TECH in the top 3% of the world's most important technology companies by awarding it its Google Premier Partner badge.
The official online university of the NBA
TECH is the official online university of the NBA. Thanks to our agreement with the biggest league in basketball, we offer our students exclusive university programs, as well as a wide variety of educational resources focused on the business of the league and other areas of the sports industry. Each program is made up of a uniquely designed syllabus and features exceptional guest hosts: professionals with a distinguished sports background who will offer their expertise on the most relevant topics.
TECH has been selected by the NBA, the world's top basketball league, as its official online university.
The top-rated university by its students
Students have positioned TECH as the world's top-rated university on the main review websites, with a highest rating of 4.9 out of 5, obtained from more than 1,000 reviews. These results consolidate TECH as the benchmark university institution at an international level, reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.” reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.”
TECH is the world’s top-rated university by its students.
Leaders in employability
TECH has managed to become the leading university in employability. 99% of its students obtain jobs in the academic field they have studied, within one year of completing any of the university's programs. A similar number achieve immediate career enhancement. All this thanks to a study methodology that bases its effectiveness on the acquisition of practical skills, which are absolutely necessary for professional development.
99% of TECH graduates find a job within a year of completing their studies.
Postgraduate Certificate in Sports Nutrition in Parathletes for Nursing
Sports nutrition focuses on the nutritional requirements of athletes and active people. In the case of para athletes, it is even more important to have an adequate diet, because their needs are different from those of a person without disabilities. TECH Global University developed the Postgraduate Certificate in Sports Nutrition in Parathletes for Nursing, in order to provide professionals with the necessary tools to understand and apply the principles of nutrition in the context of adapted sports. Here, the importance of proper nutrition in the prevention and treatment of injuries in athletes, as well as in the improvement of sports performance, will be discussed. Topics such as the importance of macronutrients and micronutrients, hydration and supplementation in adapted sports will be covered.
Sports nutrition in para-sports: an invaluable plus for your academic profile
Meal planning and adaptation of diets to meet the individual needs of each athlete, strategies to improve digestion or absorption of nutrients, prevention of gastrointestinal problems in active athletes and the importance of nutritional education in adapted sports, are some of the topics that you will address with this Postgraduate Certificate. Through an innovative online methodology, you will explore nutrition before, during and after exercise, as well as the different nutritional needs in specific sports (athletics, swimming, wheelchair basketball). Upon completion of this course, you will be equipped with the necessary skills to provide adequate nutritional care to parathletes, in order to contribute to their sporting success and overall well-being.