Through this 100% online Postgraduate certificate, you will carry out comprehensive nutritional assessments of athletes and design food plans keeping in mind their vegan or vegetarian dietary preferences”

In an era characterized by environmental awareness and concern about climate change, the relationship between food and the environment has become increasingly relevant, especially in the context of physical activity. In this context, Vegetarianism and Veganism have emerged as dietary alternatives that not only have benefits in athletic performance or individual health, but also in environmental sustainability. Given this growing demand, nurses need to adopt a holistic approach to care for athletes, including an understanding of their diet and how it can affect both their performance and overall well-being.

In response to this, TECH is implementing an innovative Postgraduate certificate in Vegetarianism and Veganism in Physical Activity and Sport for Nursing. The academic itinerary will analyze the most frequent errors among these athletes (such as insufficient protein intake or iron deficiency). In this way, graduates will develop competencies to perform exhaustive evaluations of the nutritional status of their patients and to provide dietary advice based on plant sources. In this sense, the syllabus will delve into the importance of Vitamin B12 to ensure proper metabolism, DNA synthesis and red blood cell production.  Also, the program will provide professionals with the latest trends in performance-enhancing supplements, where Vegetable Protein stands out. In addition, the program will include the participation of a prestigious International Guest Director, who will help nurses to optimize their clinical skills and, therefore, to make a leap in quality in their daily practice.

To consolidate all this knowledge, TECH uses the disruptive methodology of Relearning. This teaching system is based on the repetition of the key contents of the syllabus, guaranteeing a progressive and natural learning process. 

All this gathered in a comfortable Virtual Campus, where nurses can also access a virtual library that will be available at any time and place, without geographical restrictions.

A renowned International Guest Director will give 4 rigorous Masterclasses, where she will show you the latest advances in subjects such as Ergogenic Aids in Sport”

This Postgraduate certificate in Vegetarianism and Veganism in Physical Activity and Sport 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 benefits of Spirulina Algae to reduce oxidative stress and inflammation induced by physical exercise”

The program includes in its teaching staff professionals from the sector who bring to this program the experience of their work, as well as recognized 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 a holistic view of how vegetarian or vegan nutrition affects physical performance, recovery and injury prevention in the sports context"

A syllabus based on the revolutionary Relearning methodology, which will allow you to consolidate complex concepts with efficiency and dynamism"

This program will equip nurses with a solid understanding of the nutritional principles behind Vegetarianism and Veganism, as well as their implications for both health and athletic performance. To this end, the teaching materials will delve into issues ranging from energy balance or protein intake to key nutrients in vegan athletes (such as Vitamin B12). In addition, the syllabus will offer graduates the most innovative and effective ergogenic aids, among which Creatine stands out. In this way, professionals will identify possible dietary deficiencies in their patients and design balanced dietary plans.

You will be able to assess the nutritional needs of vegetarian and vegan athletes with precision, detecting possible deficiencies in their diets”

Module 1. Vegetarianism and Veganism

1.1. Vegetarianism and Veganism in the History of Sport

1.1.1. The Beginnings of Veganism in Sport
1.1.2. Vegetarian Athletes Today

1.2. Different Types of Vegetarian Food 

1.2.1. The Vegan Athlete
1.2.2. The Vegetarian Athlete

1.3. Common Errors in the Vegan Athlete

1.3.1. Energy Balance
1.3.2. Protein Consumption

1.4. Vitamin B12

1.4.1. B12 Supplementation
1.4.2. Bioavailability of Spirulina Algae

1.5. Protein Sources in the Vegan/Vegetarian Diet

1.5.1. Protein Quality
1.5.2. Environmental Sustainability

1.6. Other Key Nutrients in Vegans 

1.6.1. Conversion of ALA to EPA/DHA
1.6.2. Fe, Ca, Vit-D and Zn

1.7. Biochemical Evaluation/Nutritional Shortcomings

1.7.1. Anemia
1.7.2. Sarcopenia

1.8. Vegan Diet vs. Omnivorous Diet

1.8.1. Evolutionary Food
1.8.2. Current Food

1.9. Ergogenic Aids

1.9.1. Creatine
1.9.2. Vegetable Protein

1.10. Factors that Decrease Nutrient Absorption

1.10.1. High Fiber Intake
1.10.2. Oxalates

You will have the support of the largest online academic institution in the world, TECH, with the latest educational technology at your disposal. Enroll now!”