On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- identify and select foods and recipes consistent with the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating*
- describe the importance food variety, eating to appetite and physical activity have on health
- list the recommended proportions of food groups to promote long term health
- describe the benefits of healthy eating and consequences of imbalances in the intake of energy, fat, sugar, salt and fibre
- communicate decisions made as a food consumer to select food using economic and nutritional values
- select food based on basic personal budgeting and economical strategies
- prepare basic foods and follow recipes for meals and snacks suitable for independent living
- work safely and hygienically when storing, preparing and handling food
- follow basic personal and kitchen hygiene principles in practical situations
- identify essential requirements for a basic home kitchen.
* See the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating (accessed 20 June 2017)