To provide participants with practical, evidence-based information on how to promote a well-balanced and healthy diet in line with the Barnsley Food and Health Policy. By the end of the session, participants will:-

• State the importance  of healthy eating
• Outline the development of current healthy eating guidelines/recommendations
• Describe the eatwell plate
• Apply the eatwell plate

Venue – Discussion Room, New Street Health Centre

Entry Requirements - N/A

Who the course is aimed at - Anyone who supports healthy eating advice to individuals and groups e.g. district nurses, health visitors, Sure Start employees, community workers, teachers, teaching assistants. It is mandatory that people are trained in The Eatwell training before the replica foods and mat can be loaned.

Cost - The course is free if you are employed by Barnsley NHS, BMBC or work in the community/voluntary sectors. There will be a cost of £50 for all other delegates.

Learning Hours - 2 hours

Training Provided by - Community Dietitians

Contact details - The Cudworth Centre, Carlton Street, Cudworth, Barnsley, S72 8ST, Tel 01226 438810/438811

Training dates 2010 all 9.30am until 11.30am:
13th Jan, 4th February, 5th March, 14th April, 6th May, 4th June, 14th July, 12th August, 17th September, 13th October, 4th November, 3rd December

Booking - To book a place on the Eatwell training please email the Community Dietitians:
s.preston@nhs.net or amandamakepeace@barnsleypct.nhs.uk
Or telephone on 01226 438810/438811