Support people to eat and drink well — why nutrition and hydration matter, recognising malnutrition and dehydration, who's at risk, supporting mealtimes, special diets, and your role.
What this course covers
- Explain why good nutrition and hydration matter in care
- Recognise the signs of malnutrition and dehydration
- Identify who is at risk and support people to eat and drink well
- Understand special dietary needs and how to meet them
- Monitor, record and report, and understand your role
How much does Nutrition & Hydration training cost?
£4 per person on Care2Learn, with no minimum order and no subscription. If your team needs a full training matrix rather than one course, a subscription at £2 per learner per month covers all 32 courses — see the 2026 price comparison.
Who needs it
Care workers involved in day-to-day support, and the seniors who review care plans and escalate concerns. It covers the knowledge behind Care Certificate Standard 8, so it also suits staff working through their induction. Completion is recorded with the date taken and the date it is next due, so it appears correctly on your training matrix and can be evidenced at inspection.
What the learner receives
A certificate in their own name carrying the CPD Aligned seal, showing the completion date and the renewal date a year later, downloadable at any time. The record belongs to the learner, not just the employer — it travels with them rather than sitting in one provider's system.
Related courses
Providers usually assign these alongside Nutrition & Hydration.
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention — 45 min online, £4 per person
- Safeguarding Adults — 60 min online, £4 per person
- Fire Safety — 45 min online, £4 per person
You can also browse the full catalogue of 32 courses, or read about the Care Certificate for staff new to care.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Nutrition & Hydration training take?
About 45 min of e‑learning, across 8 sections with 11 assessment questions. Learners can stop and resume at any point, and it works on a phone.
What does Nutrition & Hydration training cover?
By the end of the course a learner should be able to explain why good nutrition and hydration matter in care; recognise the signs of malnutrition and dehydration; identify who is at risk and support people to eat and drink well. The full list of learning outcomes is set out above.
Is Nutrition & Hydration CPD Aligned, and how is it assessed?
Yes — the certificate carries the CPD Aligned seal. The assessment is multiple choice with a pass mark of 70%; attempts are recorded and learners can retake it. Renewal is set at 12 months from the completion date, so the course reappears on your training matrix when it is due.
Does this cover malnutrition and dehydration risk?
Yes — recognising malnutrition and dehydration, why older adults are at higher risk, supporting people to eat and drink with dignity, food and fluid charts, and when to escalate. It is awareness training rather than clinical nutrition, and does not replace dietitian input.
Does this count towards the Care Certificate?
It covers the knowledge behind Care Certificate Standard 8. The Care Certificate itself is a separate guided course covering every standard, and its practical workplace assessment is completed and signed off by the employer.
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