Sports in now a competitive business as well as recreation & everything is considered scientifically in order to produce optimum performance. Nutritional advice is part of this process & sound knowledge & guidance of this subject can provide an edge in competition; dietary control & planning are equally as important as physical & mental preparation in a sporting arena. About Our Sports Nutrition Course Therapists who already deal with sports nutrition will find this course useful in its treatment & clarification of important issues & topics. The roles of individual nutrient groups in relation to particular sports & the attendant training regimes is covered in detail. This information can then be applied in many professional roles & in personal health & fitness. So&44; if you are a personal trainer or coach or an athlete preparing for an important event; or simply an individual or parent looking to provide themselves & their family with the optimum diet & nutrition&44; this course will provide you with the means to understand & plan this important part of your life. What can I do after the course? Get a job as a nutritionist. This course equips students with the essential information to begin working as a nutritionist&44; with potential earnings of up to &194;&163;52&44;000+*pa & avenues such as health agencies&44; healthfood shops&44; nutritional medical companies & fitness centres available. Other peripheral jobs such as a nutrition journalist could also be attainable. Start your own business. You could also consider starting your own sports nutritionist business in private practice. * Source: Payscale.com&44; Sept. 2012