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Course Description
This course will increase your general understanding of the mechanical, physical and biochemical functions of the human body. You will gain the knowledge you need to understand the body's processes more fully and will become more aware of how to maintain good health. The course is designed for non-scientific managers in healthcare organisations and also for those considering a career in sports fitness, alternative health or healthcare management.
Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you.
Previous Knowledge Required
The good news is that no prior learning knowledge or experience is essential to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about human physiology and health and would like to take part in a highly rewarding home study course. You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with full tutor support.
Support
You will receive the course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail and email. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that unlimited support is available for your home study course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.
Assessment
The ASET certificate is gained by successfully completing a series of assignments together with an extended essay.
Modules
- Essential Principles - Living Things, Cells, Organisms, and the Chemistry of Life.
- Energy and Respiration - Diet, Digestion, Photosynthesis, Food Chains and Webs, the Respiratory System
- Perception and Reaction - Receiving information, Human Senses, Nervous System, the Brain, Acting on information, Hormones
- Physiology and Homeostasis - The Blood Circulatory System, the Heart, Veins, Blood System, Excretion, Homeostasis, Skeleton and Muscles
- Reproduction and Variation - Fertilisation, Foetal development, Genetics, Variation and Selection
- Humans and their Environment - Micro-organisms and Health, Defence of the Body against Infection and Illness, Treating Injury and Illness, Human Populations and Ecosystems, Practical Ecology
Awarding Body
ASET is recognised as an awarding body by the relevant Government agencies and departments including QCA (Qualifications and Curriculum Authority) and DIUS (Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills) in England and by the equivalent bodies in Wales and Northern Ireland.
