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WTF Kids & Adolescent Nutrition

Pediatric nutrition course for kids and teens

Learn child nutrition and coach families with clear confidence.

WTF Kids & Adolescent Nutrition is an intermediate online course for coaches who want to guide parents, young athletes and growing children with age-appropriate food advice. Learn in English at your own pace over about 3 weeks, with in-depth written lessons, module-end quizzes and a practical evaluation at a WTF gym.

Duration
3 weeks
Curriculum
6 modules · 24 lessons
Level
Intermediate
Language
English

1,100+Students enrolled since May 202460+Active WTF gyms4 WTF Academy credits

Source: WTF Academy records, as of 4 October 2026.

Outcomes

What you will learn

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

  • Explain nutrition needs across key growth stages from early childhood to adolescence.

  • Build simple meal guidance for children based on age, activity level and family food patterns.

  • Identify common nutrition gaps that affect energy, growth, focus and sports participation.

  • Adapt food conversations for parents, caregivers and gym clients without using fear or fad claims.

  • Apply basic food safety checks for children’s meals, snacks and packed food.

  • Recognise when a child’s needs are outside fitness-coach scope and require referral to a qualified healthcare professional.

What you get

This course includes

  • 6 modules
  • 24 written lessons in English
  • 6 module quizzes
  • Practical evaluation at a WTF gym
  • Complete the course and earn the WTF Academy certificate
  • Self-paced: study on your phone or laptop
  • 4 WTF Academy credits

Syllabus

Course curriculum

6 modules · 24 lessons

01

Infant Nutrition Foundations

5 lessonsFree preview
  1. Assessing infant needs and daily intake targets
  2. Breast milk guidance for early growth
  3. Starting solid foods with safe progression
  4. Feeding plans for babies born early
  5. Common infant nutrition doubts answered
02

Nutrition for Ages 1 to 6

5 lessons
  1. Daily nutrient targets for young children
  2. Practical meal plans for preschool age
  3. Handling picky eating and mealtime issues
  4. Food choices that support teeth and gums
  5. Common preschool nutrition doubts answered
03

School-Age Meal Planning and Weight Risks

4 lessons
  1. Nutrient needs for growing students
  2. Balanced tiffin and home meal planning
  3. Managing excess weight in toddlers and students
  4. Understanding obesity risk in children
04

Adolescent Nutrition and Eating Behaviour

4 lessons
  1. Spotting common nutrient gaps in youth
  2. Changing food needs during teen years
  3. Recognising disordered eating patterns
  4. Common teen nutrition doubts answered
05

Support for Children with Special Needs

2 lessons
  1. Feeding challenges in special-needs care
  2. Building long-term food and lifestyle routines
06

Food Safety, Allergies and Tracking Tools

4 lessons
  1. Reading labels and keeping child food safe
  2. Identifying and managing child food allergies
  3. Using a diary to connect foods and symptoms
  4. Tracking growth with chart-based monitoring

What a lesson from this course looks like on the learning platform.

First module free. No card.

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The first module of every course is free, no card needed. Try the lessons, quizzes and platform first, then decide.

Module 1

Infant Nutrition Foundations

5 lessons and the module quiz

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Fit

Who this course is for

  • Personal trainers who work with families, young athletes or parent clients.
  • Nutrition coaches who want a structured foundation in child and teen nutrition.
  • Gym-floor staff who need safer, clearer answers for parent nutrition questions.
  • Fitness professionals with basic nutrition knowledge who want an intermediate upgrade.

Eligibility

  • Basic understanding of human nutrition, macronutrients and balanced meals.
  • Comfort learning in English through online written lessons.
  • Access to a smartphone, tablet or computer with a stable internet connection.
  • Willingness to follow coach scope and refer medical concerns to qualified professionals.

Assessment

Assessment and certificate

Learners complete online module checks and a final assessment based on practical coaching scenarios. Passing learners receive 4 WTF Academy credits and the WTF Academy certificate.

Learners who pass the required assessments receive the WTF Academy certificate for this course.

Questions

Questions about this course

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Can I try the course before enrolling fully?

Yes. The free trial lets you start first, explore the learning flow and decide if the course fits your goals.

How much time will I need each week?

The course is designed for about 3 weeks of self-paced learning. Most learners can progress with short, regular study blocks and use module-end quizzes to check understanding.

Will I get a certificate after completing the course?

Yes. On passing the online assessment, you receive the WTF Academy certificate and 4 WTF Academy credits.

Does this course help with gym career opportunities?

This course adds a useful nutrition specialisation for trainers and gym staff. Eligible learners can access placement support across the WTF gym network.

What is included if I get stuck?

The course is online and self-paced, with in-depth written lessons and module-end quizzes so you can revise concepts and check your understanding as you move ahead.

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