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Gut Microbiome Management


Gut Microbiome Management

Course Code BSC311
Qualification Statement of Attainment
Payment Options Upfront & Payment Plans
Delivery Online & Correspondence
Duration 100

This is a life changing online course that teaches management of the gut microbiome for superior wellbeing.


 

Learn to manage the gut microbiome for improved health outcomes, with practical strategies and approaches to health.

Aims:
• recognise signs of dysbiosis - where the gut microbiome is not efficient or is out of balance.
• understand how the microbiome functions
• come up with strategies and approaches which can be implemented into a focused plan for improving health
• Describe how genetics influence the gut microbiome and how the use of metagenomics and metabolomics has enhanced our understanding of its functioning.
• Distinguish influencing factors on microbial colonies, which produce good or bad outcomes on human health.
• Explain how the gut can be managed to achieve good health, thus avoiding dysbiosis.
• Distinguish common diseases of the GI tract, the role of immunity in fighting gastrointestinal disease and advances in microbiome treatments of disease.
• Explain the effect diet and nutrition has on the gut microbiome.
• Explain the gut-brain axis and how it affects our mood, behaviour, and mental health.
• Analyse and combine theory with functional strategies to enhance microbiome diversity and abundance.

Gut microbiome management is for people who:

  • need more energy
  • suffer chronic pain conditions
  • have disturbed sleep
  • experience low immune responses
  • experience digestive discomfort
  • suffer autoimmune disorders
  • are stressed or overwhelmed
  • have mood disturbance
  • practice restrictive diets or fasting

Course Outline

There are 8 lessons in this course:

  1. Scope and Nature of the Human Gut Microbiome
  • The Tract, Stomach, Small Intestine, Large Intestine
  • How the Gut Microbiome is Established (Birth and Breastfeeding)
  • Maintaining the Gut Microbiome as Adults
  • Diet, Nutrition, Lifestyle and Other Factors
  • The Gut Microbiome Effect
  • Contribution to Metabolic Function
  • Protect Against Pathogens
  • Educating the Immune System
  • Gut Microbe Disruption and Dysbiosis
  1. Genetics, Metagenomics and Metabolomics
  • Bioinformatics and Microbiome Heritability
  • Technologies and Metabolomics
  • Bacteria Metabolism and Short-Chain Fatty Acids
  • Organic Acids and Vitamins
  • DNA Sequencing Technologies
  • Next Generation Sequencing
  • Applications of PCR and DNA Sequencing
  • Metagenomics
  • Samples and Sampling Techniques and
  • Considerations
  • The Human Microbiome Project
  • Bacterial Genomic Contribution to Human Survival
  1. Diversity and Characteristics of Biota
  • A fine balance - beneficial and detrimental biota
  • Prebiotics and Probiotics (Natural & Supplements)
  • Synbiotics and Types of Bacteria
  • Understanding Microbe Classification
  • Major Bacterial Phylum Present in the Gut
  • Actinobacteria, Bacteroidetes, Firmicutes
  • Proteobacteria
  • Bad Biota and Nurturing a Healthy Gut
  1. Maintaining the Gut Environment
  • Managing the Large Intestine
  • Diarrhoea, Digestion & Gut Dysbiosis
  • Microbiome Hormones, Imbalances and Allergies
  • Inflammation - Function and Process
  • Biosensors and Gut Health Treatment
  • Probiotics and Other Supplements
  • Nutrition-based Interventions
  • Lifestyle Practices including Stress
  • Faecal Microbiota Transplant
  1. Diseases and Immunity
  • Immunity and Types of Resistance
  • Phagocytes and Natural Killer Cells
  • The Inflammatory Response
  • Nausea, Vomiting and Digestive Disorders
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
  • Diverticulitis and Polyps
  • Fungi and Bacteriophages - Treatment in Disease
  • Beyond Traditional Probiotics, Future Research
  1. Managing Diet and Nutrition
  • Homeostasis and Microbiota
  • How Nutrition affects Homeostasis
  • Function Foods and Gut Health
  • Fermented and Prebiotic Foods
  • Probiotics, Plant Foods and Polyphenols
  • Fibre, Dairy Produce and the Importance of Water
  • Water Absorption & Practical Ways to Improve the Gut
  • Supplements, Gut Transit Time & Coeliac Disease
  • Intermittent Fasting & Microbial Activity
  1. The Gut-Brain-Axis
  • What Are Pyschobiotics and their Animal Research?
  • Probiotics and The Gut-Brain Axis
  • The Interaction Between the Mind and Body
  • Neurotransmitters, Tryptophan and Serotonin
  • GABA and Stress Hormones
  • Human Research on Psychobiotics
  • Findings on Depression and Anxiety
  • Pyschobiotics and Other Mental Health Conditions
  • Issues with Pyschobiotic Research and the Future of them
  • The Future of Psychobiotics
  1. Applications of Gut Microbiome Management
  • Cultivate and Grow the Gut Microbiome
  • Pre-Schoolers and Young Children
  • Behaviour and Temperament
  • Sleep Disturbance
  • Cognition and Learning
  • Teenagers, Young Adults & Adults
  • Endocrine system support supporting hormonal changes
  • Immunity, Autoimmune (conditions) & Stress
  • Arthritis & Pain Management
  • Grief and Emotional Disturbances
  • Eating to Improve Microbiota
  • Other Strategies to Enhance Microbiota

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Finance options

If you are an Irish citizen you may be eligible to receive financial support, meaning you can defer payment of your course fees. Additionally, if you are a resident of Ireland, you may also be eligible to receive a student grant under the Student Grant Scheme

Student support

We live in a society where the pressures of daily living are high with financial expenses, personal and work commitments, and mortgage and rental obligations. Then there are the unexpected life challenges that also get thrown our way. With this in mind the thought of taking on study can be daunting for most people. Here at Learning Cloud we understand that life doesn’t run in a straight line it has many ups and downs.

As an enrolled student at Learning Cloud, you are entitled to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Services Unit. These supports are designed to walk beside you throughout your studies they will assist you in life’s ups and downs to provide you the best opportunity to successfully complete your chosen course.

STUDENT SERVICES PROGRAMS INCLUDE:

  • Careers Counselling Service
  • General Counselling Service
  • Disability Liaison Service
  • Retention & Engagement Service
  • Student Activities
  • Accommodation
  • E Counselling
  • Your-Tutor
  • Parent support
  • Reasonable Adjustment Plan (RAP)

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How will this course advance my career?

Learning Cloud programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks and Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Studies prove, time and again, that college-educated workers earn more than those with only a high school qualification. College graduates often enjoy additional benefits, including greater job opportunities and promotions. Though the proof for greater earning potential exists, some might wonder whether the cost of the education warrants the overall expense in the long run.

College Graduate vs. Non-Graduate Earnings

The National Centre for Education Statistics (NCES) analyses employee earnings data biennially, according to education level. Findings indicate that workers with a qualification earn significantly more than those without. Since the mid-1980s, education has played a large part in potential wages, with bachelor's degree holders taking home an average of 66% more than those with only a high school diploma do. While college-educated workers' wages have increased over the past two decades, those with only a high school education have seen decreases in annual salaries in the same time period (nces.ed.gov).

How else will I benefit from studying with Learning Cloud?

  • Studying online or distance means you can study where you want and at your own pace.
  • Receive career-focused training with practical, hands-on learning.
  • All course materials are provided and all digital platforms are interactive, work on any device and designed to be fun.
  • Recognition of Prior Learning or Skills Recognition may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.

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