Overview:

The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics is a 1-year course run by  several universities across India and is divided into 2 semesters. The purpose of this program is to provide the necessary skills and background knowledge in the areas of nutrition and dietetics so that the student is able to pursue a rewarding career in the field of health and wellness. The curriculum covers everything from nutrition to diet planning to health promotion so that graduates will be able to help people and communities live at their highest level of health through good nutritional habits.

Nutrition and dietetics professionals play a key role in promoting healthy eating habits and meeting nutritional needs in order to prevent and control disease. This hands-on curriculum consists of such courses as human nutrition, diet therapy, community nutrition, and food science. Students will acquire practical experience with dietary assessment methods, meal planning, and nutritional counseling strategies.

National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) Level - 5
 

Course Curriculum

The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics is a diploma program that combines theory and practical work. The core subjects encompass:

1. Human nutrition and metabolism
2. Diet Therapy and Medical Nutrition Management
3. Community Nutrition and Public Health
4. Food Science and Technology
5. Meal Planning and Dietary Assessment
6. Nutritional Counseling and Communication Skills
7. Food safety and hygiene
8. Research methods in nutrition and dietetics
9. Nutritional Biochemistry
10. Nutrition for Special Populations (such as children, the elderly, and athletes).

Career Opportunities

Alumni of the Nutrition and Dietetics major find jobs in many different fields, such as:.

1. Clinical Dietitian
2. Nutrition Consultant
3. Public Health Nutritionist
4. Food Service Manager
5. Sports Nutritionist
6. Community health educator
7. Researcher in Nutrition and Dietetics
8. Health and Wellness Coach
9. Dietetic Technician
10. Corporate Wellness Coordinator

Due to the following areas, there is also an increasing demand for trained professionals in this area of nutrition and dietetics.

1. Hospitals and Clinics
2. Organisations Working in Public Health
3. Food and Beverage Industry
4. Educational Institutions
5. Sports and Fitness Centers
6. Corporate Wellness Programs
7. Government Health Departments
8. NGOs (Non-Governmental Organisations)
9. Research Institutions
10. Private Practice and Consulting
     

A student having a Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics can command an average salary ranging from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 50,000 depending on the nature of work and experience. The above major presents an extremely strong base for a very successful career in dietetics and nutrition with many different options for moving up and specialisation.