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American University's online Certificate in Nutrition Education can prepare you for continued success in the nutrition and public health fields. Designed for students with a bachelor's degree who want to earn a valuable credential fast, this program can be completed in one year.

As a student, you will learn from expert faculty as you study from anywhere in a flexible format designed for working adults. Develop your knowledge of nutrition education, programming, and policy and prepare to address food and nutrition-related issues in a wide range of roles.

Coursework Details

American's online Certificate in Nutrition Education consists of six courses delivered 100% online. Electives are built into the curriculum for a customizable learning experience.

This 18-credit program gives you the skills to translate research and theory into practice, providing a deep understanding of nutrition approaches and health recommendations throughout the lifecycle. Most students finish the program in 12 months.

If you decide to continue your education with a master's degree before you've completed 12 credits of certificate coursework, you can transfer all of your credits into American's online Master of Science in Nutrition Education program. Contact an admissions adviser for complete details.

Core courses (12 credits)

HLTH 610 Life Cycle Nutrition (3) This course explores the role of nutrition through the entire life span. Beginning with conception, pregnancy, early childhood feeding, adolescence, adulthood, and the elderly, each lifecycle is discussed with an understanding of the physiological changes and their implications for nutritional factors. Special emphasis is placed on using this information in nutritional education programming.

HLTH 630 Nutrition Education Methods (3) In this course, students explore the current status of nutrition and nutrition education in the United States and identify the factors that influence nutrition status. Students learn to perform a needs assessment and design and implement educational strategies.

HLTH 645 Nutrition for Health (3) The role of nutrition in maintaining health and physical fitness is studied in relation to the responsibilities and opportunities of a nutrition educator. Current food myths, diets for those in athletic programs, and special needs of overweight and underweight clients are included.

HLTH 655 Vitamins and Minerals (3) This course explores the role of vitamins and minerals in maintaining cellular health through biochemical and physiological mechanisms. Topics provide an in-depth view of specific vitamins and minerals as well as effective ways to translate this information toward efforts for the prevention of chronic disease.

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HLTH 525 Health in the School Environment (3) Examine the promotion of healthy behaviors and beliefs in the school setting from early childhood through higher education based on the Center for Disease Control's Division of Adolescent and School Health coordinated school health program model.

HLTH 530 Sports Nutrition (3) This course allows students to translate theory into practice and to relate content to fitness and sports. Included are topics on weight and body composition, eating disorders, and guidelines through proper nutrition. The material covered gives students a comprehensive knowledge of nutrition for use in complementary fields focusing on sport and exercise.

HLTH 570 Strategies for Weight Control (3) This course is designed to address the strategies used to assist in reversing the obesity epidemic. Students gain an understanding of the trends of obesity, risk factors associated with being overweight, and chronic disease patterns. Further, strategies of proper weight management are explored on an individual and societal level, looking at current diet trends and evaluating their health implications.

HLTH 625 Nutrition Epidemiology & Research Methods (3) In this course, students learn how to design, implement, and analyze studies involving nutrition-disease associations. Research methods and challenges are assessed in relation to epidemiology, focusing specifically on food and nutrition.

HLTH 640 Nutrition Program Design (3) Nutrition Program Design introduces students to advanced principles in program planning for nutrition education activities. Building on nutrition education methods, this course emphasizes the development, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition programs to effectively reduce the risk factors associated with chronic disease and improve health.

HLTH 641 Health Communication (3) This course addresses distinct forms of delivering health promotion messages to consumers, professionals, and large groups through various communication methods and social marketing. The course is divided into three modules, covering health coaching, mass health communication, and consumer health writing, and public speaking. Students have the opportunity to coach individuals, advocate for a health issue, or give a presentation on a health-related topic.

HLTH 650 Behavior Change in Health Promotion (3) This course provides students with an overview of the theory and application for assisting individuals and groups change lifestyle behaviors related to health promotion. Includes cognitive behavior techniques to change lifestyle behaviors such as smoking, obesity, stress, or diet for the reduction of chronic disease risk. Students deepen their understanding of select theories and practices necessary for effective health behavior change.

Program Outcomes and Career Opportunities

When you earn your graduate certificate in nutrition education from American, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate scientific knowledge in nutrition, consistent with health recommendations, throughout the lifecycle.
• Translate nutrition research and theoretical nutrition concepts into practice.
• Develop programming and intervention skills related to nutrition.

Graduates of this program are qualified for nutrition-based roles in government, community agencies, schools, nonprofits, businesses, and more. You might also work for departments of health, health clubs, or on a consulting basis. Nutrition education specialists earn an average of $51,193 per year. 1

The online certificate in nutrition includes coursework that may be applied to the Certified Nutrition Specialist ®™ credential. Additional CNS requirements include a master's or doctoral degree and coursework in biochemistry, anatomy/physiology, clinical/life sciences, and behavioral science, as well as supervised practice experience.

1  Payscale.com. Average Nutrition Education Specialist Salary. Retrieved from https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Nutrition_Education_Specialist/Salary.

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Diploma in Dietetics & Nutrition Distance Education

This blog aims to explore the opportunities to pursue Nutritionist and Dietitian courses from Distance Learning mode/ Online learning modes and the conventional mode.

This blog aims to explore the opportunities to pursue Nutritionist and Dietitian courses from Distance Learning mode/ Online learning modes and the conventional mode. 

It is an adage that health is wealth. Sound health depends on the intake of a balanced diet comprising proteins, fats and carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins. 

The Nutritionist and Dietitian course equips the learners with the knowledge and skills about the 

human physiology and culinary/food science. 

Nutritionist and Dietitian courses in India are very popular as the proud diploma and degree holders hold the important positions of Dietitian in Hospitals, public health clinics and sports stadia. 

The Nutritionist and Dietitian courses enable the learners to play a very crucial role in the speedy recovery of the patients post-surgery/procedure.

Nutritionist and Dietitian courses are aligned to the Indian System of Medicine which attaches importance to taking a particular kind of food for ensuring quick recovery from ailments.  

Nutritionist and Dietitian courses are, therefore, relevant in allopathic treatment, ayurvedic treatment, homoeopathic treatment, yoga and naturopathy, Siddha and Sowa Rigpa(Amchi).

In fact the Indian System of medicine places much reliance on both the quantity and quality of intake of food.

Well-trained and qualified Nutritionists and Dietitians following Nutritionist and Dietitian courses have bright prospects for Nutritionists and Dietitians in India in public health clinics, hospitals, and nursing homes. 

Nutritionist and Dietitian courses provide learners with a sound knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of human beings and food science.

For pursuing the Nutritionist and Dietitian courses, the basic knowledge and understanding of the subjects of Physics, Chemistry and Biology at the Senior Secondary Level i.e. 10+2, is the primary Eligibility for a diploma in Dietetics.

The duration of a Diploma course in Nutrition and Health Education varies from University to University.

Option of doing B.Sc. (Nutrition and Dietetics): 

Lovely professional university:.

Lovely Professional University(LPU) offers a B.Sc. (Nutrition and Dietetics), a 3-year (6 Semesters)Nutritionist and Dietitian course/degree program. 

The Nutritionist and Dietitian courses equip students with the knowledge and understanding of designing and developing diet plans, human physiology, the importance of a balanced diet and good health, and exposure to nutritional surveys for carrying out analytical nutritional assessment. 

Nutritionists impress upon individuals to take a balanced diet and lead a quality life, full of health, vigour and vitality.

Eligibility Criteria for Undergraduate Nutritionist and Dietitian Course.

A candidate should have passed 10+2 (with English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Biotechnology) or equivalent, Pass with 60% aggregate marks subject to qualifying LPUNEST.

For candidates, who have not studied English as a subject, the requirement for English can be waived by the LPU, provided the candidate has studied in English medium in the 10+2 examination. (5% relaxation to North-East states and Sikkim candidates or Defence Personnel and their Dependents or Wards of Kashmiri Migrants)

The candidates can appear in the entrance qualifying examination (LPUNEST exam) conducted by the Lovely Professional University  Online in a web-proctored environment from the comfort of their homes. 

Admission Criteria for the Nutritionist and Dietitian course :

Admission to the B.Sc (Nutrition and Dietetics), a 3-year (6 Semesters) degree program is based on merit in the LPUNEST examination conducted by the Lovely Professional University, subject to fulfilling the eligibility criteria.

Course fee for Nutrition and Dietitian programme: Rs. 80000/  (per semester)

Scholarships offered by LPU for Course fees for Nutrition and Dietitian programme- B.Sc. (Nutrition and Dietetics)

The Nutritionist and Dietitian course curriculum : 

This programme has both the theory and the practical components.

Placements: The candidates after earning the B.Sc (Nutrition and Dietetics), a 3-year (6 Semesters)degree, on average earn a package of more than Rs. 7 lakhs per annum. The dedicated placement cell of the LPU helps candidates secure good job placements.

Distance Education Learning Mode & Online Learning Mode:  

IGNOU : 

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) offers through its School of Continuing Education (SOCE), a Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education (DNHE) of a minimum duration of one year. 

Indira Gandhi National Open University New Delhi has been established by Subsection (2) of Section (1) of the IGNOU Act, 1985 (50 of 1985).

IGNOU is entitled to award its own degrees/diplomas.

The duration of a Diploma course in Nutrition and Health Education:

The duration of a Diploma course in Nutrition and Health Education is one year but you could take three years depending on your convenience. The programme is offered in English and Hindi. 

Eligibility for diploma in Dietetics : 

Candidates who have completed 10+2 or its equivalent or BPP from IGNOU are eligible for the programme.

There is neither a minimum age nor a maximum age bar prescribed in the Eligibility for Diploma in Dietetics.

The Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education equips the candidates with knowledge about nutrition and public health. It also enables them to develop skills in communicating nutrition and health-related information to the community.

One credit is equivalent to 30 hours of learning commitment. 8 credit courses should take you 240 study hours & the entire programme would take 240 x 4 = 960 hours of your study time.

Diploma Course Fee: Rs. 3,000

Course curriculum :

COURSE I: DNHE-1 Nutrition for the Community (8 Credits)

Block 1 : Basic Concepts in Nutrition-I

Unit 1 Food, Nutrition and Health

Unit 2 Macronutrients-I: Carbohydrates and Water

Unit 3 Macronutrients-II: Proteins and Lipids

Block 2: Basic Concepts in Nutrition-II

Unit 4 Macronutrients I: Vitamins

Unit 5 Macronutrients II: Minerals

Unit 6 Planning Balanced Diets

Block 3 : Meal Planning

Unit 7 Principles of Meal Planning and Meal Planning for the Adult

Unit 8 Meal Planning for Pregnant and Lactating Women

Unit 9 Meal Planning for Infants and Preschoolers

Unit 10 Meal Planning for the School Child and Adolescent

Block 4 : Effective Utilisation of Food Resources

Unit 11 Food Budgeting

Unit 12 Food Selection-I

Unit 13 Food Selection II

Unit 14 Food Storage

Unit 15 Food Preservation and Other Methods of Maximization of Nutritional Benefit

Unit 16 Food Safety

Block 5 : Nutrition-Related Disorders

Unit 17 Major Deficiency Diseases-I: PEM and Xerophthalmia

Unit 18 Major Deficiency Diseases-II: Anaemia and Iodine Deficiency Disorders

Unit 19 Other Nutritional Problems

Unit 20 Nutrition and Infection

Unit 21 Dietary Management of Obesity, Coronary Heart Disease and Diabetes Mellitus

Unit 22 Maternal Malnutrition

Block 6 : Nutrition Programmes

Unit 23 Nutrient Deficiency Control

Unit 24 Supplementary Feeding Programmes

Unit 25 Assessment of Nutritional Status

Practical Manual Part - I (2 credits)

Section 1 Weights and Measures

Section 2 Finding Nutritive Value of Foodstuffs

Section 3 Methods of Cooking

Section 4 Regional Meal Patterns

Section 5 Planning Diets-I

Section 6 Planning Diets-II

COURSE II : DNHE-2 Public Health & Hygiene (8 credits)

Block 1 : Health Indicators

Unit 1 Population Dynamics and Epidemiology

Unit 2 Family Planning Programme

Unit 3 Asian Perspectives on Health and Quality of Life

Block 2: Environmental Sanitation and Safety

Unit 4 Agents of Contamination

Unit 5 Water Supply and Waste Disposal

Unit 6 Personal Hygiene

Unit 7 Public and Home Safety

Block 3: Dietary Management of Disease

Unit 8 Diet in Disease: Basic Principles

Unit 9 Dietary Management of Nutrition-related Disorders and Associated Problems

Unit 10 Dietary Management of Disorders of Non-nutritional Origin

Block 4: Food-borne Diseases, Food Infections and Intoxications

Unit 11 Common Food-borne Diseases-I

Unit 12 Common Food-borne Diseases-II

Unit 13 Parasitic Infestations

Unit 14 Food Infections and Intoxications

Block 5: Common Infections and Infectious Diseases

Unit 15 Measles, Tuberculosis and Whooping Cough

Unit 16 Diphtheria, Tetanus and Poliomyelitis

Unit 17 Malaria

Unit 18 Skin, Eye and Ear Infections

Block 6: Public Health

Unit 19 Primary Health Care-I: Concept and Organization

Unit 20 Primary Health Care-II: Current Status in India

Unit 21 Primary Health Care-III: Delivery of Services

Unit 22 Health Programmes

Unit 23 Income Generation Programmes

Unit 24 Environmental Protection

Practical Manual Part II

(2 credits)

COURSE III : DNHE-3 Nutrition & Health Education

Block 1: Nutrition and Health Status of the Community

Unit 1 Learning and Working with the Community

Unit 2 Community Nutrition and Health

Unit 3 Factors Influencing Community Health and Nutrition

Block 2: Themes and Messages in Nutrition and Health Education

Unit 4 Themes in Nutrition Education

Unit 5 Themes in Health Education

Unit 6 Messages in Nutrition and Health Education

Block 3: Methods of Communication in Nutrition and Health Education

Unit 7 Group Communication Methods

Unit 8 Mass Communication Media

Unit 9 Presentation of Selected Communication Media

Unit 10 Non-machine Media-Planning and Preparation

Unit 11 Machine Operated Devices-Planning and Preparation

Block 4: Approaches in Nutrition and Health Education

Unit 12 Traditional Approaches

Unit 13 Presentation of Traditional Approaches

Unit 14 Modem Approaches

Unit 15 Presentation of Modern Approaches

Block 5: Community Strategies in Nutrition and Health Education

Unit 16 Individual Strategies

Unit 17 Community Strategies

Unit 18 Presentation of the Operation of Selected Strategies

Block 6: Nutrition Programmes

Unit 19 Past and Present Nutrition Programmes

Unit 20 Nutrition Education Programmes-Planning, Implementation and Evaluation

Unit 21 Organizing Successful Nutrition and Health Programmes: Selected Process Models

Practical Manual Part- III (2 Credits)

COURSE IV : DNHE-4 Project Work- Nutrition & Health Education (8 Credits)

Ten Counselling sessions have been prescribed for  DNHE-l, DNHE-2 & DNHE-3. For the DNHE-4 (Project Work) no separate counselling sessions have been provided. Depending on the need, individual counselling sessions will be conducted.

Foreign Universities : 

Universities in the USA like Johnson & Wales University offer Dietetics and Applied Nutrition- a bachelor of science degree program, a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) which is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).

This is a four-year program that leads to earning a bachelor of science degree.

The Dietetics and Applied Nutrition degree program meets the education standards provided by ACEND.

This program prepares students for entry into a variety of positions in the fields of clinical, community, food service and health promotion. Prospects of Nutritionists and Dietitians in India are bright but in foreign countries, it is much a lucrative programme. 

On successful completion of the bachelor’s degree program (Total credits 122) and the receipt of a DPD verification statement, students apply to a supervised practice program to qualify to take the national credentialing exam so as to become a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist RD/RDN in the United States.

Conclusion Of Diploma In Nutritionist and Dietitian

The candidates who have passed 10+2 (with subjects of English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Biotechnology) or equivalent have the opportunity to take the position of Nutritionist and Dietitian in various institutions in India and abroad. 

IGNOU offers a Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education (DNHE) both in Distance Learning mode and Online learning mode. 

The seasoned counsellors of the Distance Pathshala provide material guidance to students aspiring to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Open and distance Learning modes and Online learning modes.

The students get the freedom and flexibility to learn at their own pace at an affordable cost. 

The degrees earned through the Online and distance Learning modes from the UGC entitled Universities are equivalent to the degrees earned through the conventional mode. 

Students must feel free to contact the expert counsellors of Distance Pathshala to secure admission to the UG/PG Online & Distance Learning programmes from the reputed and well-recognised Online Universities in India. 

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Distance Dietetic Program

Designed to be accessible for students who have employment and/or family commitments that preclude participating in a full-time on-campus experience.

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The University of Northern Colorado offers a distance-based track of the ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) called the Distance Dietetic Program (DDP). Students complete the same curriculum as our on-campus program, however, it is designed to be more accessible for students particularly those who have employment and/or family commitments that preclude participating in a full-time on-campus experience. The distance track offers 15 courses online; the rest of the required courses are taken at a regionally accredited institution where you live or on-line and they transfer in. You may desire to complete your bachelor’s degree in dietetics or, if you already have a bachelor’s degree, you may choose to obtain a second bachelor’s degree or a certificate. Successful completion of the distance dietetics track will enable you to apply for dietetic internships and graduate schools on your path to becoming a registered dietitian nutritionist. 

The UNC Dietetic faculty will advise you regarding which courses you have taken or are planning to take will fulfill the requirements for distance completion of the Didactic Program in Dietetics. They will help you design your schedule of pre-requisite courses to take in preparation for enrollment in the on-line courses. You may begin taking courses in a Distance Dietetic Program cohort if you have taken the Dietetics pre-requisites, you have been advised by your advisor, you meet the 3.0 or above grade point average requirement and there is space available in the courses. If you do not already have a Bachelor's degree, or if you plan to pursue a second Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, you can complete your first three years of coursework at a campus close to you and the last 30 credits online with UNC.

The Dietetics Program at UNC is accredited as a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics . Completion of UNC’s DPD is the first step on the pathway to becoming a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) or dietetic technician, registered (DTR). The steps to become an RDN are:

• Complete a bachelor's degree and receive a verification statement from an ACEND-accredited program ( Didactic Program in Dietetics, Coordinated Program, Future Graduate Program, Foreign or International Dietitian Education Program ) Note, effective January 1, 2024, a graduate degree will be required to be eligible to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration. ( Dietetic registration exam .)
• Complete an ACEND-accredited supervised practice  dietetic internship program  or  Individual Supervised Practice Pathway  is an option. Supervised practice/experiential learning is combined with the  Coordinated Program, Future Graduate Program, and International Dietitian Education Program .
• Pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration's dietetic  registration exam .
• Gain  licensure  in your state of practice, if applicable.
• Maintain  continuing education .

Beginning January 1, 2024, the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) has changed the degree requirement for dietitian registration eligibility from a Bachelor's degree to a Master's degree (in any field) in addition to the current requirement of a verification statement from an ACEND accredited dietetics program.  For more information, see Graduate Degree Registration Eligibility Requirement Frequently Asked Questions and Graduate Degree Registration Eligibility Requirement Student Option Scenarios .

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Credits Required:

DPD-Only Certificate: 30 courses (15 provided by UNC) BS: A minimum of 120 credits including the DPD courses

Time to Completion:

5 terms (18 months)

$484 /credit hour (Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024)

Delivery Options:

Online program starts each summer term

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We will be accepting applications August through July for the Fall cohort.

Eligibility for online programs by state of residence.

The University of Northern Colorado has been approved by Colorado to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education. Through this membership, we adhere to established standards for distance higher education and are authorized to serve students from all 49 NC-SARA participating states.

Entry-Level Registration Eligibility Requirements Update

The Commission on Dietetic Registration website provides information regarding the plan and timeline to initiate the new entry-level practice requirements of earning an advanced degree along with completing supervised practice and taking a registration exam.

Learn more The new requirements will take effect January 1, 2024. Those who become Registered Dietitians before this time will be allowed to practice without an advanced degree.

The Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) at the University of Northern Colorado is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) and adheres to the knowledge, skills, and competencies described by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics

Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics is a 1-year course in the field of home science that focuses on clinical nutrition and dietary management.

Last date of submitting applications: 9th September 2021

Batch Commencement Date: 17th January 2022

Last date of submitting applications: 12th Apr'24

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Good health has always been one of the prominent foundations of successful life choices. In a fast-paced modern lifestyle, most of us tend to ignore the right nutrition habits that can induce severe health risks over a period of time. Looking at the increasing medical issues in the working life, Nutrition and Dietetics have emerged as one of the most rewarding and booming career choices. So, if you are planning to make a career in this unconventional field, join the industry leaders to learn the broader aspects of the nutrition industry.

• Duration- 1 Year
• Live Virtual Classes
• On-Demand Video Lectures
• Recorded Lectures
• Practical Projects
• Industry Expert Mentoring
• Brainstorming Session
• Networking Platform
• Downloadable Content / E-Workbooks
• Self-paced Learning
• Placement Assistance
• E-Certification

In this course, you will be well equipped with the in-depth knowledge of diverse aspects of nutrition and dietetics like the nutrition management for weight, methods of cooking, exchange list & menu planning, food commodities and safety and many other such aspects that will aid you in carving a rewarding career as a Nutritionist and Dietician in the industry like Healthcare Industry, Nutrition Industry, Sports Arena, Dietetics Industry Healthcare Industry as a Health Coach, Nutritional Therapist and profiles like Personal Nutritionist etc.

• Basic knowledge of Health and Nutrition
• A background in Life Sciences is an added advantage
• A compassionate attitude to understand the diet needs of clients
• Persuasion skills to influence the nutrition habits of people

Nutritionist Career Prospects

The course will make you market-ready for pursuing a career in Nutrition and Dietetics in the Health and Wellness industry. You can carve a career in the following profiles:

Health Coach

Clinical Dietician

Nutrition Educator

Nutrition Therapist

Personal Nutritionist

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An offer letter would be rolled out to the select few candidates to join the online Nutritionist course. Secure your seat by paying the admission fee.

Our Admissions will close once the requisite number of learners enroll for the upcoming batch. Apply early to secure your seat.

Batch Commencement: 13th April 2024

Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics Course Synopis

Pick up the most required fundamentals to enter the industry of Nutritionist and Dietetics

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Introduce Yourself

Definition of food

Introduction to food groups

Functions of food (physiological, psychological and social)

Terms related to food

What are nutrients

Classification of nutrients in various food groups

Concept of health

Healthcare team

Interrelationship of health and food

Dry cooking

Effect of heat

Different ways to preserve nutrients

Vitamins (Water Soluble and Fat Soluble)

Minerals (Calcium, Sodium, Potassium, Iron, Iodine)

Organisation of the human body

Circulatory System

Digestive system

Blood and its components

Excretory system

Respiratory system

Metabolism at Cellular Level

Regulation of Metabolism

Inborn errors in Metabolism

Concepts of Energy, BMR, BMI Energy balance

All About Balanced Diet

Diet during infancy

Diet during pre school

Diet during school

Diet during adolescence

Diet during adulthood

Diet during old age

Diet During Special Needs (Pregnancy and Lactation)

Different hospital diets and their feeding methods

Diet Modification In General Diseased Conditions

Concept and scope of public nutrition

Nutritional Problems and Programs in India

Methods of nutritional assessment

Understanding Various Forms of Diet

Fast Foods and Reading their Labels

Supplements (Natural and Artificial)

Food service units and Types of Equipment

Menu planning and Food Production Process

Personnel Management

Financial management

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The graduate programs offer advanced study in human nutrition. As described below, Master of Science (MS) degree programs are available for students who do, or do not, have undergraduate preparation in nutrition. Some programs incorporate the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and/or a Dietetic Internship (DI). The DPD and the DI are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995; 312-899-0040, ext. 5400.

The Boston University DI is a 29-week, 6-credit course requiring payment of tuition. In addition, a $1,000 fee must be paid to the hospital site. Boston University also has preselect partnerships with standalone DI programs. Students admitted to a preselect partnership program will complete the MS in Nutrition at BU first. After successful completion of the MS, students will complete the DI at the standalone DI program. Start dates, length of DI, rotation schedule, and fees vary based on the DI site. A car may also be necessary to get to the DI site. 

Learning Outcomes

• Evaluate an individual or environmental-level intervention/policy for nutritionally related disease reduction.
• Demonstrate the ability to interpret current research in nutrition and health.
• Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate media communications with nutrition and disease claims for evidence-based nutrition science content.

Programs of Study

Students interested in advanced study of nutrition science can apply to one of the three MS nutrition program tracks. All MS nutrition program tracks offer core coursework to provide advanced education in nutrition science. All tracks offer a choice between a medical or public health model course to explore prevention of nutrition-related disease risk. In the two-semester MS program, students choose a nutrition-related concentration to complement their study of nutrition science. Upon admission, students (in conjunction with their academic advisor) work to identify a concentration and then propose this to the program faculty, who then approve the student’s curriculum plan. Common concentrations include communications, public health, behavior, and sports and performance.

In the MS nutrition program tracks that include the BU dietetic internship, students are automatically placed in the clinical concentration. This is because accreditation requirements for the dietetic internship require coursework included in that concentration. In the MS nutrition program tracks that include a preselect DI partnership, students may be automatically placed in the clinical concentration based on their DI requirements, or they may choose a nutrition-related concentration based on their DI requirements.

Program Track for Students Interested in Graduate-Level Studies in Nutrition with or without Undergraduate Preparation in Nutrition

Students with or without undergraduate preparation in nutrition who have already earned the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential, or those who are interested in graduate-level study in human nutrition combined with a concentration, should pursue the two-semester MS program. This track does not lead to the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential.

Program Track for Students with Undergraduate Preparation in Nutrition

Students interested in the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential and a career in clinical nutrition/counseling who have received a Didactic Program in Dietetics or Foreign Dietitian Education Verification Statement should pursue the MS (clinical concentration)+BU DI or one of our BU MS+Preselect Standalone DI Partnership Programs. In these programs, the MS must be completed before entry into the DI. Specific admission requirements are listed below. For students in the BU MS+BU DI, the 29-week, full-time DI begins in either June or January following successful completion of the MS program. Students in one of the BU MS+Preselect Standalone DI Partnership Programs shall refer to the standalone DI site policies regarding start date and length of program.

Program Track for Students Who Are Seeking the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Credential but Do Not Have Undergraduate Preparation in Nutrition

Students without undergraduate preparation in nutrition who are interested in obtaining an MS degree and credentialing as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) should apply to the DPD/MS (clinical concentration)+DI program, which begins in September. In this track, students maintaining satisfactory academic progress in coursework will receive the appropriate Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) Verification Statement and will be preselected into the DI. Specific admission requirements are listed below. The 29-week, full-time DI begins in January or June following successful completion of the five-semester DPD/MS program.

Advanced Study in Nutrition Science

All programs prepare graduates to critically evaluate and implement the results of current research, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students study with faculty involved in research, education, administration, professional practice, communication, and consulting. As part of their program, students develop a research proposal and have the opportunity to complete a practicum. Past practicum sites have included large urban hospitals, as part of a nutrition support team; private practice focused on nutrition for athletes; clinical research centers at large teaching hospitals; outpatient cardiovascular clinics at suburban teaching hospitals; and the offices of a nationally distributed nutrition newsletter.

The BU DI has clinical sites at major teaching and community hospitals in the greater Boston area. Students may need a car to get to a clinical site. The clinical sites provide excellent opportunities for students to observe and participate in a wide variety of specialties, such as nutrition support, pediatrics, oncology, nephrology, cardiology, diabetes, surgical care, outpatient counseling, food service, and management. Sites include our preselect partnership programs at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center , Delicious Living Nutrition , and Massachusetts General Hospital .

Depending on their program, graduates pursue careers in a wide variety of settings. Clinical environments could include medical and surgical services of hospitals, outpatient clinics, cardiac rehabilitation centers, and private practices. Graduates could also work in the fitness/wellness industry, the pharmaceutical industry, public health, or as consultants to professional sports teams, corporations, and restaurants, or go on to doctoral or medical/dental/veterinary programs.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should refer to the appropriate program track website below for the most up-to-date admission requirements and application deadlines:

• Master of Science in Nutrition (two semesters)
• Master of Science in Nutrition (clinical concentration) + Dietetic Internship (MS+DI)
• Didactic Program in Dietetics/Master of Science in Nutrition (clinical concentration) + Dietetic Internship (DPD/MS+DI)

Degree Requirements

Students are eligible to receive a Master of Science upon completion of a minimum of 32 credits of coursework at the 700 level and above*. At least 25 credits must be taken at Boston University as a degree candidate. Required courses for each program are listed below.

An overall grade point average of B (3.0) or higher must be attained in graduate-level (700-level or above) classes. In graduate courses, no grade below C is acceptable for credit. Additionally, the maximum number of credits with a C or C+ in courses 700 level or above is 8 credits.

SAR HS 704 and SAR HS 811 are tied to the Dietetic Internship. In order to proceed into the Dietetic Internship, students must receive a passing grade for these courses (B– or above). SAR HS 811 is graded on a Pass/Fail basis. Failure to receive a passing grade in SAR HS 811 will prohibit entry into the Dietetic Internship.

A student may complete any of the academic programs on a full- or part-time basis. The DI must be completed on a full-time basis. All programs must be completed within seven years of matriculation.

*NOTE: SAR HS 540 Nutrition for Sports and Performance is the only exception as this course DOES count toward the 32 credits required for completion of any/all of the MS degree programs.

Information Specific to the DPD/MS (clinical concentration)+DI

The DPD/MS (clinical concentration) is a five-semester program. In the Curricula section below, courses are classified based on whether they meet DPD requirements, MS requirements, or both. All DPD Professional courses must be completed with a minimum grade of B–, and DPD Science courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C–. Requirements for completing the MS degree are detailed in the Degree Requirements section. After successful completion of the five-semester DPD/MS (clinical concentration) program, students will receive an ACEND DPD Verification Statement and be awarded an MS degree. They will then be preselected into the DI program. The DI begins in either January or June following successful completion of the DPD/MS (clinical concentration). After satisfactory completion of the DI, which includes documentation of the completion of dietetic competencies and the MS (clinical concentration)+DI program evaluation, students will receive the ACEND DI Verification Statement.

Information Specific to the BU DI

The BU DI is a 6-credit, 29-week, full-time course requiring payment of tuition. In addition, interns must pay a nonrefundable $1,000 fee to their internship site by the end of the first two weeks of the DI. A car may be necessary to get to the BU DI site as some sites are as much as 60 miles from Boston. After successful completion of the DI, the student will receive the appropriate ACEND DI Verification Statement. At this time, the student will have met the academic and core competencies for the supervised practice component of entry-level dietitian education programs as mandated by the ACEND and be eligible to sit for the national registration examination to be credentialed as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Most states in the US require some form of licensure in addition to the RDN credential in some practice settings. It is ACEND’s considered opinion that the program is designed to and does meet all state dietetics licensure and certification laws, though some states may interpret their statutes differently.

All courses are 4 credits unless otherwise indicated. The DI begins following successful completion of all courses in the appropriate programs.

Two-Semester MS—September Entry (All courses listed are required for the degree program unless noted.)

• SPH BS 704 Introduction to Biostatistics (3 cr)
• Concentration course (4 cr)
• SAR HS 776 Nutritional Epidemiology
• SAR HS 783 Metabolic Regulation
• SAR HS 742 Nutrition and Disease: A Lifecourse Approach or  SAR HS 720 Lifecourse Approach to Community Nutrition
• SAR HS 785 Nutrition Research (3 cr)
• Concentration courses (10 cr)

Two-Semester MS—January Entry (All courses listed are required for the degree program unless notes)

Ms (clinical concentration)+bu di (all courses listed are required for the degree program.).

• SAR HS 788 Theory and Practice of Nutrition Counseling (3 cr)
• SAR HS 779 Advanced Clinical Nutrition
• SAR HS 705 Foundations of Interprofessional Practice (0 cr)*
• SAR HS 704 Essentials of Professional Practice (2 cr)
• SAR HS 742 Nutrition and Disease: A Lifecourse Approach  or SAR HS 720 Lifecourse Approach to Community Nutrition
• Graduate elective (2+ cr)
• SAR HS 811 Practicum (3 cr)*

*Optional for degree, required for the DI

The BU DI (SAR HS 703) begins in June or January following successful completion of academic coursework. It is a 6-credit, 29-week, full-time class requiring payment of tuition. In addition, a $1,000 fee must be paid to the internship site.

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Courses marked (*) are required to complete the DPD.

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• SAR HS 551 Human Nutrition Science*
• Graduate elective (2+ cr)+
• SPH BS 704 Introduction to Biostatistics (3 cr)+
• CAS PS 101 General Psychology*
• SAR HS 500 Food Science*
• SAR HS 510 Managing Food and Nutrition Services*
• SAR HS 561 Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle*
• SAR HS 542 Exercise Physiology
• SAR HS 584 Medical Nutrition Therapy I*
• SAR HS 705 Foundations of Interprofessional Practice (0)
• SAR HS 720 Lifecourse Approach to Community Nutrition*
• SAR HS 776 Nutritional Epidemiology+*
• SAR HS 788 Theory and Practice of Nutrition Counseling (3 cr)+*
• SAR HS 585 Medical Nutrition Therapy II*
• SAR HS 704 Essentials of Professional Practice (2 cr)‡
• SAR HS 742 Nutrition and Disease: A Lifecourse Approach or SAR HS 720 Lifecourse Approach to Community Nutrition+
• SAR HS 785 Nutrition Research (3 cr)+*
• SAR HS 811 Practicum (3 cr)‡
• SAR HS 586 Applied Nutrition Care*+
• SAR HS 705 Foundations of Interprofessional Practice (0 cr)*‡
• SAR HS 779 Advanced Clinical Nutrition+
• SAR HS 783 Metabolic Regulation+

The BU DI (SAR HS 703) begins in January or June following completion of academic coursework. It is a 6-credit, 29-week, full-time class requiring payment of tuition. In addition, a $1,000 fee must be paid to the internship site.

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The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic necessitated the use of distance education, which sparked a technological transformation that was long overdue in higher education. The purpose of this narrative review is two-fold: to summarize the state of knowledge regarding distance education in nutrition and dietetics education over the past 30 years to inform recommendations for future education/research and implications for practice and to determine the influence that distance education has had on the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of both nutrition and dietetics educators and their students. A narrative review of 822 publications yielded 25 that met the search criteria. In the scope of 30 years, the literature shows that attitudes and perceptions of distance education have changed as barriers to online access have diminished and the availability of online nutrition and dietetics courses and Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics-accredited distance education programs has expanded. However, whereas the limited results are promising, the paucity of large-sample research about the use of distance education in nutrition and dietetics education restricts educators' knowledge of and ability to evaluate the learning outcomes of distance programs and courses. Moreover, differences in how accreditors, government agencies, and institutions define distance education could have significant influence on funding and financial aid benefits for students and research. Recommendations for future research and implications for practice are provided given the relevance and importance of distance education to nutrition and dietetics education.

The 2023 narrative review about the journey of the online dietetics curriculum in the United States published in The Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is an interesting paper that provokes many thoughts about dietetic students’ competency development [ 1 ]. Traditionally, healthcare training has been delivered as a full-time programme requiring in-person attendance. We all recognise that the Covid-19 pandemic of 2020 put distance education centre stage as the sole option to continue delivery of all levels of education for most learners. The almost instantaneous/overnight flip was hurried, due to necessity. This narrative review reminds us that it is now important to embed technological practice transformations as well-supported, planned, and intentional learning activities in the training of healthcare professionals. Indeed, it is incumbent given the expectations of employers and for many regulatory bodies who expect consistent high-quality care that protects service users and the public. Hence the purpose of the review was two-fold:

1. To summarise the state of knowledge regarding distance education in nutrition and dietetics over the past 30 years.

2. To determine the influence online education has had on the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of both dietetics educators and students.

To gather a complete picture of the literature in the field, the authors conducted a search across 5 major electronic databases used in the health/dietetics and education fields: PubMed, the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature Plus with FullText (Ebsco), CABDirect (Nutrition and Food Science and CABI Direct subscriptions), Medline (Ebsco), and the Education Resources Information Center (Ebsco).

Distance education was defined as education that uses at least 1 technology to deliver instruction to students who are separated from the instructor and provides regular and substantive interaction between learner and instructor synchronously or asynchronously (Open State University of New York, 2022).

The initial search yielded 822 publications that were independently screened by at least 2 of the research team’s experts to include, exclude, or “maybe include” each article. A total of 799 publications were excluded because they fell outside scope; 33 underwent a full text review; and, finally, 25 publications met the inclusion criteria.

Results indicated that barriers to online learning, including attitudes and perceptions of distance education, have decreased over the years. From 1995 to 2005, there was a 10-fold increase in the use of distance education based on a survey of directors of Commission on Accreditation/Approval for Dietetics Education (CAADE)-accredited undergraduate programmes [ 2, 3 ]. Approximately 32% (n = 150) of undergraduate dietetic programmes were offering distance education courses in some format in 2005, although none of the surveyed institutions offered a complete undergraduate programme online. The amount of online delivery reported was higher than anecdotally the level reported to EFAD by universities (higher education institutions, HEIs) delivering dietetics training across Europe.

It is positive that the dietetics profession, together with other healthcare professions, has sought to widen access and participation, hence developments including part time study and placements have occurred. With increasing numbers being trained, innovation has arisen, both in placement hours and varied design as well as setting and mode of delivery.

As dietitians involved in education will appreciate, every learner has different preferences and approaches. It is interesting to consider how much training and competence development can be completed online. The new apprenticeship programmes in the UK have adopted a hybrid approach that is more flexible and inclusive and suits mature students. In a recent study, Eija et al. [ 4 ] aimed to describe the hybrid learning experiences of students in health sciences education. Students felt that hybrid education supported their work-life skills by enhancing their self-management skills and technical competence. On the other hand, students reflected that hybrid teaching has increased their uncertainty regarding their own competence due to a lack of reflection with other students and the educator; the main conclusion of the research was that the success of hybrid education depends on the attitude of the educator and a safe atmosphere.

The most recent EFAD Practice Placement Standards guideline, published in 2022 by the Education and Lifelong Learning Committee (ELLLC), indicated: “Since practice placements are an integral part of any programme leading to qualification as a dietitian, what is being assessed should be carefully considered and approved. Learning outcomes for placement allow students to understand what is expected of them. The number, duration, and range of practice placements vary between programmes, but must be appropriate to support the delivery of the programme and the achievement of learning outcomes”. There is no specific reference to distance learning or simulated blocks of learning; however, future versions of the standard should specify this aspect in some detail.

The paper by Bueche et al. [ 1 ] considers the impact of computer-assisted instruction on learning and the requirements for educators to be appropriately trained for the delivery of distance programmes. Distance educators fulfil several roles in online courses including supporting pedagogical/instructional designer, facilitator, and social, managerial, and technical functions [ 5, 6 ]. Continuous teacher education and access to technical support as well as modern hybrid teaching tools and appropriate facilities are prerequisites for quality online teaching [ 4, 7, 8 ].

Since online education will be the main mode of ongoing lifelong learning for many in the dietetics workforce, development of students’ technological skills is needed. However, the paper indicates that it was not possible to evaluate its impact on learning outcomes and more in-depth outcomes, suggesting that this is an area where ongoing investigation would be helpful.

Appropriate equipment is also required, and Bueche et al. [ 1 ] report that 97% adults have access to a computer in the USA. It is difficult to establish equivalent data for Europe; however, in 2022, nearly 30% of employed people in the EU aged 15–74 reported using digital devices for the entirety or most of their working time (Eurostat News; europa.eu ).

Bueche et al. [ 1 ] finish by outlining the practice implications: “Fostering innovation in nutrition and dietetics education is among the Accreditation Council for Education Nutrition and Dietetics’s (ACEND’s) strategic goals. To ensure the quality of distance education in nutrition and dietetics education: Dietetics educators will need to be skilled in utilising educational theory and best practice in distance education to provide high quality learning experiences for students and ensure competencies are met. They will also need to be supported in the scholarship of teaching and learning with emphasis placed on distance education. The reasons for the lack of research in distance education in nutrition and dietetics education need to be identified and more investigation supported”.

Future work should include HEIs across Europe providing a diversified mode of delivery of the content of both classroom and placement learning activities. The consideration needs to be distance learning (the focus of the current article) as well as simulated and virtual placement activity. For example, increasingly students work with dietitians in private practice and industry, but often not in the same physical location. Long arm supervision by the dietitian educator is provided as exemplified in role-emerging placements [ 9 ]. The advantage to the profession is that these educational opportunities prepare work-ready dietitians to practise beyond health service environments and raise the profile of the profession in addition to ensuring sustainability of placement provision.

In conclusion, to establish the outcomes of such innovation in dietetics education, further research is required. The ELLLC will take the opportunity to explore some of the themes this paper has surfaced with the HEIs in the coming months.

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MSc (DFSM) is a multimedia package, which includes print material and audio-visual material. The programme is multidisciplinary in nature. It draws knowledge from disciplines such as Biochemistry, Physiology, Microbiology, Sociology, Biostatistics, Food Science, Management, etc. In view of the above objectives and the nature of the programme, the courses so designed will help the learners:

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BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education Admission 2024: Benefits, Fee, & Course Details

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education: Distance BSc Nutrition & Dietetics is a program where working professionals can complete their studies easily. This distance course covers a tuition fee of INR 10,000 to INR 37,000. Each candidate’s eligibility will be based on their 10+2 academic qualification. Appearing in any entrance exam is not mandatory . This distance degree program can be pursued at IMTS, IGNOU, TNOU, and Manav Rachna University . BSc Nutrition & Dietetics course offered by these and other universities is certified by UGC and DEB.

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics DDE Admission Latest Updates (March 2024)

• For the current academic year 2024, applications are now being accepted at IMTS Institute for the BSc Nutrition Dietetics program. Students can apply before the deadline of 10 April 2024 . Apply Now
• Subharti University opened admission to the BSc Nutrition Dietetics program via distance mode for the 2024-25 academic session. Interested students should submit their applications by 09 April  2024 . Apply Now
• Mangalayatan University is accepting the admission form for the Distance BSc Nutrition Dietetics program for the 2024 academic year. The application form deadline has been extended until 09 April  2024 . Apply Now

Through this course, students will learn a syllabus including topics of community nutrition, fundamentals of nutrition, and dietetics. These graduates can find jobs in fitness centers, nursing homes, hospitals, etc. Admission deadlines for this course program vary from institute to institute. 

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education Highlights 

What is Distance BSc Nutrition & Dietetics?

Distance BSc Nutrition & Dietetics is one of the most affordable and convenient learning programs for nutrition & dietetics. Some of the universities in India that offer this course are IGNOU, TNOU, and Manav Rachna University. Candidates can apply without an entrance exam score . The only requirement of eligibility is 10+2 in science. 

Why Study Distance BSc Nutrition & Dietetics?

• Affordability:  The distance BSc Nutrition & Dietetics is affordable for students who cannot pay the higher cost of regular studies.
• Flexibility: Candidates who have busy schedules can easily manage their time in this distance learning course. 
• Career: Fitness centers, nursing homes, and hospitals are the places where these degree holders can build their careers.
• Skills: This course enhances knowledge about different foods, their uses and benefits in diet.

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education Admission Process 2024

The admission process for BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education program is simple. Most institutes accept online application forms for this program’s enrollment. The online admission registration form procedure for this BSc is given below:

• Browse the institute’s website to which you want to apply for admission to the BSc Nutrition and Dietetics distance course.
• Open the admissions portal and register as a new applicant.
• After registration, go to the login tab and enter the online portal.
• Go to distance UG courses and select BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics program.
• A registration form for enrollment will open; fill it out.
• Pay the online registration fee for this distance course.
• Submit fee voucher and application form for the BSc ND course

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education Application Form

The form can be filled out by the eligible students only. Universities are accepting online/offline application forms. Students can check the university instructions to fill the application form. It is necessary to fill all details correctly and documents should be uploaded in proper format.

Madurai Kamaraj University of Nutrition and Dietetics

The Madurai Kamaraj University offers a comprehensive program in Nutrition and Dietetics that can help you achieve your career goals. As a result of the program, students acquire a solid understanding of food science, human physiology, and nutritional assessment. Diet planning, therapeutic nutrition, community nutrition, and research methodologies are all part of the curriculum, which covers a wide range of issues.

A graduate from this program will be able to work as a nutritionist, dietitian, food consultant, or researcher in the future. Through an internship program that emphasizes practical training, the students will have the opportunity to put their knowledge into practice in a series of real-world settings.

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education Syllabus

1st Year Syllabus Details

2nd Year Syllabus Details

3rd Year Syllabus Details

Advantages of BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education 

• Distance learning for BSc degrees is far more economical than traditional classroom teaching.
• This is so that student costs may be eliminated from distance learning.

Educational Scope of BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education

After graduation from this UG course, students can select a job or further education. The advanced study options after completing BSc Nutrition and Dietetics course are

• MSc Nutrition and Dietetics
• MSc Nutrition
• MSc Food Science
• MSc Microbiology
• PG Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics

Recruitment Areas of BSc Nutrition and Dietetics Distance Education 

After successful completion of this BSc program, students can make their career in the following sectors:

• Diet Counselling
• Health Care
• Fitness Centers
• Civil Services

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Top 10 universities for distance bsc courses.

• Madras University Distance
• Madhya Pradesh Bhoj Open University
• University of Mumbai distance
• Nalanda Open University
• Punjab Technical University
• Dr. B.R Ambedkar Open University

Q: Can I do BSc Nutrition and Dietetics program in distance mode?

Ans: Yes the BSc Nutrition and Dietetics program is approved by UGC DEB and can be completed in distance mode.

Q: What is the duration of BSc Nutrition and Dietetics distance education program?

Ans: The duration of BSc Nutrition and Dietetics distance education program is three years.

Q: Does Delhi University offer a BSc Nutrition and Dietetics distance education program?

Ans: No, Delhi University does not offer BSc Nutrition and Dietetics program in distance mode.

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B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Admission 2024: Eligibility, Syllabus & Fee

B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Admission

BSc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Admission: BSc Nutrition and Dietetics in distance mode is flexible and affordable. This course is suitable for working professionals. The application form is open for BSc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Admission till 15 April 2024 *. The application fee for the course is INR 500 to 1500 .

BSc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Admission 2024

BSc Nutrition & Dietetics is one of the popular courses available in distance learning mode. The program is offered by various top universities such as KSOU, UPRTOU, IMTS Institute and Subharti.

BSc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education is a UGC-DEB and DAI-approved program. The duration required to complete this program is 3 to 4 years depending on NEP. The minimum eligibility for the course is 10+2 with relevant subjects. The course fee in various universities ranges from INR 15000 to 50,000 per year. Career options after completing this degree are clinical dietitians, food service managers, and public health nutritionists with a starting salary of INR 4 lakhs per year.

B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Admission Latest Updates (April 2024)

• IMTS Institute started the admission process for the BSc Nutrition Dietetics distance education programme. Students can apply for admission before the last date, 15 April   2024 . Apply Now
• Manglaytaan University invites students to apply for admission to its distance BSc in Nutrition Dietetics programme. Applicants can submit applications by the last date of 14 April   2024. Apply Now
• Applications are now being accepted for WC University’s BSc Nutrition Dietetics distance education programme. Interested students should submit their applications before the deadline of 14 April  2024 . Apply Now
• Subharti University is accepting applications for BSc Nutrition & Dietetics till 15 April 2024 . Apply Now
• The deadline to apply at SKU University for the nutrition and dietetics program has been extended to 14 April  2024 . Apply Now

What is Distance BSc Nutrition and Dietetics?

Distance BSc Nutrition and Dietetics provides job flexibility, affordable fees, and the opportunity to earn while learning. Its curriculum is the same as the regular BSC ND program. Annamalai University, YCMOU, and SPPU are popular and well-liked institutes for this program.

Why Study Distance BSc Nutrition and Dietetics?

• Lifelong Learning : Through distance, the BSc ND program allows the updation of knowledge and skills periodically which is necessary for the nutrition field with constant research.
• Career Growth:   Completing Distance BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics enhances career prospects in related fields like clinical nutrition, the food industry, research, etc. 
• Large Choice: Many reputed universities offer BSc ND through distance mode to provide choices to students.

B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Highlights

Benefits of b.sc nutrition & dietetics distance education.

• It provides a solid foundation for subsequent graduate-level coursework and research in this area, such as M.Sc., M.Phil., etc.
• They can also work for private sector businesses like leisure cruise lines and independent care homes.
• They can also pursue a career as a psychiatric nurse, which requires them to care for patients who are experiencing emotional and psychological distress.
• They have the option to work for themselves or in private hospitals and clinics.

Eligibility for B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education

Students who meet the requirements for a BSc in nutrition and dietetics through distance learning can apply to universities for the program. The following are the general requirements for candidates.

• Students must have finished the 12th grade with any recognized board.
• You must have gotten at least 45% in the 12th class for admission.
• Along with English, Biology should be a main subject in the 12th grade.

B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Fee

The three-year course fee for the BSc Nutrition and Dietetics program is commonly approved to be paid annually. The one year that a candidate has to pay for all three consecutive years of study to complete the BSc Nutrition and Dietetics distance education course is INR 15,000 to INR 50,000 .

B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Syllabus & Subjects

The Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics Program has the same curriculum in distance mode as the regular one. Ideally, the program is designed to get a better understanding of topics like nutrition, balanced diet, macros, micros, microbiology & more. Apart from traditional core topics, it has various practical as well as elective subjects that students can select.

Following is a list of some of the fundamental subjects that are covered in a B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education course:

• Basic Subjects:
• Management of Food Quality
• Management of family meals
• Food Science Dietetics and Counseling

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics DDE Admission Process

The online admission process for the BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics may vary for a particular university. In general, the admission process followed by the university is mentioned below. Students can follow the steps to complete the process.

Step 1 candidate admission, the student should visit the university’s official website and fill out the application form.

Step 2 Students need to fill out the application form correctly, and the university will reject an incomplete state.

Step 3 : You can make payments via Credit/Debit Cards for the application fee. If you want to pay in cash, do it via bank e-challan.

Step 4: After that candidate will receive an SMS or email confirming the application has been made, so you can now print a receipt. 

Documents Required for Admission in B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education

• Aadhaar card
• 10+2 /UG/PG certificate
• Date of birth certificate
• Caste certificate

Top College in India for BSc Nutrition and Dietetics DDE

Many colleges/Universities are situated in different states of India, like Karnataka, Chennai, Tamilnadu, Delhi, Rajasthan, Kerala, etc., and many offer BSc Nutrition Distance Education programs. Students can pursue this program in India at the fee range of Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 45,000 per annum.

BSc Nutrition and Dietetics courses are offered by a number of well-known colleges and universities. Here is a list of b.sc nutrition and dietetics open universities:

IGNOU BSc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education

Indira Gandhi National Open University offers a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics program. The duration of this bachelor’s program is three years and six semesters. IGNOU offers this program at a very affordable fee of INR 16200  per year.

The best part of pursuing a BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics from IGNOU is candidates can complete this program while continuing their job.

Is Distance BSc Nutrition & Dietetics Worth it?

It is worth studying a B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education course from a known institute, and this will also provide a bright career.

• Skills:  Studying a distance BSc Nutrition Dietetics course will enable the learners to acquire skills that are necessary for making a good career. It will make the students best at leadership, teamwork, communication, analytical, decision-making, and reasoning skills.
• Time Flexibility: One of the most important perks of taking a distance degree program is time flexibility. Students can set their own study schedule and select the place of study, as this will let them be in their zone of comfort.
• Fee and Cost: An affordable means of study is the distance learning programs, and taking it will provide the chance to many students who quit their studies due to financial constraints. About Rs 15000 to Rs 45000 is the mean annual fee for this course.
• Earn While You Learn: Working professionals will get enough time to continue their jobs if they select this course, and inexperienced candidates can enhance their experience by working while learning .

Scope of B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education

Graduates with a B.Sc. degree in Dietetics and Nutrition can work as dieticians in hospitals and nutritionists in health clinics, health centers, as well as multinational corporations. The opportunity to become a registered dietician (RD) is available to you. There are many possibilities for graduates to work in NGOs and private organizations. 

B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Career Options  and Job Scope

Students can buy BSc nutrition and Dietetics textbooks to make sure they do well in the course. After they finish the course, they will have a wide range of job options and career paths to choose from that can help them live a good life. Here are some common first jobs for people with a B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education degree:

Top Recruiters for B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education

The B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics can be studied at a distance, and graduates can get jobs in both the public and private sectors, such as wellness centers, hospitals, healthcare facilities, the food industry, and more. Flowing is a list of some of the best recruiters for B.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics distance education graduates:

• Apollo Hospitals
• Max Healthcare
• Dabur India Ltd.
• Qua NutritionIndian
• Dietetic Association

How much B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education Salary In India?

Most Companies pay more for highly skilled and experienced nutritionists in diverse sectors. Here are the Tentative Salary figures for B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education:

Skill Required for B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education

Everyone needs a certain set of skills to do well in the course and in their career. These skills help students get ahead in their careers by making sure they have all the tools they need to handle the responsibilities that come with the job. Here are some of the skills that are required for B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education:

• Understand the science behind human nutrition and diet
• Time Management Skills
• Being able to work well under stress

B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education in India

Many colleges and universities in India offer distance M.Sc Nutrition And Dietetics programs. Admissions to this course are now open. Among students, this course is in high demand. Upon completion of this course, students may be able to work in top Indian industries. Graduating with this degree program will lead to a high salary package in the company.

In India, Students who want to build their careers in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics can pursue the course after completing their 12th-class education in relevant subjects.  These graduates can work in the health industry, and the salary package offered to such graduates is also decent in India. 

BSc Nutrition And Dietetics Courses Distance Education in Tamilnadu

Several universities provide BSc Nutrition And Dietetics courses in distance learning mode. Interested students should complete their 10+2 certificate from a recognized Educational board/institute in India. Students can apply for admission to this BSc program. 50% marks are the minimum requirement to get admission. These universities take admission on the basis of merit list in Tamilnadu.

B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education in Kerala

This course is offered by several universities and institutions in the state. The cost of a B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics Distance Education degree ranges from INR 15,000 to INR 45,000. Before the deadline, students can complete the registration form.

Note: Dates are Tentative and are subject to change. Visit the University’s official website for more information regarding admission.

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