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Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition

Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition is a one year programme. The course provides knowledge about human nutrition, balanced diets, food science, therapeutic nutrition, community nutrition, and diet planning for different age groups.

⏱ 1 Year📋 Full Time✅ Graduation

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Program Overview

Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition is a one year programme. The course provides knowledge about human nutrition, balanced diets, food science, therapeutic nutrition, community nutrition, and diet planning for different age groups. Students will learn how nutrition support health, prevent disaese and help in the recovery of patients. The programme combines classroom learning with practical training, case studies, and field exposure to develop professional skills.

Through this course students will be able to improve their communication, counselling, and analytical abilities required to work with individuals and healthcare teams.

At MIU experienced faculty members will guide students through a practical and industry focused curriculum. To apply, students must have completed a Bachelor degree in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition from a recognised university. After completing the programme graduates can work in hospitals, health centers, fitness organizations and food industries, research institutions and continue higher studies i.e M.Sc. Dietetics & Applied Nutrition.

Learning Objectives

✓Understand Human Nutrition: This will provide knowledge of human nutrition and the role of nutrients in maintaining good health.
✓Learn Therapeutic Nutrition: It will teach students how to plan diets for patients with different medical conditions.
✓Develop Diet Planning Skills: Students will learn to create diet plans for anyone of different age groups.
✓Study Food Science: This course makes students understand the nutritional value, safety and quality of different food products.
✓Promote Community Health: This will develop knowledge of community nutrition and public health programmes.

Syllabus

Dietician / Nutritionist
Clinical Nutritionist
Health Consultant
Wellness Coach
Food & Nutrition Advisor

Eligibility Criteria

Students must have completed a bachelor degree from a recognised university.
Students must have completed a graduate degree in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition.
Minimum marks secured by students is at least 50%.

Why Choose MIU for Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition?

Quality Education: MIU offers a well structured curriculum that combines nutrition science with practical dietetics.
Experienced faculty: Students will learn from qualified members with academic and professional experience in nutrition and health science.
Practical Learning: Through case studies, practical session and diet planning students will be able to gain practical learning.
Industry Exposure: Students will gain exposure through seminars, workshops, health awareness programmes and practical training.
Career Guidance: MIU provides career support to help students prepare for employment in healthcare and nutrition-related fields.

Career Prospects

Clinical Dietitian → In this profile people work in hospitals and healthcare centres to prepare diet plans for patients.

Nutrition Consultant → It provides nutrition advice and healthy eating plans for individuals and families.

Community Nutrition Officer → They should work along with governmental as well as non-governmental organizations in the field of nutrition and public health.

Food Quality Executive → They should work within the food industry to ensure the quality and safety of the food products.

Research Assistant → They assist in various research works in the area of nutrition, food science, and public health.

Nutrition Educator → They can conduct classes on nutrition and healthy eating in institutes or community programs.