JacquesV Posted September 15, 2006 Report Share Posted September 15, 2006 HI there,My husband Jacques has been chatting to you all regarding our prospects of moving to Auz, i have been a bit silent on the subject since i was unsure if i really wanted to move and also i am in a bit of a sticky situation regarding my studies.I am fortunate enough to have the opportunity to go back to University to study for my "dream" job - A Dietician (Bacholar of Science - Dietetics) . I am doing really well and finding the course absolutely awesome. Only problem is that at the end of my 4 year study, i have to do community service for a year in order to get my registration. For obvious reasons my hubby and i are really worried about where the government will place me for this year. So the idea of moving to Auz seems so much more favourable, BUT, and this is where you might be able to help me, I just cant seem to find any clear info on any university in the Melbourne area that offers this course. They do have a degree in Nutritional Therapy, however it doesnt sound like the same thing. Are you able to find out if there is a difference or is it indeed the same?Another thing, my goal is to finish the degree and (if finances permit) open a lifestyle centre for women, where beauty, hair, health, fitness will be the focus. I also want to run part of the Dietetics practice as a therapy centre for eating disorders & obsessive eating. (Yip, i want to major in psychology in my final year).Shoo, what a mouth full. Thanks so much for reading and assisting. Thanks Natz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted September 15, 2006 Report Share Posted September 15, 2006 This is all I could find for you. Hope it helps.MaraHow do I become a nutrition professional? Obviously many people who get in contact with us are interested in becoming a professional nutritionist or dietitian. Anyone can call themselves a 'nutritionist' as this is not a registered profession (therefore it is always prudent to check that 'nutritionists' have relevant tertiary qualifications in the science of nutrition). Professional training in nutrition routinely involves a comprehensive program of tertiary studies and commonly take a number of years to complete. Subjects covered generally include nutrition, the sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physiology and pathophysiology), medicine (pathophysiology, symptomatology and diagnosis) and clinical practice (counselling and clinical case studies). In addition to this considerable supervised clinical hours are to be completed. Upon graduation the student must then apply for acceptance into a recognised governing body as well as gaining insurance to offer nutrition as a modality to meet required government standards. Registered nutritionists and dietitians are also required to show proof of undertaking ongoing education each year in order to continue their registration (Beck Health & Nutrition courses are commonly used for this purpose).The following information has been developed to some study-path options if you are wanting to become a professional nutritionist or dietitian. Time requirementsGenerally most professional nutrition courses will take a minimum of three-years full time study to complete (unless you already have an undergraduate degree in a related health science). Course requirementsMost courses will involve such subjects as physiology, chemistry, anatomy, pathology, diagnosis, symptomatology, physical examination, counselling, and clinical practice. Additionally most students will need to undertake considerable hours in clinical placement (a clinician’s private practice, student clinics, hospitals etc). What to look for when comparing and selecting professional training coursesAcademic qualifications of the faculty (academic staff) – ensure that members of academic staff have suitable tertiary qualifications in the science of nutrition and/or dietetics. Cost – ensure you are fully informed about all costs: including all fees, GST, examination fees, clinical and laboratory fees and request some indication of the costs of texts. Private colleges tend to be more expensive than universities in the sense that they charge up-front fees whereas HECS options are available for public university courses in Australia. Student support and service level – ask about what support services are offered to students undertaking a course (e.g. what sort of contact occurs during a correspondence course). Beck Health & Nutrition coursesBeck Health & Nutrition courses are designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to nutrition and detail a large range of common nutritional principles and issues. The courses are designed to be completed in approximately 32 hours of study (2hrs per week for 16 weeks) whereas a comparable introductory nutrition subject at an Australian university requires more than 100 study hours (and generally cost in the vicinity of $2000 + per subject). Our courses do not however qualify individuals to practice nutrition. For health professionals Beck Health & Nutrition courses can be used for professional registration points and broadening of your current services. InstitutionsCurrently in Australia you can study nutrition either through a university or a private college. For individuals wishing to study nutrition at a vocational (career path) level, we have compiled a list of courses and study paths available Australian Universities. Please note that this list is not exhaustive and includes both undergraduate and postgraduate study options. For further information on any of these courses please contact the university or institution directly. Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga, New South Wales http://www.csu.edu.au/Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Four years Curtin University of Technology, Western Australiahttp://www.csu.edu.au/ BSc (Nutrition and Food Science – Dietetics) (Honours)One year post Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science (bridging course required for entrants with related degrees)Deakin University, Victoria http://www.deakin.edu.au/Bachelor of Nutrition and DieteticsFour yearsGraduate Certificate of Human Nutrition Graduate Diploma of Human NutritionMaster of Human NutritionFlinders University of South Australia http://www.flinders.edu.au/Master of Nutrition and DieteticsTwo years post Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Nutrition and DieteticsFour yearsGriffith University, Queensland http://www.flinders.edu.au/Master of Nutrition and DieteticsThree semesters, (18 months) post Bachelor of ScienceMonash University, Victoriahttp://www.monash.edu.au/Bachelor of Nutrition and DieteticsFour yearsQueensland University of Technology, Queensland http://www.qut.edu.au/ Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Four yearsRMIT Universityhttp://www.rmit.edu.au/Master in Nutrition Medicine University of Canberrahttp://www.canberra.edu.au/Graduate Certificate in Sports NutritionGraduate Diploma in DieteticsGraduate Diploma in Human NutritionGraduate Diploma in Nutrition and MarketingMaster of Nutrition (by coursework)Master of Nutrition and Dietetics (by coursework)The University of Newcastle, New South Wales http://www.newcastle.edu.au/Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Four yearsMaster of Medical Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) ResearchThe University of Sydney, New South Wales http://www.usyd.edu.au/Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) Honours in Clinical Nutrition and DieteticsFour yearsGraduate Certificate in Applied Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Master of Applied Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Master of Nutrition and DieteticsTwo years post Bachelor of ScienceMaster of Nutritional Science University of Wollongong, New South Wales http://www.uow.edu.au/Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Two years post Bachelor of ScienceMaster of Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise ScienceTwo years post Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Nutrition and DieteticsFour years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacquesV Posted September 16, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2006 WOW, thanks thats awesome, it really helps!Thanks for the great reponseChat Soon Natz & JacquesThis is all I could find for you. Hope it helps.MaraHow do I become a nutrition professional? Obviously many people who get in contact with us are interested in becoming a professional nutritionist or dietitian. Anyone can call themselves a 'nutritionist' as this is not a registered profession (therefore it is always prudent to check that 'nutritionists' have relevant tertiary qualifications in the science of nutrition). Professional training in nutrition routinely involves a comprehensive program of tertiary studies and commonly take a number of years to complete. Subjects covered generally include nutrition, the sciences (chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physiology and pathophysiology), medicine (pathophysiology, symptomatology and diagnosis) and clinical practice (counselling and clinical case studies). In addition to this considerable supervised clinical hours are to be completed. Upon graduation the student must then apply for acceptance into a recognised governing body as well as gaining insurance to offer nutrition as a modality to meet required government standards. Registered nutritionists and dietitians are also required to show proof of undertaking ongoing education each year in order to continue their registration (Beck Health & Nutrition courses are commonly used for this purpose).The following information has been developed to some study-path options if you are wanting to become a professional nutritionist or dietitian. Time requirementsGenerally most professional nutrition courses will take a minimum of three-years full time study to complete (unless you already have an undergraduate degree in a related health science). Course requirementsMost courses will involve such subjects as physiology, chemistry, anatomy, pathology, diagnosis, symptomatology, physical examination, counselling, and clinical practice. Additionally most students will need to undertake considerable hours in clinical placement (a clinician’s private practice, student clinics, hospitals etc). What to look for when comparing and selecting professional training coursesAcademic qualifications of the faculty (academic staff) – ensure that members of academic staff have suitable tertiary qualifications in the science of nutrition and/or dietetics. Cost – ensure you are fully informed about all costs: including all fees, GST, examination fees, clinical and laboratory fees and request some indication of the costs of texts. Private colleges tend to be more expensive than universities in the sense that they charge up-front fees whereas HECS options are available for public university courses in Australia. Student support and service level – ask about what support services are offered to students undertaking a course (e.g. what sort of contact occurs during a correspondence course). Beck Health & Nutrition coursesBeck Health & Nutrition courses are designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to nutrition and detail a large range of common nutritional principles and issues. The courses are designed to be completed in approximately 32 hours of study (2hrs per week for 16 weeks) whereas a comparable introductory nutrition subject at an Australian university requires more than 100 study hours (and generally cost in the vicinity of $2000 + per subject). Our courses do not however qualify individuals to practice nutrition. For health professionals Beck Health & Nutrition courses can be used for professional registration points and broadening of your current services. InstitutionsCurrently in Australia you can study nutrition either through a university or a private college. For individuals wishing to study nutrition at a vocational (career path) level, we have compiled a list of courses and study paths available Australian Universities. Please note that this list is not exhaustive and includes both undergraduate and postgraduate study options. For further information on any of these courses please contact the university or institution directly. Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga, New South Wales http://www.csu.edu.au/Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Four years Curtin University of Technology, Western Australiahttp://www.csu.edu.au/ BSc (Nutrition and Food Science – Dietetics) (Honours)One year post Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science (bridging course required for entrants with related degrees)Deakin University, Victoria http://www.deakin.edu.au/Bachelor of Nutrition and DieteticsFour yearsGraduate Certificate of Human Nutrition Graduate Diploma of Human NutritionMaster of Human NutritionFlinders University of South Australia http://www.flinders.edu.au/Master of Nutrition and DieteticsTwo years post Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Nutrition and DieteticsFour yearsGriffith University, Queensland http://www.flinders.edu.au/Master of Nutrition and DieteticsThree semesters, (18 months) post Bachelor of ScienceMonash University, Victoriahttp://www.monash.edu.au/Bachelor of Nutrition and DieteticsFour yearsQueensland University of Technology, Queensland http://www.qut.edu.au/ Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Four yearsRMIT Universityhttp://www.rmit.edu.au/Master in Nutrition Medicine University of Canberrahttp://www.canberra.edu.au/Graduate Certificate in Sports NutritionGraduate Diploma in DieteticsGraduate Diploma in Human NutritionGraduate Diploma in Nutrition and MarketingMaster of Nutrition (by coursework)Master of Nutrition and Dietetics (by coursework)The University of Newcastle, New South Wales http://www.newcastle.edu.au/Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Four yearsMaster of Medical Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) ResearchThe University of Sydney, New South Wales http://www.usyd.edu.au/Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) Honours in Clinical Nutrition and DieteticsFour yearsGraduate Certificate in Applied Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Master of Applied Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Master of Nutrition and DieteticsTwo years post Bachelor of ScienceMaster of Nutritional Science University of Wollongong, New South Wales http://www.uow.edu.au/Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)Two years post Bachelor of ScienceMaster of Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise ScienceTwo years post Bachelor of ScienceBachelor of Nutrition and DieteticsFour years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted September 16, 2006 Report Share Posted September 16, 2006 No problem, we aim to please!Mara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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