The Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics is designed to provide advanced knowledge in the science of nutrition, human metabolism, and diet planning across the life cycle. The program prepares learners to address nutritional challenges in both clinical and community settings, with a focus on preventing malnutrition, managing diet-related diseases, and promoting healthy eating behaviors.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand human nutritional needs across different age groups and physiological conditions.
Assess dietary intake and nutritional status using standard tools.
Plan and manage therapeutic diets for individuals with specific health conditions.
Promote nutrition education and community-based interventions.
Analyze public health nutrition trends and policy frameworks.
Integrate nutrition strategies into health and development programs.
Course Outline
Course Content:
Foundations of Human Nutrition
Macronutrients and micronutrients
Digestion, absorption, and metabolism
Clinical Nutrition and Diet Therapy
Public Health Nutrition
Malnutrition (under- and over-nutrition), micronutrient deficiencies
Community-based nutrition programs and policies
Food Science and Meal Planning
Food composition, safety, and preservation
Balanced meal planning and dietary guidelines
Nutrition Assessment and Counseling
Behavior change communication and counseling skills