Dietitian
Dietitians diagnose and treat people with nutrition problems and help people make healthy lifestyle and dietary decisions.
Day-to-day tasks
- assess the nutritional needs of individuals, families or groups
- create treatment plans to improve nutrition and overall health
- give practical and sensitive dietary advice, tailored to people's needs
- monitor people's progress towards healthy eating targets
- create and update confidential clinical records
Skills and Knowledge
- active listening skills
- knowledge of biology
- sensitivity and understanding
- excellent verbal communication skills
Industry Qualifications
You can get into this job through a university course working towards this role.
You'll need a degree or postgraduate qualification in dietetics or human nutrition, accredited by the British Dietetic Association.
You could work as a dietetic assistant and study part-time for a degree to qualify as a dietitian.