How to become dietitian & nutritionist

How to become dietitian & nutritionist

How to become dietitian?

Any person who is the holder of the Postgraduate Diploma (or MSc) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics at Hong Kong University SPACE Institute (co-organized with the University of Ulster, UK), or its equivalent qualifications, namely, Registered Dietitian of Commission of Dietetic Registration, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (USA); or Registered Dietitian of Health & Care Professions Council (UK); or Registered Dietitian of Provincial Registration, Dietitians of Canada; or Accredited Practising Dietitian of Dietitians Association of Australia.

Please visit the websites of Hong Kong University SPACE Institute(http://hkuspace.hku.hk) to find out the prerequisite academic qualifications and other details for the Postgraduate Diploma/MSc in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, and the official websites of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly known as ADA), British Dietetic Association (BDA), Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) and also Dietitian of Canada to find out more about becoming registered dietitians overseas.

How to become nutritionist?

Any person who is the holder of a degree (baccalaureate, master, doctoral) in dietetics, foods, and nutrition awarded by a university or other institution recognized by the Association.