Diploma in Dietetics and Public Nutrition

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Diploma in Dietetics and Public Nutrition is a comprehensive program designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the fields of human nutrition, diet planning, and public health. This course prepares students to understand the complex relationship between food, nutrition, health, and disease, and equips them to play a vital role in promoting health and preventing nutrition-related disorders at both individual and community levels.

With a curriculum that blends scientific theory with hands-on practice, the program covers key areas such as human physiology, nutritional biochemistry, diet therapy, community nutrition, food safety, and public health policies. Students gain insights into how socio-economic, cultural, and psychological factors influence eating habits and nutritional status, particularly in diverse populations.

Throughout the course, students learn to assess nutritional needs, design personalized diet plans, develop community-based nutrition programs, and implement health education initiatives. The program also emphasizes the importance of nutrition in managing chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and obesity.