Career Guides
Nutritionists
Nutritionists or nutrition professionals apply the science of human nutrition to attain better health and treat various illnesses.
Where You Might Work
Nutritionists work in a range of different settings, including:
- Community centres or public health clinics
- Some specialised gymnasiums
- Professional and amateur sporting clubs
- Social services
- General practitioner clinics
Key Responsibilities
- Planning diets/menus and instructing people on their requirements and importance of diet.
- Instructing people on the importance of planning and preparation of food.
- Supervising the preparation and serving of meals.
- Collecting, organising, and assessing data relating to health and nutritional status of clients and communities.
- Monitoring food intake and quality to provide nutritional care.
- Compiling educational nutrition material for clients to read.
- Providing nutrition assessments, management, education, research, and training.
- Consulting with other health professionals and coaches to manage the dietary requirements of clients/players.
The Attributes and Skills You Will Need
- An ability to communicate effectively, both in-person and digitally.
- Able to work flexible hours, or in a part-time capacity.
- An understanding and interest in sports science and nutrition.
- Able to communicate with people who are physically or mentally unwell.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills for devising meal plans.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
Market Insights
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Salary: the average salary of a nutritionist in Australia ranges between $65,000 and $85,000, according to seek.com.au.
The education pathways listed encompass the most common entry-level courses that can be undergone to become a water aerobics instructor.
Course/s | Potential Career Outcomes | Further Qualifications | Duration/Number of Units |
Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Science or Bachelor of Nutrition Science | Fitness and weight loss consultant Health and well-being consultant | The Master of Dietetics is a postgraduate course that can be completed after your undergraduate degree. The master’s qualification will allow | 3 years full-time |
AIPT Diploma of Nutrition (10967NAT) | Allows you to explore nutrition advisory jobs. | n/a | 13 units recognised by the Australian Qualification Framework |
