Course Summary
Course Category: CAO (Higher Education - HET)
Dietitians are uniquely qualified to translate scientific information on food, health and disease into practical guidance enabling people to make appropriate lifestyle and food choices. The modules within this course enable the development of scientific knowledge relevant to human nutrition and dietetics, the advancement of analytical and critical thinking and the integration of evidence-based practice. This programme also develops the student’s ability to work and communicate with others in an ethical, flexible, and adaptable manner.
Course Details
What will you study?
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Human Biology People Centered Skills Dietetics Anatomy Physiology Health Disease
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.
Further Research
Career Progression
Graduate careers typically include: Dietetic Support Worker, Healthcare assistant.
Through a unique progression opportunity, this programme allows students to progress to complete a BSc Honours in Dietetics at Coventry University.
