Proof of a visit to a registered dietitian. Prospective student should provide a certified copy of their Grade 12 or latest results. (Grade 11 final results can accompany the application) The criteria used for the selection includes the following: Prospective students are subject to a selection process. Some of the lecturers are English and the instruction of their modules take place in English, but simultaneous interpreting into Afrikaans is available. Note that the language of instruction is Afrikaans, but simultaneous interpreting into English is available. The program is only presented on a full-time basis and is offered over a period of four (4) years. National Senior Certificate with university entranceĪ pass mark of 50-59%(level 4) in the language of teaching and learning concerning home language or first addisional language level.
Dietitians are also involved with research in the related fields of interest within the profession. The programme equips students with skills that are needed in all three fields of the profession namely, food service, therapeutic and community nutrition.
Students are equipped with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, professional ethos, behaviour and attitude that are necessary for dietitians and managers of nutrition care to practice their profession according to the needs of the country and international standards.
This qualification comprises a program that leads to a professional degree that leads to registration as a dietitian at the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in the Professional Board for Dietetics and Nutrition. A dietitian functions as an important role player in the medical care team.Ģ. They can use their nutrition skills and knowledge to adapt an individual's diet to treat a medical condition or educate the public about healthy eating. Dietitians are well qualified to practice in all fields of nutrition.