The NSA has established a Register of Nutritionists to recognise and encourage high standards of professional training in nutrition. Individuals with a Bachelor degree, or higher, with at least a major in nutrition, can now apply for registration. Individuals with alternative qualifications that develop competencies in nutrition (such as a science degree with post doctoral experience and publications in nutrition sciences) will be assessed on a case by case basis by the Registration committee.
The Register of Nutritionists recognises nutritionists who abide by the highest standards of professional conduct and the Society’s Code of Ethics, and who are committed to on-going training and professional development.
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Over the past few months, we have been working to boost the profile of the Registration Scheme. We have reached out to a broad range of industries who are likely to employ nutritionist to increase the awareness of the registration scheme and the credentialing process. If you would like to receive an information pack as an Employer, please select the Request Pack button below and complete the online form.
Modern professional bodies, particularly those in the health sector, are increasingly required to demonstrate rigorous oversight of their disciplines. NSA has drawn on the experience and processes of other health professional bodies within Australia and internationally to establish the Register of Nutritionists.
In keeping with the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists, governed by the Association for Nutrition, the purpose of the register is to define and advance “standards of evidence-based practice across the field of nutrition and at all levels within the workforce” by assuring those who meet registration standards meet rigorous standards of competence, professionalism and continuing professional development.
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