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Bachelor of Sciences (Human Nutrition and Dietetics)

Bachelor of Sciences (Human Nutrition and Dietetics)

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This program prepares students to become practitioners by providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills that enable them to improve health and prevent, treat, and manage diseases through proper nutrition. The BSc HND degree has an integrated supervised practice (dietetic internship) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, which promotes the clinical acumen of dietetics and research in nutrition. The program also aligns with the standards established by the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions (CAAM-HP). Upon completion, graduates are eligible for registration as a Dietitian by the Barbados Paramedical Council or an equivalent council regionally. This is an ideal program if you want to: • Become a Registered Dietitian in hospi...

Program Highlights

Study Human Nutrition as well as the unique nutrition needs throughout different stages of the lifecycle.

Learn to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage diet and nutrition-related health challenges.

Learn how to provide nutrition education and intervention in community and public health settings as well as study the benefits of local and indigenous Caribbean food.

Acquire research skills in diet, nutrition, and health and the core competencies required to function as an entry-level dietitian.

Access a comprehensive Medical Library, purpose-built laboratory and teaching complex, and clinical skills lab while studying on campus.