
Course Title: Nutrition and Dietetics Practice
Course Description
This unit equips learners with the communication competencies essential for effective practice in the field of nutrition and dietetics. It emphasizes the ability to interact professionally with clients, colleagues, and the public, ensuring that nutritional advice and dietary plans are clearly understood and appropriately delivered. The unit also develops skills in conducting dietary interviews, facilitating group nutrition education sessions, and representing the profession in various forums.
🧩 Unit Description
Learners will develop the ability to meet the communication needs of clients and colleagues in clinical, community, and food service settings. The unit covers the development of communication strategies tailored to diverse populations, conducting dietary assessments and interviews, facilitating group discussions on nutrition topics, and representing the organization or profession in both written and oral formats.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to:
• Identify and respond to the communication needs of clients and colleagues in nutrition-related contexts
• Apply culturally sensitive and client-centered communication strategies
• Conduct effective dietary interviews and assessments
• Facilitate group discussions and education sessions on nutrition and health
• Represent the organization or profession in presentations, reports, and public forums
Required Skills and Knowledge
Skills:
• Active listening and empathy in client interactions
• Giving and receiving feedback in clinical and team settings
• Interpreting and explaining nutrition information clearly
• Setting professional boundaries in client communication
• Negotiation and conflict resolution in dietary planning
Knowledge:
• Communication models and their application in health education
• Group dynamics and leadership in nutrition education sessions
• Communication strategies for diverse client populations
• Ethical and professional standards in nutrition communication
Assessment Methods
Assessment may include:
• Observation during client consultations or role plays
• Oral and written questioning
• Portfolio of evidence (e.g., case notes, dietary interview transcripts)
• Structured interviews and peer feedback
• Reports or presentations delivered in simulated or real settings
- Teacher: Admin User