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Learn the different dietary approaches for the management of chronic disease, diabetes, and cardiovascular conditions.
Delivered by leading experts in the field, this online course focuses on the role of nutrition and diet in the management and prevention of major nutrition-related disease states.
- This course is for medical doctors, International Medical Graduates, registered nurses and degree-qualified health professionals.
- Gain an insight into the Professional Diploma of Medical Nutrition Management and get Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) if you choose to continue.
- CPD-accredited and university-assured.
100% online
$445
Special rates available
31.5 hrs
Self-paced
- Holistically manage your patients' health and improve outcomes.
- Identify dietary strategies for managing chronic conditions.
- Debunk myths about carbohydrates in health management.
- Support your patient’s cardiovascular health through dietary plans.
- Attract new patients by incorporating nutrition counselling into your practice.
Get unlimited access to all course content, additional learning materials, ongoing post-course support, and more.
Understanding the nutritional needs of patients with diabetes.
Learn the latest trends in cardiovascular nutrition.
If you're not interested in pursuing a full certificate in this field but simply want to enhance your skills in specific topics covered in this course, you can access the content of this and other courses for a flat fee of $83 per month (paid annually) within HealthCert 365.
Program Head, Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice, Bond University
Associate Dean of Research, Bond University
Professor Liz Isenring is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian passionate about improving the quality of life of patients and their carers via evidence-based nutrition. Liz is Head of Program for the Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice, and the Associate Dean of Research for the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine at Bond University. She is recognised internationally as an expert in nutrition during treatment for cancer and for older adults. Liz has held several leadership positions including in AuSPEN, Dietitian Connection and MASCC, has published over 130 peer-reviewed papers and received more than $3 million AUS in research funding.
Study at your own pace and to your own schedule.
Easily meet your CPD requirements and gain valuable skills – all in one place for $83 per month.
Bundle two courses and save 5%, or three courses and save 10% upon enrolment.
Talk to us about deferred payment options, registrar scholarships and special rates.
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RACGP Activity Number | Activity Title | Education Hours | Performance Hours | Total Hours | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
482811 | Latest trends in cardiovascular nutrition | 482811 | 5 | 6 | 11 |
480507 | Dietary approaches for the management of chronic disease including Mediterranean, MIND, vegetarian, high protein, low GI | 480507 | 4.5 | 6 | 10.5 |
482800 | Are carbs the enemy? Understanding the nutritional needs of patients with diabetes | 482800 | 4 | 6 | 10 |
Grand Total | 31.5 |
Outcome measurement activities are not a requirement of our professional and advanced certificates. You may use an optional HealthCert outcome measurement activity or develop your own.
HealthCert provides several options to meet your outcome measurement hours requirement. These options are self-submitted activities and hours may vary depending on your focus area.
The purpose of outcome measurement activities is to improve your clinical confidence in managing an identified learning gap. The outcome improvement activities are designed to examine current clinical care, align clinical practice with best practice standards and identify opportunities for improvement.
This course is for medical practitioners who wish to utilise nutrition as a key component of improving patient outcomes, especially focusing on dietary approaches for the management of chronic disease, diabetes, and cardiovascular health.
The course is suitable for general practitioners, medical doctors, degree-qualified nurses who work under their supervision, and International Medical Graduates. The course assumes no prior knowledge or training in the field.
Participants do not have to pass an IELTS test but, as the courses are delivered in English, proficiency in listening, reading and writing English is assumed.
Participants will require access to a computer/laptop, an internet connection and a basic level of technology proficiency to access and navigate the online learning portal.
Professionally recognised qualifications and prior studies may be recognised for entry into this course if the learning outcomes match exactly. Please ask a HealthCert Education Advisor for an individual assessment of your prior qualifications and experience.
Outcome measurement activities are not a requirement. You may use an optional HealthCert outcome measurement activity or develop your own.
Upon successful completion of the course requirements, course participants will receive the Primary Certificate
This primary certificate:
To learn more about the delivery of certificates in Australia and overseas, please visit our FAQs.
Fast-track your studies and receive financial credit into further courses
Complete the Primary Certificate as a standalone course or continue onto the HealthCert Professional Certificate of Medical Nutrition Management.
Upon completion of this Primary Certificate, you will receive partial Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and cost savings towards the Professional Certificate course which is stage one of the three-part Professional Diploma program in Medical Nutrition Management, quality-assured by Bond University.
The full program consists of the Professional Certificate, Advanced Certificate, and Professional Diploma of Medical Nutrition Management.
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Fees will vary based on the program and study option selected (fully online vs online + optional practical workshop). Payments can be made upfront or in monthly instalments. Special rates and various payment options are available. GP registrars and doctors in training enjoy a scholarship of up to $500. Talk to us to learn more.
Completion of any HealthCert course or attendance at an event will enable you to access the HealthCert Alumni Program which includes:
HealthCert Education is pleased to issue digital credentials for alumni. Digital credentials are a permanent online record of your successful completion of a HealthCert course and are issued to all course participants in addition to PDF certificates. If you are based in Australia, you also have the option to order a hard copy of your digital certificate for a small additional fee.
Want to stay up-to-date with the latest case studies, podcasts, free video tutorials and medical research articles pertinent to primary care?
Our Education Advisors can assist you with any queries and tailor our education pathway to suit your current expertise, interests and career goals.