M.Sc Clinical Nutrition at CMC Vellore Offline Course

Clinical nutrition is an applied health science which involves translating the science of nutrition and food to promote good health. In short, it is Nutrition, Food and Health. Clinical Nutritionists are highly valued healthcare professionals. They Development with affiliation from Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. It is a Masters- assist individuals and family in choosing nutritious food in health or disease, develop modified diets and participate in nutrition research. The Department of Dietetics at Christian Medical College is a clinical support department which offers food services to patients, diet counselling for both hospitalized patients as well as out-patients requiring medical nutrition therapy. Teaching nursing students as well as other healthcare team members in nutrition and dietetics is a core function. The department is actively engaged in collaborative research, public awareness and nutrition programs. It is recognized by the Indian Dietetic Association for registered dietitian internship training program for candidates who aspire to become registered dietitians. M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition is a two year in-service training program followed by six months ofcompulsory residential internship. The focus is on practical aspects, hands on experience and exposure to real life situations. Emphasis is placed on clinical dietetics and management of food services in hospitals. The course inculcates in students the art and science of medical nutrition therapy, fundamentals of organization and management of food services in hospitals. The course is designed for students with a bachelor's degree in nutrition who want to embark on a career as a registered dietitian