
How to Become a Dietitian in Australia
The path to becoming a practising dietitian in Australia requires first and foremost, a tertiary qualification. Throughout Australia, there are a variety of undergraduate and masters level programmes which when complete satisfy the entry-level requirements for the profession. To maintain the educational standard of dietitians in Australia, each program must satisfy the accreditation requirements of the Dietitians Australia governing body. A list of currently universities and their accredited dietetic programs in each state can be found here: Accredited Dietetics Education Programs. Accredited Practising Dietitian After obtaining a tertiary qualification in dietetics, you typically also need to maintain a registration with the national governing body: Dietitians Australia (DA). The majority of employers in Australia require proof not only of your education (graduate certificate), but also professional registration and up-to-date skills which…