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It is absolutely essential to have knowledge (both theoretical and 1 practical) of the subject areas of nutrition, food science, food composition, t clinical nutrition and dietetics or the more recently used terminologies r P such as medical nutrition therapy or medical nutrition management. – For this, the clinical nutritionist and dietitian needs to have thorough e knowledge and understanding of the basic biological and physical sciences c including chemistry, biology, physiology, biochemistry. Since food safety, i c especially in institutional settings, is critical, s/he must have knowledge of y microbiology and food microbiology and safety, food quality and assurance, i food laws and regulations, physics to be able to effectively use and ensure m maintenance of the various equipments used in food preparation, storage F d and service. Knowledge of food service management including quantity n food production is essential. Basic knowledge and understanding of y bookkeeping and accounts, record–keeping, management, especially g personnel management, are important. One of the most important aspects l o of the job profile of a dietitian is counselling patients. Disease changes E the body and mind. It can have a major impact on both the physiological n and mental/emotional condition of the body. Counselling is an art and a a science. A dietitian requires knowledge of psychology, sociology, education m H and counselling in order to become a good diet counsellor. Clinical nutritionists would need to have additional knowledge of epidemiology and the patterns of prevalence and incidence of nutritional disorders and diseases, skills in surveying patient populations, laboratory research using biochemical parameters, skill in conducting experimental research with patients to find out the usefulness of various diets, drugs and nutritional supplements. Preparing for a Career In order to choose any of the career options offered by Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, you need to have passed 10+2 level followed by completion of a B.Sc. degree in Home Science or B.Sc. with a specialisation in Nutrition / Food Technology. In case you want to be a dietitian you must at least complete a Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics with an internship to qualify to be a registered dietitian. Those who have a B.Sc. degree in Home Science, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Biotechnology can enter this area at the Postgraduate Diploma level. M.Sc. in Food Science and Nutrition or Dietetics helps one to specialise in this field and are preferred in many places of employment A dietitian, after finishing her/his university education, can go further and qualify to obtain the credential of a “Registered Dietitian”. Many countries have regulatory laws regarding this. If you choose a career focussing on teaching and research, a number 40 of options open up in universities, colleges and research institutions. In order to qualify for teaching posts it is now essential to successfully clear Reprint 2026-27