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Clinical Nutritionist Training

Clinical nutritionists apply biochemical and physiological principles to promote health. The field of clinical nutrition also recognizes biochemical differences among individuals. A career in this area requires distinct training.

  1. Job Duties

    • A clinical nutritionist assesses a person's nutritional needs to help her achieve normal physiological functioning. He does this using tests and observations with such input as lifestyle factors, case history and physical signs.

    Skills

    • In order to perform their duties, clinical nutritionists should be familiar with biochemical and physiological processes, as well as various aspects of nutrition. They also require some awareness of nutrition counseling aspects.

    Training

    • The Clinical Nutrition Certification Board provides certification as a certified clinical nutritionist for applicants that pass an examination the board conducts. The board also provides training to applicants for the certification. And a number of universities confer degrees in human nutrition.

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