How to become a Sports Dietitian
Dietitians/nutritionists are trained to provide a wide range of professional services to promote health and well-being in individuals, groups and communities. Not all nutritionists are dietitians. Dietitians must have undertaken a nutrition and dietetic course accredited by the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) to be eligible for membership to DAA. If you are considering choosing a career in nutrition and dietetics visit the DAA website for information regarding suitable tertiary courses and career opportunities. Most courses are 4-5 years in duration.
Sports Nutrition is a new and emerging area within Nutrition. Once you have completed a degree in nutrition and dietetics and are eligible for membership to DAA you can complete further study in the field of Sports Nutrition. To become a full member of Sports Dietitians Australia (SDA) you need to be a full member of DAA and have completed an SDA accredited sports nutrition unit. The SDA website provides details of accredited units.
