Nutrition and Dietetics

certificate in nutrition and dietetics

About Nutrition and Dietetics

The growing incidence of preventable diseases, alongside the emergence of new health challenges and food insecurity, highlights the urgent need for comprehensive training in nutrition and dietetics. This programme responds to the demand for skilled professionals capable of addressing these issues effectively.

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, advancements in information and communication technology (ICT) necessitate an updated training curriculum that aligns with current market needs. Our programme aims to enhance operational research to meet Kenya’s developmental goals and combat malnutrition across the region. By integrating nutrition activities into broader development initiatives, we empower communities, NGOs, and government bodies to improve nutritional outcomes and foster healthier populations.

Access to quality education and accurate information is crucial in this endeavor. Without the right resources, the skills and awareness necessary to tackle malnutrition cannot be developed. Every individual deserves the right to proper nutrition.

Beta Care Training Institute is committed to producing highly skilled nutritionists who will deliver essential health care services to Kenyans

Objectives of the Programme

The Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics aims to:

  • Equip students with the knowledge and skills for accurate nutrition assessment, diagnosis, and recommendations.
  • Provide understanding of the management principles for nutritional disorders.
  • Foster awareness of food preferences in individuals and communities to promote healthy eating habits.
  • Train students in nutrition education and counseling for individuals and communities.
  • Develop skills for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating nutrition projects and programmes.
  • Offer knowledge for dietary management of various diseases in individual and community settings, including emergencies.
  • Encourage innovation and entrepreneurship in food nutrition and dietetics.
  • Prepare graduates to contribute to national and international nutrition and dietetics policies.
  • Highlight the importance of collaboration with stakeholders in addressing nutrition-related issues.
  • Engage students in community-based research and emerging nutrition topics.

Roles and Responsibilities

Upon completion of the programme, nutrition and dietetics graduates will be prepared to:

  • Engage in nutrition and dietetic services within health facilities and communities.
  • Educate consumers about nutrition and dietetics at individual, family, and community levels.
  • Manage interventions for individuals with special needs and emerging issues.
  • Assist in community nutrition planning and develop interventions for disasters and emergencies.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to mobilize groups focused on nutrition and dietetics.
  • Sensitize other professionals in the community regarding nutrition and dietetic requirements.
  • Participate in operational research and stay updated on emerging trends.
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate nutrition programmes, including surveillance at all levels.

Where do Nutrition and Dietetics Graduates work?

Graduates of the Certificate in Nutrition and Dietetics will possess the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to:

  • Provide quality nutrition and dietetic practices in diverse settings, including emergencies.
  • Engage in independent learning and reflective practices for strategic self-evaluation and management.
  • Practice ethically and professionally in a dynamic work environment.
  • Apply interdisciplinary approaches to promote well-being and manage nutrition-related problems.
  • Demonstrate commitment to professional development within the nutrition and dietetics field.
  • Take a leadership role in addressing nutrition and dietetics challenges.

Course Details

An individual entering this course should have any of the following minimum requirements:

  1. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Certificate (D plain and above)      

The duration of a certificate in nutrition and dietetics is:

  • One year – Including 3 months of attachment placement. 

There will be:

  1. Continuous internal assessments coordinated by BCTI
  2. External Competence assessment at completion of course coordinated by TVET CDACC

You must undergo an industrial attachment for a period of 3 months in a recognized hospital.

If successfully completed, the candidate will be awarded a certificate by TVET CDACC and Beta Care Training Institute during graduation.

Students who have successfully completed their Certificate program can choose to advance to Diploma and even Bachelor’s

9,000 per month or 27k per Trimester. This includes

  • Bed and mattress
  • 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch and supper)
  • 2 teas (10 am and 4 pm)
  • Free WiFi
  • Hot showers 
  • Good security

Your application will not be processed before the payment is received.

The 1,000/- application fee should be paid through Direct Deposit to:

  • Bank: Co-operative Bank
  • Branch: Githunguri
  • Account name: Beta Care Training Institute
  • Account no: 1192538722900

You can also pay via Lipa na M-Pesa; Paybill

  • Business number: 400222
  • Account number: 7229#ID No

Reporting Date for next Intake

January 2025

Please call 0708177909 for more information. 

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