Senior Technician in Dietetics
Center code (08074082)
Introduction of the Cycle
He Higher Technician in Dietetics It enables you to develop healthy eating plans, monitor food quality and advise patients and groups on nutrition. This is a key profile in the healthcare and food sector, with a high demand for jobs.In Forma-t Group We offer you complete training with professionals in the sector, internships in specialized centers and a flexible itinerary that adapts to your pace of study. The Higher Degree Training Cycle in Dietetics trains students to promote health through food and nutrition, designing balanced and personalized diets. It is aimed at those who wish to work in the field of nutrition and health.
General Competencies
This training cycle qualifies you to perform key functions in the planning and control of food. Upon completion, you will be able to:- Develop and supervise Diets adapted to the needs of each patient
- Evaluate the nutritional status and propose dietary interventions
- Develop programs of nutritional education for disease prevention
- Monitor the food quality and safety in food establishments and services
- Apply scientific and regulatory criteria in dietary planning
Qualification
Upon completion of the cycle, the student obtains the official title of Higher Technician in Dietetics, nationally recognized and valid for practice in the field of health and nutrition.Duration, Schedule and Modality
Duration: 2,000 hours (approximately 2 academic years).Mode: In person and online (subject to availability).
Schedules: Morning and afternoon shifts.
Modules and Subjects
- Organization and Management of the Work Area
- Balanced diet
- Diet therapy
- Microbiology and Food Hygiene
- Health Education and Health Promotion
- Food Control
- Applied Pathophysiology to Dietetics
- Relationships in the Work Environment
- First aid
- Training and Career Guidance
- Training in Workplaces (FCT)
- Synthesis Project
- ICT Workshop: Introduction to Digital Tools
Internships in Centers
Carried out in health centres, food companies and diet centres.Scholarships and Funding
To facilitate access to training, we offer different options scholarships and grants:- State Scholarships: grants awarded by the Ministry of Education to students who meet certain academic and financial requirements.
- Regional Grants: Subsidies offered by the autonomous communities to promote vocational training.
- Agreements with financial institutions that offer financing options to cover tuition and other expenses associated with training.
- Forma-t Group's own scholarshipsAt Grupo Forma-t we believe in accessible training for all, offering our students the opportunity to access quality vocational training, without economic circumstances being a barrier. For this reason, we offer various scholarships of our own.
Continuing Education
This training cycle allows you to continue your education and access:- Higher Education Cycles of the health branch
- University degrees related to nutrition and health
- Specialization courses, which will allow you a higher level of employability and improve your training in specific areas of the health sector
Testimonials
Career Opportunities
Once titled as Higher Technician in Dietetics, you will be able to work in:
- Hospitals and health centers
- Nutrition and dietetics clinics
- Nutrition and wellness education centers
- Food sector companies
- Sports centers and gyms
Access
Requirements for Studying Vocational Training
Shortcut:
- Title of Baccalaureate or equivalent
- Title of Intermediate Technician from the same professional family
- Having overcome the university entrance exam for people over 25 years old
Access by test: If you do not meet the above requirements, you can access through a higher grade entrance exam
Validations
Students with professional experience in this sector can validate the training units recognised through our Advice and Recognition Service. They can also be totally or partially exempt from the internship module. In addition, those with previous qualifications can request the corresponding validations provided for by the regulations.
Request information without obligation, our advisory team will help you.
Student Profile
The Higher Degree Training Course in Dietetics is aimed at students interested in nutrition, health and well-being, as well as in food management in different contexts. This course is ideal for those who want to understand how proper nutrition and healthy habits can influence people's health and quality of life.
A good level of knowledge in subjects such as biology, nutrition and chemistry is recommended, as well as an interest in the practical aspects of dietetics and health promotion. A basic knowledge of English is also suggested, as much of the technical and scientific literature is in this language.
Curriculum
Curriculum and Schedule
Title obtained
Senior Technician in Dietetics
Schedules
Schedules designed to combine theoretical training at the center's facilities and practical training in dietetic offices, hospitals and collaborating health centers. The face-to-face modality is the main one, although the center can offer options tailored to specific needs.
Subjects or Modules per Course
- Organization and Management of the Work Area
- Balanced diet
- Diet therapy
- Microbiology and Food Hygiene
- Health Education and Health Promotion
- Food Control
- Applied Pathophysiology to Dietetics
- Relationships in the Work Environment
- First aid
- Training and Career Guidance
- Training in Workplaces (FCT)
- Synthesis Project
- ICT Workshop: Introduction to Digital Tools
School Term
Annual, distributed over two academic years.
Professional Internships
Practical training in professional environments such as dietetic offices, hospitals and health centres, where students apply their knowledge in the preparation and supervision of diets, as well as in the promotion of healthy habits.
Project Module
Module aimed at the integration and practical application of learning in the professional field, carried out in collaboration with health centres or institutions related to food and nutrition.
Competencies / Learning outcomes
Basic Competencies
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the field of nutrition and dietetics, applying the fundamental principles acquired since secondary education and updated with the advances in the discipline.
- Apply the knowledge acquired in the health and food fields, demonstrating skills to solve practical problems and propose solutions adapted to specific situations.
- Gather and interpret relevant nutrition and food data to make informed judgments on scientific, ethical, or social issues related to health and well-being.
- Communicate information, ideas and proposals related to food and nutrition to different audiences, both specialized and non-specialized.
- Develop skills that allow students to pursue higher education or specializations related to food, with a high degree of autonomy and learning capacity.
Specific Competencies
- Nutritional assessment: Knowing and understanding the technical and clinical foundations of nutrition and dietetics, assessing the nutritional needs of individuals and groups at different stages of life.
- Diet preparation: Design, prepare and supervise personalized diets adapted to the specific needs of each individual or group, including health and illness situations.
- Hygienic-dietary control: Controlling the hygienic-sanitary quality of food, supervising its conservation, handling and food safety at all stages of the food chain.
- Health promotion: Develop strategies to promote healthy habits and food education in different environments, contributing to improving community well-being.
- Multidisciplinary work: Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams in the healthcare field, integrating with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for the patient or user.
- Regulations and ethics: Apply legal, ethical and safety regulations related to food, public health and social welfare.
- Innovation and technology: Be able to implement innovations and advanced technologies in nutritional care procedures and in the promotion of food health.
Transversal Competencies
- Teamwork: Collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams, valuing and respecting the contributions of other professionals in the health and food fields.
- Effective communication: Transmit information, procedures and conclusions clearly and accurately, in both written and oral formats, to diverse audiences.
- Continuing education: Maintain a commitment to continuous learning, keeping up to date with scientific and technological advances in the field of nutrition and dietetics.
- Professional ethics: Act responsibly, ethically and professionally, respecting legal regulations, patient rights and good practices in the field of food health.
Tuition
Tuition
At Forma-t you have the option of enrolling online, through this website, or directly through the advisory team at the Barcelona or Madrid center.
Contact us at info@grupoformat.com and we will guide you so that you can enroll quickly and efficiently.
Contact
If you have any questions or problems during the self-registration period, you can contact us:
- Phone: 93 432 97 97
- E-mail: info@grupoformat.com
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