Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics

The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics Course is thoughtfully designed for nutritionists, aspiring nutrition professionals, wellness professionals, and healthcare enthusiasts

Take the 1st Step Toward Your Bright Future

Take the 1st Step Toward Your Bright Future

IICTN's Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics

Become a Certified Advanced Nutrition Expert

The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics Course is thoughtfully designed for nutritionists, aspiring nutrition professionals, wellness professionals, and healthcare enthusiasts who want to go beyond general nutrition

The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics at IICTN is a one-year course in therapeutic diets, nutrition care and health management. It is open after 12th in the science stream, runs in hybrid mode, and is offered as a 6-Month Diploma certified by IICTN and a 1-Year PG Diploma that carries a university certification.

Who can join

You can apply after 12th in the science stream. No entrance examination is required.

Duration, fees & certificate

One year, hybrid delivery — a 6-Month Diploma certified by IICTN, or a 1-Year PG Diploma that carries a university certification. For current fees and batch dates, call +91 8369791736 or use the enquiry form on this page.

Career scope in nutrition & dietetics

Graduates work in hospital dietetics, nutrition clinics, wellness centres, corporate health programmes and private practice.

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Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics

Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics

If you’re passionate about health through food, this course is the perfect to your journey. The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics Course is thoughtfully designed for nutritionists, aspiring nutrition professionals, wellness professionals, and healthcare enthusiasts who want to go beyond general nutrition and dive into the wellness-focused side of diet. This program equips your skills in professional nutrition care (MNT), condition-specific diet planning, weight control, and lifestyle-based health interventions. You’ll learn how to support individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity—using food as a powerful tool for healing and management.

Duration:

1 Year

Certification:

6-Month Diploma — certified by IICTN.
1-Year PG Diploma — carries a university certification.

Training:

Hybrid | Online

Eligibility:

12th Pass (Science)

  • Industry Aligned Curriculum – Designed to meet the evolving needs of advanced, wellness, and wellness-focused nutrition sectors.
  • Expert Led Learning – Train under experienced dietitians, Ayurvedic practitioners, and healthcare professionals. Hands-On Recognized
  • Certification – Enhance your professional credibility and open doors to advanced & freelance opportunities.
  • Career Versatility – Build a successful career in hospitals, wellness centres, fitness centres, or your own practice.
  • Holistic Approach – Integrates modern science with traditional systems like Ayurveda.
  • Client Cantered Skills – Learn effective counselling and personalized diet strategies for all age groups and health conditions.
  • Business & Marketing Strategies – Gain knowledge on pricing, client management & centre growth.
  • Fundamentals of Advanced Nutrition – Macronutrients, micronutrients & their role in health
  • Professional Nutrition Care (MNT) – Diet plans for diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases & obesity
  • Dietary Management for Chronic Illnesses – Cancer, kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, PCOS & thyroid imbalance
  • Wellness-focused Diet Planning – Customized diet strategies for various client needs
  • Pediatric & Geriatric Nutrition – Nutritional requirements across different life stages
  • Nutrition & Gut Health – Importance of probiotics, gut microbiome & digestive wellness
  • Advanced Food Science & Nutraceuticals – Functional foods, dietary supplements & superfoods
  • Entrepreneurship in Dietetics – Setting up your own nutrition practice, diet consultancy & online coaching

Full module list – 43 modules

These are the 43 modules taught in the Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics, listed exactly as they appear in the IICTN course brochure.

  • Clinical Dieticians in Demand
  • The Food Pyramid
  • Vitamins & Minerals
  • Concepts in Nutrition
  • Digestion Boosting Foods
  • Diet Counseling
  • Mindful Eating
  • Vegan Diet
  • Alternative Proteins
  • Ketogenic Diet
  • Eating for Mental Health / Cognitive Function
  • Eating for Mental Health
  • Plant Based Diet
  • Super Foods
  • Diet as per the Blood Group
  • Diet for Dehydration & Heat Stroke
  • Diet for Fertility, Conception & Lactation
  • Diet for Toddlers & Children
  • Clinical Diet for Diabetics
  • Diet for PCOD
  • Diet Relation to Chronic Diseases
  • Diet for Gut Health
  • Diet for Heart Patient
  • Diet for Thyroid Disease
  • Diet for Anaemic Patient
  • Diet for High Blood Pressure
  • Clinical Diet for Arthritis, Gout, Bone Porosity
  • Diet for Digestive Disorders
  • Diet for Urinary Disorders
  • Diet for Psoriasis/Skin Disorders
  • Diet for Tuberculosis
  • Diet for Cancer
  • Diet as per Organ Shape
  • Nutraceuticals - A Modern Concept
  • Diet for Weight gain
  • Detoxify your Body Organs
  • Pre Biotic / Pro Biotic
  • Women’s Health - Sodium Reduction
  • Diet for Sportsmen/Health Conscious Youth
  • Balanced Diet & Nutrition During Normal Life Cycle
  • Diet for Kidney
  • Diet for Gastro - Intestinal Diseases
  • Diet for Liver Diseases

Every IICTN programme also begins with a shared six-part professional standards module covering professional ethics, personal and centre hygiene, sterilisation and sanitation, hygiene and bacteriology, AIDS and hepatitis awareness, and client handling and people skills. Taught by expert MD and MS qualified faculty.

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Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics

Description: If you’re passionate about health through food, this course is the perfect to your journey. The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics Course is thoughtfully designed for nutritionists, aspiring dietitians, wellness professionals, and healthcare enthusiasts who want to go beyond general nutrition and dive into the wellness-focused side of diet. This program equips your skills in professional nutrition care (MNT), condition-specific diet planning, weight control, and lifestyle-based health interventions. You’ll learn how to support individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity—using food as a powerful tool for healing and management.

Duration:

1 Year

Certification:

6-Month Diploma — certified by IICTN.
1-Year PG Diploma — carries a university certification.

Training:

Hybrid | Online

Eligibility:

Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics — FAQs

Q: The eligibility says 12th Pass, Science. Does this mean only PCB or PCM students can apply, or can Arts and Commerce students apply too?

A: The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics is designed for 12th pass students from a Science stream, such as PCB or PCM. If your background is Arts, Commerce or another stream, please confirm your specific eligibility with an IICTN career counsellor, as this can vary by programme.

Q: What is the Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics?

A: It is a one-year programme at IICTN in clinical nutrition — the applied side of diet in a healthcare setting rather than general wellness coaching. The certificate is awarded as the Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics.

Q: How long is the course?

A: One year.

Q: How is the Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics different from the PG Diploma in Dietetics & Nutrition?

A: Both are one-year programmes. The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics is open to 12th pass students from a Science stream, while the PG Diploma in Dietetics & Nutrition is a postgraduate programme. If you are choosing between them, a counsellor can match the right one to your qualifications.

Q: How do I get the fees and batch schedule?

A: Call IICTN on +91 8369791736 or submit the enquiry form on this page, and a counsellor will share the current fees, batch dates and syllabus.

Q: How is this different from IICTN's PG Diploma in Dietetics & Nutrition?

A: The Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics is IICTN's 1-year diploma for 12th pass Science students, while the PG Diploma in Dietetics & Nutrition is a postgraduate-level programme for graduates and doctors. A counsellor can help you choose the one that matches your qualifications.

12th Pass (Science)

Program Highlights That Shape Careers

Discover expert-led training, globally recognized certifications, and hands-on experience designed to give you a competitive edge. These highlights ensure you’re job-ready and prepared to excel in the nutrition and dietetics industry.

Industry Aligned Curriculum

Designed to meet the evolving needs of advanced, wellness, and wellness-focused nutrition sectors.

Expert Led Learning

Train under experienced dietitians, Ayurvedic practitioners, and healthcare professionals. Hands-On Recognized

Certification

Enhance your professional credibility and open doors to advanced & freelance opportunities.

Career Versatility

Build a successful career in hospitals, wellness centres, fitness centres, or your own practice.

Holistic Approach

Integrates modern science with traditional systems like Ayurveda.

Client Cantered Skills

Learn effective counselling and personalized diet strategies for all age groups and health conditions.

What You’ll Learn In This Complete Program

Gain industry-ready skills, practical knowledge, and certifications in clinical dietetics and nutrition, all designed to shape you into a confident professional. From advanced techniques to hands-on training, this program covers everything you need to excel.
Clinical Nutrition

Advanced Nutrition

Macronutrients, micronutrients & their role in health

Medical Nutrition

Professional Nutrition

Diet plans for diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases & obesity

Dietary Management

Dietary Management

Cancer, kidney diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, PCOS & thyroid imbalance

Therapeutic Diet

Wellness-focused Diet

Customized diet strategies for various client needs

Geriatric Nutrition

Geriatric Nutrition

Nutritional requirements across different life stages

Nutrition Health

Nutrition Health

Importance of probiotics, gut microbiome & digestive wellness

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