Nutritionist

area of activity

The scope of activities includes nutritional counseling in the context of health promotion and prevention, planning, implementation and monitoring of nutritional therapies, and counseling of patients.

Professional Qualification/further training

The professional qualification for the practice of the profession of a nutritionist is possessed by those who:

a) proves with a diploma the completion of a training of at least three years at a recognized training institution for nutrition counseling and

b) proves at least one year of dependent activity as a nutritionist after graduation. Practical activities during the training can be taken into account.

Special features

The nutritionist compiles, in particular on the basis of a doctor's prescription for patients, the food that is beneficial for them and can conduct information or cooking courses for specific patient groups.

Approval procedures and requirements

Pursuant to Health Law Art. 7 ff and Health Ordinance Art. 41 to 42.