Nutrition Assistant

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Areas Of Interest:   Medical Professional Support Services
Certificate Level:  Certificate IV
Certificate Name:  Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Certificate Description:  As a Nutrition Assistant you would provide therapeutic and program related support under the guidance of nutritionists and/or dieticians.
Code:  HLT43015
Work Type:  Helping & Advising

Skills & Knowledge you will learn

Communicate and work in health or community services
Work with diverse people
Manage legal and ethical compliance
Recognise healthy body systems
Confirm physical health status
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
Assist with planning and evaluating meals and menus to meet recommended dietary guidelines
Assist with monitoring and modification of meals and menus according to individualised plans
Support food services in menu and meal order processing
Assist with screening and implementation of therapeutic diets
Address the needs of people with chronic disease
Support the provision of basic nutrition advice and education
Facilitate responsible behaviour
Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
Use business technology