NUTR4002

Clinical Nutritional Science B

Course Information

These course outlines are a guide only. They are provided for the information of prospective students. Although every effort is made to ensure the most up to date information is provided, timetables often change each semester due to the availability of rooms and resources. Content (including lecture/practical topics, assessment and textbooks) is also regularly reviewed to ensure relevance and effective learning.

Unit of Study Overview

All students must achieve competency in the 3 clinical areas of individual case management (ICM), community/public health and food service dietetics. Students undertake ICM training at one, two or more hospitals/clinical sites. Community/public health placements occur at community nutrition centres, public health units and non-government organisations. Food service placements are usually part of a hospital food service department or other institution. The semester is typically of 20-22 weeks duration and placement starts outside of standard university semester dates (usually late June/early July) to accommodate this.

Course Coordinator Contact Details

Ms Margaret Nicholson

Room: 477

Telephone: 02 9351 6020

E-mail: margaret.nicholson@sydney.edu.au

Timetable

Full time attendance of clinical practical placement at ICM/community/public health/food service sites.

Note: This unit of study will commence prior to the start of semester.

Assessment

Assessment is based on the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA) competencies. Students will be assessed on their ability to perform as an entry-level-dietitian. Successfully meeting all competencies is worth 50%. There are 2 assignments both worth 25% each.