A: No, there is not, just a positive attitude and passion for health, nutrition and fitness. The program is self-paced,so you can start anytime!

We don’t like to provide students a set number of hours they should allocate each week to their study to see their course completed, as it does differ greatly from student to student depending on their experience and academic ability. Instead, we’ve developed study guides that students can follow to keep them on track to complete the course within 6 or 12-month timeframes. These have been developed by using a guideline of completing 1-2 units per month.

– With one elective stream, there are 11 units in total

– With two elective streams, there are 14 units in total.

So, 1-2 units per month keeps the student on track to complete the course within the 12-month timeframe. The amount of hours required by the student to complete the 1-2 units per month is essentially dependent on the individual. 

We are here to support students with fast assessment marking and Live Virtual Support.

Frequently asked by students, the distinction between 11046NAT – Certificate IV in Nutrition and other courses on the market is significant, as it offers superior educational value and career outcomes. The advantages become clear when comparing the units of competency within the courses and ANZSCO Identifier (a code classifying occupations for which a student would qualify upon completing a training contract).

Upon graduating from 11046NAT – Certificate IV in Nutrition, students receive the ANZSCO Code 251112 | Classification Value Nutritionist. Other Nationally Recognised Training providers offer courses with career outcomes such as Health Promotion Officer or Weight Loss Consultant, and in some cases, the courses may be non-accredited. Choosing an accredited course can accelerate a students’ career goals and provide them with the necessary insurance cover.

Designed by the Nutrition Council Australia, the 11046NAT – Certificate IV in Nutrition aims to bridge the training gap in the Australian nutrition landscape below the university level. Nine of the fourteen units within this course focus on areas previously unavailable to students without attending university. These exclusive units are not found in any other course in Australia. Unrelated units that do not pertain to nutrition or client interactions have been eliminated by concentrating solely on nutrition knowledge and skills. This focused approach ensures a comprehensive nutrition education, enabling students to work with diverse clients with varying goals, such as promoting healthier food relationships, achieving body composition targets, or improving athletic performance.

Students should carefully examine the course unit breakdown to gain a clear understanding of the well-rounded nutrition education offered by VFA. It is crucial to remember that the knowledge acquired is far more valuable than any title earned upon completion. When evaluating any course, prioritise understanding the units contained. The 11046NAT – Certificate IV in Nutrition is Australia’s only Nationally Accredited and recognised Certificate IV, qualifying graduates as Nationally Recognised Nutritionists with the Nutrition Council Australia.

Non-accredited options on the short courses page offer more affordable personal development opportunities for those not seeking to use the nutrition course for their career.

A: Students who wish to work with patients who may be pregnant, have food intolerances, have chronic diseases, or are diagnosed with an illness should stop looking at all nutrition courses online and contact their local university about researching their pathway to becoming a Dietitian. 

To be qualified to treat pregnant patients or those with intolerances, chronic illness, or disease undertaking 4 – 5 years of study to become a Dietitian is what is required.

However, the 11046NAT – Certificate IV in Nutrition is designed to allow graduates to support the general population to support their health and nutrition-related goals.  This course would be perfect for those looking to improve results for their health and wellness coaching clients, personal training clients, or work with the generally otherwise healthy population.

Graduates of this advanced nutritionist course will possess the hands-on skills and in-depth knowledge required to provide customised nutrition plans and personalised advice to help clients achieve their health and wellness goals. Gone are the days of generic plans that don’t work. Graduates will be equipped with the necessary tools to develop tailored solutions that yield client results.

A: Work placement is not required when completing 11046NAT – Certificate IV in Nutrition. The course contains theory and practical tasks that can be completed at home.

The MPT program is the blueprint to success that has been battle-tested in the trenches, so bet on yourself and go all in; your career is worth it!

A: The PNC Certification, integrated into this program, is specifically based on our unique nutrition coaching methods acquired from over 300,000 client appointments as practitioners.

These have been designed through years of real-world experience, blended with the latest cutting-edge scientific research.

It is not a run-of-the-mill nutrition certification. It’s designed to help you get results immediately whilst ensuring your clients progress safely and effectively.

A: A ton! From day one, you get access to our student community with weekly live calls and the ability to communicate directly with our master coaches and student support team. We take pride in helping our students transition into their new careers smoothly and quickly.

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We find most students choose to start up their own consultation business within this field, so they aren’t restricted in who they consult. Many graduates will also work from local allied health facilities, gyms and even beauty salons. Most businesses like this have rooms available to rent to serve a mutual benefit to both parties.

Ensuring graduates have the correct insurance policy cover is critical in business. Nutrition Council Australia has created an Allied Health Professional Indemnity / Public Liability insurance policy with AON Insurance. This insurance allows graduates to legally practise as Nutritionists under the Nutrition Council Australia Scope of Practice in their nutritionist business.

A: Upon completion, graduates will be qualified Nutritionists which can open up potential career opportunities as:

• Sports Nutrition Coach
• Health and Wellness Coach
• Functional Nutrition Consultant
• Recipe Developer
• Food Blogger or Content Creator
• Corporate Wellness Coach
• Hospitality Consultant
• Online Store Owner
• Market Stall Holder
• Health food store or supplement store retailer