ADVANCED DIPLOMА IN FOOD NUTRITION AND DIETETICS

Basic to Super Speciality

Duration: 3 Months (12 Weeks)

WHAT YOU GET WITH
THIS PROGRAМ

We utilize advanced techniques including:

Supplement Guides PDF

Skin Nutrition Protocols

Case Study Workbook

Al tools for nutritionists

Course Modules

MODULE 1 FOUNDATIONS OF NUTRITION (BASIC)

Unit 1

Introduction to Nutrition Science

  • Role of nutrition in health & disease
  • Levels of nutrition: cellular to population
  • Nutrients: macro & micro overview
  • Nutrition across life cycle
  • Nutritional epidemiology basics

 

Unit 2

Macronutrients

  • Carbohydrates: types, GI, GL, insulin response
  • Proteins: biological value, PDCAAS, amino acids
  • Fats: saturated, MUFA, PUFA, omega 3/6/9, trans fats
  • Fiber: soluble vs insoluble

Unit 3

Micronutrients

  • Vitamins: fat & water soluble
  • Minerals: macro & trace
  • Deficiency, toxicity, interactions
  • RDA, EAR, UL concepts

Unit 4

Digestion & Absorption

  • GIT anatomy & physiology
  • Digestive enzymes
  • Gut barrier & permeability
  • Factors affecting absorption

MODULE 2 APPLIED & ADVANCED NUTRITION

Unit 1

Nutritional Biochemistry

  • Metabolism of carbs, fats, proteins
  • АТР, ТСА сycle (simplified)
  • Hormonal regulation (insulin, cortisol, thyroid)
  • Oxidative stress & antioxidant

Unit 2

Diet Planning & Assessment

  • Diet surveys & methods
  • BMR, TDEE, body composition
  • Meal planning principles
  • Exchange lists
  • Food labels & claims

Unit 3

Functional Nutrition

  •  Superfoods & nutraceuticals
  • Phytochemicals
  • Adaptogens
  • Anti-inflammatory diets
  • Elimination diets

MODULE 3 CLINICAL NUTRITION (CORE)

Unit 1

Medical Nutrition Therapy

  • Obesity & metabolic syndrome
  • Diabetes (Type 1, 2, GDM)
  • PCOS & infertility
  • Thyroid disorders
  • Hypertension & CVD

Unit 2

Gastrointestinal Disorders

  • IBS, IBD
  • GERD
  • Fatty liver
  • Gall bladder disorders
  • Constipation, bloating

Unit 3

Renal & Liver Nutritio

  • CKD stages
  • Dialysis nutrition
  • Cirrhosis
  • Hepatitis
  • Fluid & electrolyte balance

MODULE 4 ADVANCED DIETETICS

Unit 1

Dermat Nutrition

  • Skin anatomy & physiology
  • Acne, pigmentation, eczema, psoriasis
  • Anti-ageing nutrition
  • Collagen nutrition
  • Hair fall & scalp health
  • Skin supplements (glutathione, collagen, biotin)

 

Unit 2

Gut Health & Microbiome

  • Gut-brain axis
  • Probiotics vs prebiotic
  • Dysbiosis
  • Leaky gut

Unit 3

Hormonal & Women’s Health

  • PCOS / PCOD
  • Menopause
  • PMS
  • Endometriosis
  • Fertility nutrition

Unit 4

Sports & Fitness Nutrition

  • Pre/post workout nutrition
  • Muscle gain & fat loss
  • Supplements: whey, creatine, BCAA
  • Hydration
  • Athlete meal plans

MODULE 5 MODERN & FUTURE NUTRITION (HIGH DEMAND)

Unit 1

Trending Nutrition Topics

  • Personalized nutrition
  • Nutrigenomics
  • Epigenetics
  • Intermittent fasting
  • Keto & low carb
  • Plant-based & vegan nutrition

Unit 2

Supplements & Functional Products

  • Evidence-based supplementation
  • Fat burners
  • Gut supplements
  • Skin supplements
  • Reading supplement labels

MODULE 6 PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE & BUSINESS

Unit 1

Diet Counseling Skills

  • Personalized nutrition
  • Client assessment
  • Case history
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Behavior change psychology
  • Ethics & legal aspects

 

Unit 2

Practice Building & Personal Brand

  • How to start clinic
  • Online consultation setup
  • Pricing models
  • Instagram & YouTube for nutritionists
  • Content strategyemiology basics

Find frequently asked questions and
important information about us

1. Who can enroll in the courses at ISCA?

Our programs are designed primarily for doctors who want to expand their practice into aesthetic medicine. Fresh graduates from MBBS, MS, BAMS, BHMS, BDS and practitioners from various medical backgrounds can apply.

2. Do the courses include practical hands-on training?

Yes. ISCA focuses strongly on hands-on learning with live demonstrations and supervised practical sessions to help you gain real clinical confidence.

3. Will I receive a certification after completing the course?

Yes. Participants receive internationally recognized and UK board–recognized certifications upon successful completion of the program.

4. Do I need prior experience in cosmetology or aesthetics?

No prior experience is required. Our curriculum starts with foundational concepts and gradually progresses to advanced aesthetic procedures.

5. Does ISCA help with clinic setup after the course?

Yes. We provide mentorship, guidance on clinic setup, and assistance with selecting the right equipment and treatment protocols.

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