Duration: 6 Months | Mode: 100% Online (Study + Exam)
📦 Printed Certificate & Course Handbook Couriered After Completion
Eligibility: MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BUMS, BAMS, BNYS, BEMS, Physiotherapy, and other medical professionals
📘 Course Description
The Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics (PGDND) is a 6-month online program meticulously designed for healthcare professionals aiming to master clinical nutrition, therapeutic diets, disease-specific nutrition plans, and preventive dietary strategies. This program bridges the gap between diet science and clinical application, enabling doctors and practitioners to offer nutritional consultation, meal planning, and dietary counseling as part of their daily medical practice.
Participants will:
Learn 100% online at their own pace
Appear for final exams online
Receive a printed certificate and study handbook couriered post-completion
🎯 Key Features
✅ Comprehensive understanding of nutrition and clinical dietetics
✅ Diet planning for diabetes, cardiac disease, renal disorders, obesity, pediatrics, pregnancy, and geriatrics
✅ Build confidence in nutrition counseling and therapeutic prescription
✅ Designed for medical professionals managing lifestyle disorders and chronic illnesses
📚 20-Module Detailed Syllabus – PGDND
Module 1: Introduction to Human Nutrition
Basic principles of nutrition
Macronutrients & micronutrients
Digestion, absorption & metabolism
Nutrition in health and disease
Module 2: Nutritional Biochemistry
Role of enzymes and metabolism
Glycemic index & load
Protein metabolism and nitrogen balance
Lipid metabolism and energy systems
Module 3: Food Groups and Nutritional Composition
Food pyramids and portion control
Understanding food labels
Calorie calculation and nutrient density
Indian diet diversity and regional patterns
Module 4: Clinical Nutrition Assessment
Anthropometric measurements (BMI, WHR, MUAC)
Dietary recall and 24-hour food logs
Biochemical markers and lab tests in nutrition
Nutritional diagnosis and red flags
Module 5: Therapeutic Nutrition in Diabetes
Diabetic diet planning
Glycemic control and carb exchange
Sugar alternatives and fiber-rich diets
Counseling for diabetic patients
Module 6: Cardiac Nutrition
DASH diet and heart-healthy eating
Fats, cholesterol, and BP management
Salt restriction, potassium, and omega-3s
Post-MI and heart failure diet plans
Module 7: Renal Nutrition
CKD and dialysis-specific diets
Protein restriction and potassium management
Fluid allowance, phosphorus, and sodium regulation
Food charts and meal templates
Module 8: Gastrointestinal & Liver Nutrition
Diet in constipation, diarrhea, IBD
Diet after surgery, ulcer management
Fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis diets
Probiotics and gut health
Module 9: Pediatric Nutrition
Nutrition during infancy and weaning
Growth chart interpretation
School-age and adolescent nutrition
Iron, calcium, and vitamin needs in children
Module 10: Nutrition During Pregnancy
Nutritional needs by trimester
Folic acid, iron, calcium intake
Weight gain targets and supplementing
Hyperemesis, anemia, and gestational diabetes
Module 11: Nutrition During Lactation
Nutrient requirements during breastfeeding
Foods to promote milk production
Safe herbal options and hydration
Lactation myths and truths
Module 12: Geriatric Nutrition
Common deficiencies in older adults
Easy-to-chew, high-fiber diet options
Bone health (calcium, D3), immunity
Managing chronic diseases with diet
Module 13: Obesity and Weight Management
Causes of obesity and assessment tools
Caloric deficit, portion planning, meal prepping
Fat burners, keto, intermittent fasting
Counseling strategies and motivation tips
Module 14: Nutrition in Sports and Fitness
Pre- and post-workout nutrition
Protein supplements – risks & benefits
Hydration strategies and recovery foods
Diet for strength vs endurance athletes
Module 15: Food Allergies & Intolerances
Lactose, gluten intolerance, nut allergy
Elimination and reintroduction diets
Allergen-free meal planning
Reading labels for hidden allergens
Module 16: Immunity & Functional Foods
Role of vitamins, antioxidants, and superfoods
Immune-boosting meal plans
Probiotics, prebiotics, and fermented foods
Nutraceuticals and adaptogens
Module 17: Nutrition in Cancer & Chronic Illness
Nutrition during chemo/radiation
Appetite loss, cachexia, and oral nutrition
Diet in autoimmune and degenerative diseases
High-protein and antioxidant-rich diets
Module 18: Diet Counseling and Communication
Basics of dietary counseling and behavior change
Motivational interviewing techniques
Counseling tools, charts, and trackers
Managing resistant or non-compliant patients
Module 19: Diet Plan Design and Customization
Creating individualized meal plans
1200/1500/1800 kcal templates
Vegetarian, vegan, and therapeutic meal charts
Nutrient trackers and food diary templates
Module 20: Final Assessment & Certification
Online final exam (MCQ + case-based scenarios)
Submission of 1 clinical diet plan (optional)
E-certificate + Printed Certificate couriered
Printed Handbook on Nutrition & Dietetics couriered
📦 Post-Completion Benefits:
📘 Printed Book on Nutrition and Dietetics
📜 Hard Copy Certificate sent via courier
📞 WhatsApp/Email guidance and case support
✅ Add-on credibility for starting a nutrition consultation