Questions about studying dietetics

[tellermorrow]

I posted this in mature students but got no response, so thought I'd try here too in case anyone can offer some advice...

Hi all,

I'm looking for some advice from anyone who has studied this area or just knows!

I'm a mature student (30s). Currently a sahm with young children looking to retrain ready for when I head back to work. I decided I wanted to do something I loved rather than just go back into the same grind I was in previously (hospitality). I have a BA degree from when I was younger but not related to the sciences at all, and have a levels BBC (also not science related).

Firstly, regarding funding does anyone know if the nhs funds dietetics courses? I'm finding the online information confusing. Also, would I be eligible for a second student loan?

More specifically related to the course itself, has anyone studied dietetics part time or distance learning? All of the courses I've seen state full time, which I think I would struggle to do with my DC.

Thank you x

Have you had a look at the Association of Dietitians, a quick Google found the British Dietetic Association.
I found a page on how to qualify as a dietitian, but didn’t read it.

it sounds like a great idea, but I think you may need more sciences.

I'm in Scotland. I think your course fees are paid here (sorry, not helpful, especially if you're in Not Scotland. I qualified many years ago), no idea about a second student loan.

With your qualifications, I'd contact your local university offering the degree to find out if you meet entry requirements, or what you need to get there.

As part of the (under and post grad) course you need to complete clinical placements. It used to be 4 weeks at the end of 1st year then 2 x 12 weeks usually towards the end of your undergrad degree. We don't have any of the 4 week students so not sure what actually happens now with that. You can't qualify without these and I have never come across anyone doing the course part time, but that's not to say you can't. Placement is Mon-Fri full working day (8.30-4.30 or whatever the department core hours are).

Another vote for checking out the British Dietetic Association. You should be able to email them with generic questions about studying/qualifying. Clinical placements are standards across UK trainers to meet HCPC registration to be able to practice as a registered dietitian.