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Nationally accredited nutrition and health courses Frequently Asked Questions |
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This page contains answers to common questions (this information is also included in the Beck Health & Nutrition Course Brochure). If the answer to your question is not included on this page please, submit an online enquiry or email info@beckhealth.com.au for further assistance.
- Will I be a professional nutritionist when I complete the course?
- Are these courses Nationally Recognised?
- Why don't you offer these courses online?
- Are there any course prerequisites?
- How can I get assistance with my studies?
- What happens if I can't complete my course assessment by the due date?
- Can I complete the course before my due date?
Do I have to attend lectures or exams?
No. You can complete your studies completely via correspondence (distance education) study. Everything you need to complete your studies is included in your course pack including your assessment. We do however recognise that students can sometimes feel isolated when studying via correspondence and we are therefore committed to providing constant technical and educational assistance from nutrition, health and education professionals via phone, email, fax or online.
Do I have to complete an exam?
Depending on the course of study you undertake, you will be assessed via a range of methods including written exam, written project or professional online interview or tutorial and assessment. You are also welcome to contact us for assistance if you require assistance with any of your exam questions. Anybody not wishing to complete an exam paper is welcome to undertake the course of study. There are no additional fees for course exams.
Will I be a nutritionist when I complete this course?
The short answer is no. In order to become a qualified nutritionist or dietitian (and legally provide paid nutritional advice for health and medical conditions) you must first undertake a comprehensive program of tertiary studies through university or private college which commonly take a number of years to complete and currently cost in the vicinity of AU$15 000-$25 000. Accredited and Registered Nutritionists and Dietitians are also required to show proof of undertaking ongoing education each year in order to continue their registration (Beck Health & Nutrition courses are commonly used for this purpose).
Courses offered by Beck Health & Nutrition offer a stepping stone for individuals wanting to learn about nutrition either for their personal or professional interests. Our courses also allow people who already work in the health and nutrition industry to broaden their knowledge and keep up to date with latest research and health advice and are approved for continuing education points (CPE) for re-registration of health practitioners.
To find out more about studying nutrition at a vocational (career path) level visit our study centre.
Are these courses nationally accredited?
Selected short courses offered by Beck Health & Nutrition offer national accreditation for professional development both from Fitness Australia and the Australian Traditional Medicine Society. If you are looking to study nutrition at a career path level it is important to note that professional accreditation and regulation of nutrition professionals in Australia is increasingly reliant upon industry bodies such as the Nutrition Society of Australia and the Dietitians Association of Australia. This industry regulation generally requires university level study and does not directly recognise nutrition courses under the nationally recognised training (vocational training) system without additional university study. Registration and accreditation of nutrition professionals is a very complex area which is constantly changing and evolving. If you have particular questions or concerns regarding this matter please feel free to contact us.
Why don't you offer these courses online?
Research constantly confirms that courses delivered completely online have poorer educational outcomes for students. While we are committed to providing constant online academic support (as well as phone support), printed course texts and offline media such as CDs allow students to undertake their studies anywhere, without being reliant upon internet access. When studying via correspondence it is vital to have complete, detailed information available to you. Beware of distance courses which rely too heavily on note form or presentation formats such as PowerPoint, such media is only helpful if you are in a very well supported lecture environment.
Are there any course prerequisites?
No. Each Beck Health & Nutrition course is developed to present the latest nutrition and health research in a user-friendly, easy to follow format so students from all backgrounds can benefit from and enjoy their studies equally. Our students have a wide range of educational backgrounds, ranging from doctors, nurses and other health professionals through to people who have never studied. Our ongoing academic support also means you can feel confident you will receive the help you need with your studies.
Beck Health & Nutrition is committed to providing the best-possible assistance to our students. Beck Health & Nutrition specialises in nutrition education only, so you can be sure that course content and academic support is from accredited and experienced nutrition professional at the forefront of nutrition education. We are on hand to assist you no matter what your question is. We encourage students to call, email or contact us online for assistance. All questions are handled confidentially.What happens if I can't complete my course assessment by the due date?
Each nutrition short course is designed to be completed in approximately 32 hours of study. This includes time for reading all course materials and preparing and completing practice quizzes and your final assessment). The time demands of these courses are very flexible. If you are having trouble completing your course assessment by your designated due date you can simply contact us by phone or email and apply for an extension.
OR .... given the flexible nature of our courses Beck Health & Nutrition students now have the option to select an open due date. Students wishing to enrol with an open due date will be automatically given a period of six calendar months from their date of enrolment to complete their course assessment and return it for grading.
Can I complete the course before my set due date?
Yes. Each nutrition course is designed to be completed in approximately 16 weeks (based on two hours of study each week – total study 32 hours). This includes time for reading all course materials and preparing and completing practice quizzes and your final assessment). The time demands of these courses are very flexible and many students complete their course work ahead of schedule. You may return your completed assessment paper whenever you are ready.
If the answer to your question is not included on this page please submit an online enquiry or email info@beckhealth.com.au for further assistance.