Certificate in Nutrient Requirements and Adequacy

Nutrient requirements and adequacy are the foundation of human nutrition and public health. Meeting recommended dietary allowances (RDAs) for various age groups is essential for growth, development, disease prevention, and optimal functioning of the body. Inadequate intake can lead to deficiencies and long-term health complications, while excesses may lead to toxicity or metabolic burden.

The Certificate in Nutrient Requirements and Adequacy offered by the Centre for Nutrition and Dietetics Studies at IGMPI provides comprehensive insights into the fundamental principles of human nutrient needs and dietary adequacy essential for health maintenance and disease prevention. This programme introduces key nutritional concepts including dietary reference intakes, nutrient balance, life-stage specific requirements, and methods of nutritional assessment critical for effective diet planning and public health interventions. This certificate programme focuses on the scientific understanding of nutrient needs, factors influencing them, and how to assess and ensure nutritional adequacy across different populations.

Programme Structure

International Affiliation with

1. Introduction to Nutrition

• Nutrition science overview
• Branches: clinical, public health, sports, food nutrition

2. Macronutrients & Micronutrients Overview

• Carbohydrates, proteins, fats
• Vitamins and minerals
• Functions and dietary sources

3. Basic Introduction to Nutrient Requirements

• Definitions: RDAs, EAR, AI, UL
• Need vs recommendation
• Indian (ICMR-NIN) and international (WHO/FAO, USDA) standards

4. Macronutrients: Requirements & Balance

• Protein, Carbohydrates, and Fats
• Energy requirements based on BMR and PAL
• Special considerations: high-protein vs low-carb diets

5. Micronutrient Needs by Life Stage

• Vitamins (A, D, B12, C, etc.) and Minerals (Iron, Calcium, Zinc)
• Infants, toddlers, school-age children
• Adolescents, adults, pregnant & lactating women, elderly

6. Factors Affecting Nutrient Requirements

• Age, gender, physiological state
• Activity level, disease conditions
• Bioavailability, food interactions, drug-nutrient impact

7. Dietary Assessment Methods

• 24-hour recall, food frequency questionnaire (FFQ), food diaries
• Nutrient calculators and software tools
• Identifying gaps and at-risk individuals

8. Practitioner Case Studies

Eligibility

Any Diploma holder/ graduation/ B.tech/ B.Sc. in Nutrition/ Home Science/ Microbiology/ Life Sciences/ Botany/ Zoology/ Food Science/ Food Technology/ BE/ B.Pharma/ MBBS/ BDS/ BHMS/ BUMS/ BAMS or any other discipline. 

Programme Duration

The duration of the certificate programme is 4 days.

Programme Mode

Registration is currently open for Part-time (Online Live Classes) mode.

Programme Deliverables

• The training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry's expectations.

• Interactive online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants.

• Online discussion of the certificate programme topics for ensuring active participation of each attendee.

• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English.

Assessment & Certification

Online assessment will be conducted at the end of the programme and after successful completion; the participants will be awarded Certificate in Nutrient Requirements and Adequacy by Centre for Nutrition and Dietetics Studies, IGMPI.

Future Career Prospects

The Certificate in Nutrient Requirements and Adequacy offered by the Centre for Nutrition and Dietetics Studies (CNDS), IGMPI, equips participants with comprehensive expertise in requirements and assessing dietary adequacy. Career opportunities for certified professionals include roles as Nutrition Advisors, Dietetic Assistants, Clinical Nutritionists, Public Health Nutritionists, Nutritional Assessment Specialists, and Wellness Educators. This certificate prepares individuals for positions in hospitals, public health organizations, research institutes, wellness centers, and community nutrition programs.

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 11:59 PM 24^th Nov 2025.

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