Graduate Diploma in Clinical Nutrition
- Location
- Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Online, Perth, Sydney
- Study Mode
- Blended, Online, Workplace
- Awarded by
- Endeavour College of Natural Health (PRV12070)
- Qualification
- Graduate Diploma
- Course Fee
- Price may vary
- Duration
- 1 year full-time, part-time available
- Start Date
- Enquire now for upcoming start dates
- Payment Options
- FEE-HELP, Upfront payment
About the Course
The Graduate Diploma in Clinical Nutrition, offered by Endeavour College of Natural Health, is a postgraduate qualification designed for health professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in clinical nutrition practice. Delivered as an Australian Qualifications Framework Level 8 qualification, the course can be completed in one year full-time, with part-time options available from approximately eight hours of online study per week. Students can study across six campus locations — Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Gold Coast, and Perth — or externally, making it accessible to those balancing professional and personal commitments. The curriculum spans two core areas of learning: foundational and advanced nutrition science, and supervised clinical practice. In the first semester, students build knowledge across nutrition and chronic disease, human metabolism, lifespan nutrition, and dietary assessment. The second semester shifts toward applied clinical learning, with students completing supervised practicum placements alongside advanced case-based learning units. These placements take place at Endeavour Wellness Clinics or approved external clinics, where students work directly with clients under the guidance of qualified practitioners. Throughout the course, emphasis is placed on evidence-based practice, cultural responsiveness, ethical conduct, and the integration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health perspectives. The Graduate Diploma in Clinical Nutrition is suited to those who already hold a relevant bachelor’s degree in a health-related field and wish to build clinical nutrition skills, as well as practitioners from allied or complementary health disciplines looking to expand their scope. It is also accessible to graduates of the Endeavour Graduate Certificate in Nutrition as a natural progression pathway. Graduates may be eligible to apply for membership with the Australian Traditional Medicine Society. The qualification opens pathways into a range of settings, including community health, government health departments, private consultancy, corporate wellness, and health advocacy. Enquire to learn more.
What can I do after?
Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Nutrition from Endeavour College of Natural Health. Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Nutrition are equipped to pursue diverse roles across a range of health and community settings. Career paths may include work within community health organisations, government health departments, private health consultancy, corporate wellness programmes, and health advocacy groups. Some graduates move into research, education, or clinic management, while the supervised clinical practicum prepares others for direct client-facing nutrition practice. Graduates may apply for membership with the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS). The qualification is an accredited Australian Qualifications Framework Level 8 Higher Education award.
What are the fees?
Please enquire for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What you’ll need
To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Completion of a relevant Bachelor’s Degree (eg: Nutrition, Dietetics, Allied Health) and/or, Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Nutrition and/or, Significant professional experience in clinical nutrition-related roles (applicants without a degree in nutrition or dietetics may be eligible for entry)
Subject summary
NMDN111 – Nutrition, Diet, and Disease NMDN112 – Human Nutrition and Metabolism NMDN113 – Nutrition and Health Through the Lifespan NMDN114 – Complementary Nutrition, Dietary Assessment, and Analysis NMDC121 – Clinical Practicum I NMDN121 – Advanced Nutritional Case-Based Learning I NMDC122 – Clinical Practicum II NMDN122 – Advanced Nutritional Case-Based Learning II
Why Endeavour College of Natural Health?
Endeavour College of Natural Health has been a cornerstone of vocational and higher education in Natural Health since 1975. With a vision to promote and advance the philosophy and practice of natural medicine and wellbeing, Endeavour is dedicated to producing high-quality graduates who are poised to become leaders in their respective fields. The college combines dynamic and innovative teaching methods with traditional wisdom, offering a rich learning environment that caters to both digital and practical experiences. As a direct entry college, Endeavour College of Natural Health welcomes students without ATAR requirements, making it accessible for those eager to pursue their passion in health sciences. Prospective students can apply at any time to join upcoming intakes for various Bachelor of Health Science degrees, including Acupuncture Therapies, Chinese Medicine, Naturopathy, and Nutrition. Additionally, the college offers Diplomas in Health Science with electives in Nutrition, Naturopathy, and Chinese Remedial Massage, providing a comprehensive pathway for those looking to enhance their professional journey. Endeavour College of Natural Health is a trading name of Australian College of Natural Medicine Pty Ltd (PRV12070, CRICOS #00231G, RTO 31489)
