Dietitian: Transform Your Health with Medical-Grade Nutrition by an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
University-Qualified Healthcare Professionals Who Treat Medical Conditions Through Evidence-Based Dietary Advice
Are you dealing with diabetes, heart disease, food allergies, eating disorders, or challenges with your diet? Dietitians offer clinical nutrition therapy backed by nutritional sciences and supervised practical training to help you effectively manage health conditions.
Why Choose an Accredited Practising Dietitian?
Choosing an accredited practising dietitian (APD) ensures you receive expert health advice grounded in scientific evidence and tailored to your unique needs. Dietitians:
University-qualified professionals trained in nutrition and dietetics understand how nutrition affects your general health and wellbeing.
Provide personalised dietary advice to help manage chronic health conditions.
They are experts in food and nutrition.
Support the management of chronic conditions such as diabetes, cancer, and obesity through personalised nutrition advice.
Help improve public health outcomes and support better health through effective dietary practice.
They work closely with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care, offering medical nutrition therapy that targets specific health issues such as diabetes, heart disease, food allergies, and digestive disorders.
Their comprehensive training, often including a master's degree and supervised practice, equips them with the practical skills necessary to develop effective treatment plans and provide ongoing support.
By choosing a registered dietitian, you benefit from a professional committed to maintaining high standards through continuing professional development and adherence to the dietetic profession's code of conduct. This commitment ensures you receive the most current, evidence-based nutrition care to enhance your health and quality of life.
Difference Between a Dietitian and an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
While all Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs) are qualified dietitians, not all dietitians hold APD status. A dietitian is a university-qualified healthcare professional trained in nutrition and dietetics.
To become an APD, a dietitian must meet additional national standards set by Dietitians Australia, which they explain in this section on the difference between Dietitians and Nutritionists.
Or read more in our blog: Dietitian vs Nutritionist: What’s the difference?
APD status requires completing an accredited dietetics qualification, undertaking supervised practice, and committing to ongoing continuing professional development to maintain up-to-date practical skills and knowledge. This accreditation ensures that the dietitian adheres to a strict code of professional conduct and delivers evidence-based medical nutrition therapy.
In Australia, the APD credential is recognised by the Australian Government, private health insurers, and institutions such as the Department of Veterans' Affairs. This recognition enables dietitians to provide services covered under chronic disease management plans and private health insurance rebates, ensuring better access to high-quality nutritional care.
Choosing an Accredited Practising Dietitian guarantees that you receive nutrition advice and treatment from a professional who meets national standards and is committed to supporting your health and wellbeing through dietetic practice.
Why Choose an Accredited Practising Dietitian?
University Degree (Dietetics Degree) & Practical Training: APDs complete an accredited university degree in nutrition and dietetics, including at least 100 days (approximately 800 hours) of supervised practical placement, and must meet the competency standards set by Dietitians Australia.
Medical Nutrition Therapy: APDs offer personalised nutrition support to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, gastrointestinal issues, food sensitivities, eating disorders and general healthy eating advice.
Accessible & Affordable Care: Consultations with an Accredited Practising Dietitian may be covered under private health insurance, chronic disease management plans, and the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
The Value of Seeing an APD
Clinical Nutrition Professional: APDs work alongside GPs, specialists, and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.
Latest Evidence-Based Practice: APDs engage in continuing professional development to stay updated with the latest nutrition science.
Support Across Life Stages: From childhood, to pregnancy, to menopause, active ageing and chronic disease management, APDs support your health at every stage.
Tailored Dietetics: Nutrition Services Delivered by Accredited Practising Dietitians
At Tailored Dietetics, all our nutrition services are conducted by Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs), ensuring you receive expert, personalised care tailored to your unique health needs. Whether you're managing chronic health conditions, seeking to enhance your overall well-being, or aiming to achieve specific health goals, our APDs offer evidence-based dietary advice and clinical nutrition therapy tailored specifically to you.
Explore our professional dietetic services to take charge of your health today. For additional support, you can also search the Dietitians Australia database to find Accredited Practising Dietitians practising in private clinics, community health centres, aged care facilities, or private hospitals across Australia. Many dietitians offer home visits, making it convenient to access the nutrition support you need.
Discover our services or visit the Dietitians Australia website to find an Accredited Practising Dietitian near you and start your personalised nutrition journey with expert guidance and ongoing support.