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dietetics

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health and welfare

health

therapy and rehabilitation

dietetics

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Description

The human nutrition and dietary modification for optimising health in clinical or other environments. The role of nutrition in promoting health and preventing illness across the life spectrum.

Scope note

Should not be confused with nutritionists who apply knowledge of nutrition in community, industrial and research environments.

Alternative Labels

dietary modifications for improved healthcare

dietetics

human nutrition

role of nutrition for health

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knowledge

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sector specific skills and competences

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ESCO is a Europe 2020 initiative.

DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.1.2 (Last update 22/02/2024)