Online Senior Nutrition Consulting Specialist Course

This state-approved continuing education program qualifies participants to provide age-appropriate nutritional counseling tailored specifically to elderly individuals. Designed for dietary advisors, geriatric nurses, caregiving relatives, and health professionals, the course delivers specialized expertise to improve the quality of life, vitality, and well-being of seniors through targeted nutrition.

The curriculum delivers an in-depth examination of the physiological changes occurring during aging, including alterations to the gastrointestinal tract, sensory faculties, and metabolism. Participants explore adjusted nutrient requirements, fluid intake strategies, and the Food Pyramid 70+, alongside screening methods for detecting and addressing malnutrition. Detailed course modules also address dietary interventions for age-related illnesses, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, metabolic disorders, and practical nutritional approaches for individuals living with dementia.

Delivered completely via a digital campus, the program combines a comprehensive digital study guide with flexible online study. Learners can also participate in an optional three-hour live online seminar focused on target-group communication and create an individualized nutrition concept as their final assignment. The training is state-approved by the ZFU and allows flexible pacing that fits alongside existing work or personal commitments.

Prior knowledge equivalent to a Nutritionist B-License, athletic nutrition training, or professional qualifications in nursing, physiotherapy, or healthcare is recommended. Participants require a computer or tablet with internet access, and direct registration is available online.