Association For Nutrition

The Association for Nutrition (AfN) defines and advances standards of evidence-based practice across the field of nutrition and at all levels within the workforce. We protect and benefit the public by: · Championing Registered Nutritionists (RNutr), whose entry onto the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) is an assurance that they meet our rigorous standards of competence and professionalism. · Supporting frontline health and social care workers with essential tools enabling individuals to evaluate and enhance their competence to use nutrition safely and competently in their practice. · Recognising high quality, relevant nutrition training through our quality assurance of training provision via Degree Programme Accreditation, CPD Endorsement and Course (L1-5) Certification schemes. The Association for Nutrition was launched in March 2010 as a wholly independent not-for-profit regulator and professional association registered as a company limited by guarantee. Registered Nutritionists and Associate Nutritionists are suitably qualified in nutrition science at or above degree level, and have demonstrated their competence and expertise in nutrition science. We Accredited degree programmes (UG & PG) that meet the high standards required for AfN Degree Accreditation, graduates of which can apply for Associate Nutritionist registration via Direct Entry application. We also set standards in nutrition for those at lower levels in health & social care, fitness & leisure, and catering. Course providers can apply for curriculums developed to be awarded AfN Certified Course status. (Please note these course provide an introduction to nutrition. Completion of these courses do NOT make an individual eligible to apply for Associate or Registered Nutritionist status, result in a title such as certified diet advisor, coach etc. nor qualify an individual to provide bespoke, individualised or specialist nutrition advice.)