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Your career in Nutrition and Exercise

Careers in health are on the rise and employment for nutrition professionals in Australia is projected to increase by over 7 per cent by 2026*. With the prevalence of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, as well as an ageing population – health practitioners who take a holistic approach to nutrition and exercise are highly sought after. Discover the most in-demand skills health practitioners need to succeed in the nutrition and exercise industry.

*Australian Government National Skills Commission Employment Projections 2021.

 

Top skills employers look for in nutrition & exercise professionals

  1. The ability to plan and deliver health promotion campaigns
  2. Demonstrate expert knowledge on national physical activity and dietary guidelines
  3. Professionals with strong leadership and advocacy skills
  4. Display strong project management skills to ensure projects finish on time, on budget and within quality standards
  5. Soft skills: Effective communicators who can deliver presentations, run community workshops, or develop pamphlets and posters on health-related topics

Get your Nutrition & Exercise Career Guide

Discover the essential skills nutrition and exercise professionals need to succeed, career opportunities, and industry trends in your free 20-page career guide.

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Nutrition and Exercise Jobs

As a health professional, your career opportunities are extremely varied. There are many opportunities for health professionals in federal, state and local government, the not-for-profit sector, private enterprise and at a very grass-roots level in community agencies. You could also work in health agencies, hospitals, universities and health research institutes.

You may decide to specialise in a certain area like workplace health, community development, alcohol and drug abuse, smoking or teenage pregnancy – or you may decide to work with particular client groups such as the elderly, people with disabilities or high performing athletes.

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Health and wellness lifestyle adviser

Health and wellness lifestyle advisers provide advice related to diet and nutrition, exercise, and general health and wellbeing, in a variety of settings, and to a diverse range of community groups and individuals; identify and apply best practice behavioural strategies to help individuals achieve their health goals; and coach people to identify and respond to psychological challenges in relation to healthy eating and exercise.

Make a career change

If you’re looking to make a career change, studying a university degree is a great option to launch your new career. UniSA Online’s Nutrition and Exercise degree will give you the knowledge and skills that employers are looking for while giving you the flexibility to continue working while you study.

Upskill to advance your career

You may be at a point in your career where you’ve gained a wealth of experience in your current role, but lack the necessary skills to advance in your career. People interested in a nutrition and exercise degree can come from a range of roles and industries including:

  • Fitness trainer
  • Dietitian or nutritionist
  • Health coach
  • Community health worker
  • Health support worker
  • Aged and disabled carer
  • Health and welfare support worker
  • Nurses and midwives

Whether you’re looking to upskill and advance your current career or embark on a career change, UniSA Online’s Nutrition and Exercise degree will give you the knowledge and skills to help you achieve your goals.

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Sarah Gower

Industry insight

Embrace the challenges and remember that your first job won’t be your last. Everything you do builds new skills that contribute to your career and reputation.

Kate Kameniar
Organisational Wellness & Lifestyle Manager
Southern Cross Care SA NT

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