Centre for Advanced Learning (CAL)

The Centre for Advanced Learning (CAL) is an initiative of Dietitians Australia, offering innovative courses in areas of high demand for dietitians.

Based on the latest evidence and peer-reviewed, CAL delivers high-quality Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for dietitians.

Already enrolled in a course? Log in to our Learning Management System and start your learning journey today.

Evergreen courses

By registering for our Evergreen courses you’ll enjoy ongoing access to course materials and resources. These courses are 100% online, self-paced and ready to fit in with your busy schedule*. You’ll also receive a professional certificate upon completion.

* New registrants are provided access to our Learning Management System (LMS) within a week of registering online. 

In Practice courses

In Practice courses are intermediate to advanced level short courses designed for experienced dietitians looking to extend their practice. Courses are run as live sessions and cover a mix of workshops, interactive discussions and activities. 

In Practice courses available:

Keep an eye out for courses released throughout the year. 

Evergreen courses available: 

• Mental Health Foundations for Dietitians
• The Aged Care Sector for Dietitians
• Research Foundations for Dietitians
• Managing and Measuring Growth
•  Food Service Management for Dietitians
• Gastrointestinal Nutrition for Dietitians
• Renal Nutrition for Dietitians
•  Psychology of Eating, Weight and Body Image
•  Nutrition Support for Critical Care
• Translating the Aged Care Quality Standards
•  Clinical Dietetics for Bariatric Surgery
• Type 1 Diabetes Management for Dietitians

Explore our full range of CPD courses and events covering a range of dietetic practice areas. Professional development facilitated by the Centre for Advanced Learning will display the CAL logo.

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Further details

• If your CAL course aligns with your Accredited Professional Dietitian learning goals, it counts as CPD. Your coursework hours are automatically added to your CPD log unless otherwise specified on the course page.
• Our members get discounted rates on all Dietitians Australia CAL courses. There’s no need for you to do anything; this discount will be automatically applied to your registration when you are logged in to the members portal.
• If you're a member of Dietitians NZ, ask us for a coupon code.
• Want to support our CPD activities? Visit our ‘Get involved’ page for upcoming opportunities.
• You’ll also receive a professional certificate upon completion.

Get in touch

For questions about CAL courses call 02 6189 1202 

or email

 education@dietitiansaustralia.org.au