Are all nutritionist training courses federally recognized?

No. In Switzerland, there is only one officially recognized qualification in nutritional counselling: theBachelor of Sciencein nutritional counseling orNutrition and dieteticsoneUniversity of Applied Sciences.

However, there is also a wide range of non-officially recognized or regulated training courses in the field of nutrition, which are associated withschool certificatescomplete the training. Depending on the type and scope of the training, these may also require EMR registration orHealth insurance recognitionenable.

In addition, in the area ofNaturopathy Specialtieswith a specific nutritional theory and therapy (e.g. traditional Chinese medicine or Ayurvedic medicine). Advanced Federal Professional Examination (AFPE) and the acquisition of theFederal diploma in naturopathythese paths also lead to officially recognized qualifications.