In order to practice dietetics an individual must complete a 4-year Bachelors degree with a focus in Foods and Nutrition from an accredited Canadian University. To view a list of accredited programs please visit www.dietitians.ca. In addition to general academic preparation in humanities, communications, computers, mathematics, statistics, and basic principles of management, the degree will include courses in general and organic chemistry, microbiology, physiology, biochemistry, advanced human nutrition, advanced foods, food service systems organization and management, and quantity food production management.

Further specialization in three broad practice areas would include advanced courses in clinical nutrition: anatomy, pathology, pharmacology; community nutrition: research methods, program planning, education theory and community organization; and in food service administration: advanced management theory, cost control and accounting, personnel, and business law.