Working with adults with obesity

This introductory-level course is designed for:

Graduates, dietitians, and dietetic assistants who are new to the field of obesity.
Dietitians from other specialisms seeking to broaden their knowledge and expand their scope of practice in obesity management.

The course provides foundational knowledge and practical insights to support effective, evidence-based care for individuals living with obesity. It also serves as a precursor to the "Dietary Management of Obesity Medications and Bariatric Surgery" course.

Aim:

To empower dietitians & the support workforce, working across all levels & specialities with adults with obesity to feel confident in being able to raise the topic of weight management and to explore the range of evidence-based behavioural change and diet interventions available.

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the day participants should;

Have a greater awareness of what it feels like to be a person living with obesity
Be confident in being able to sensitively raise the importance of weight management in a non-judgemental and non-stigmatising way
Have a knowledge of mental health, psychological and social needs and where to identify appropriate support
Have knowledge of the range of different behavioural change strategies that have been proven to be effective in supporting weight management
Have knowledge of a range of diet (and physical activity) interventions that have been proven to be effective in supporting weight management