- Instructor: admin
- Duration: 10 weeks
Specialized Professional Diploma in Advanced Clinical & Medical Nutrition Therapy
Accredited by:
The American Board of Medical & Health Specialties – California, USA
- Professional Sector: Advanced Health Competencies Development Sector
- Sector Code: MIA-HSC
- Qualification Track: Clinical Nutrition and Specialized Therapeutic Nutritional Intervention
- Track Code: MIA-HSC-NUT
- Pathway Title: Professional Specialization Diploma in Clinical Nutrition and Specialized Therapeutic Nutritional Intervention.
- Pathway Code: MIA-HSC-NUT-SCN-PD-PO3
- International Accreditation: Accredited by the American Board of Medical and Health Specialties – California, USA
In collaboration with: Midmak International Academy – Syria | Australia.
- Number of Specialized Levels: (3) advanced clinical levels
- Duration: (6) Practical training weeks
- Total Training Hours: (120) Training Hours
- Training Schedule: (4) days per week × (5)hours per day
- Training Modality: In-person + Online (Synchronous & Asynchronous) within the clinical practical training system.
- Certification Requirements: Successful completion of all modules + practical examinations + clinical case analysis + preparation of a comprehensive nutritional treatment plan.
- Certified Trainers: Clinical Nutrition Specialists and Physicians certified by the American Board and Midmak International Academy.
The Professional Specialization Diploma in Advanced Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition represents the highest stage in the professional qualification pathway in therapeutic nutrition. It follows the completion of both the foundational and professional levels, and marks a qualitative transition from structured application to advanced clinical practice within specialized medical settings.
This training track aims to prepare specialists capable of managing complex, multi-system clinical cases, conducting advanced analysis of biochemical and nutritional biomarkers, and making therapeutic dietary decisions within an integrated medical context based on scientific evidence and contemporary clinical practice.
This track focuses on developing advanced clinical nutrition thinking skills through case-based learning, enabling trainees to accurately understand the relationship between disease and nutritional status, and to implement therapeutic nutritional interventions according to specialized scientific protocols.
It also provides trainees with the opportunity to engage in an applied learning environment that simulates real clinical settings in hospitals and intensive care units, with emphasis on therapeutic nutrition in critical conditions, complex chronic diseases, and multi-factorial medical cases.
This diploma is considered the highest professional specialization stage in clinical and therapeutic nutrition, qualifying trainees to transition into semi-independent clinical practice within multidisciplinary healthcare teams, in accordance with internationally recognized scientific and professional standards.
The Professional Specialization Diploma in Advanced Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition holds significant scientific and professional importance, as it represents the highest level of training within the therapeutic nutrition pathway. It enables trainees to transition from professional application to advanced clinical practice in specialized medical environments.
The importance of this diploma is highlighted in the following points:
- Qualifying advanced-level specialists in clinical therapeutic nutrition capable of managing complex, multi-system medical conditions.
- Developing evidence-based clinical nutrition decision-making skills (Evidence-Based Clinical Practice).
- Enabling trainees to work efficiently within hospital settings and advanced medical care units.
- Enhancing the ability to design and manage advanced therapeutic nutrition protocols tailored to individual clinical conditions.
- Strengthening the integration between therapeutic nutrition and medical care plans within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Contributing to improved clinical outcomes through precise and early nutritional intervention.
To enroll in the Specialized Professional Diploma in Advanced Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition, applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
- Successfully complete the Qualifying Professional Diploma and the Professional Diploma in Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition issued by Madmak International Academy, or hold equivalent accredited training qualifications in Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition from internationally recognized academic or professional institutions.
- Hold a university degree or higher diploma in one of the relevant medical or health-related disciplines, including:
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Health Sciences
- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation .
- Public Health, or any other related health discipline .
- Possess a solid scientific foundation in human physiology and basic therapeutic nutrition.
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze clinical cases and systematically correlate pathological findings with nutritional status.
- Commit fully to all components of the training pathway, including its theoretical, practical, and clinical aspects.
- Previous professional experience in the healthcare or nutrition field is considered an added advantage; however, it is not a mandatory requirement for admission.
- A certified copy of the academic qualification (university degree or higher diploma).
- A copy of the Qualifying Professional Diploma and the Advanced Professional Diploma in Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition, or their equivalent qualifications (if issued by another institution).
- A copy of a valid national identification card or passport.
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining the applicant’s academic background and professional experience.
- A recent passport-sized photograph with a clear background.
- A completed official application form for enrollment in the training program.
- Copies of any relevant professional experience certificates or previous training course certificates (if available).
- Graduates of the Qualifying Professional Diploma and the Professional Diploma in Clinical and Therapeutic Nutrition.
- Nutrition specialists working in hospitals, medical centers, and specialized clinics.
- Physicians from various specialties seeking to enhance their expertise in clinical therapeutic nutrition.
- Nursing professionals and healthcare practitioners working in critical care and intensive care units.
- Professionals engaged in public health, therapeutic nutrition, and preventive healthcare services.
- Individuals interested in advancing to a higher level of clinical practice in therapeutic nutrition.
- Researchers and healthcare professionals seeking advanced specialization in evidence-based clinical nutrition.
Level One (Foundational): Clinical Nutrition According to Body Systems
- Training Hours: 40 hours
- Training Units:
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- Nutrition in Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases.
- Nutrition in Cardiovascular Diseases.
- Nutrition in Endocrine Disorders and Metabolic Conditions.
- Nutrition in Kidney Diseases, Fluid and Electrolyte Balance Disorders.
Intermediate Level: Nutrition in Critical Care and Advanced Medical Conditions
- Training Hours: 40 hours
- Training Units:
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- Intensive Care Unit Nutrition (ICU Nutrition).
- Enteral Nutrition.
- Parenteral Nutrition.
- Nutrition in Surgical and Acute Care Conditions.
Advanced Level: Clinical Case Management and Advanced Nutritional Interventions
- Training Hours: 40 hours
- Training Units:
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- Analysis of Complex Clinical Cases.
- Development of Advanced Therapeutic Nutrition Protocols.
- Evidence-Based Nutritional Decision-Making.
- Multidisciplinary Medical Integration in Clinical Practice.
- International Professional Certificate issued by the American Board of Medical and Health Specialties – California, USA
- Notarized and Apostilled by the U.S. Department of State.
- Globally verifiable via the Dataflow system.
- International Professional Certificate issued by Midmak International Academy – Syria | Australia
- Certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Australia and Syria.
