Education

Minimum of Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

Experience

As of January 1, 2021, all new Sport Nutrition consultant applicants must have the following prior to applying:

  • must be a member with Dietitians of Canada (DC) https://www.dietitians.ca/
  • Must have liability insurance
  • Must have teaching/presentation experience
  • Must have one of the following:
    • Certified Specialist in Sport Dietitian (CSSD) destination https://www.cdrnet.org/
    • International Olympic Committee (IOC) Sport Nutrition Diploma https://www.sportsoracle.com/Nutrtion/Home/
    • Master’s Degree in Science (MSc) in a field/discipline relevant to sport nutrition

Note: approved SMSCS Sport Nutrition Consultants are referred to as Sport Dietitians

Services Provided

  • Basic Sport Nutrition
  • Fluids for Sport
  • Pre-Event and Post-Event Nutrition
  • Nutrition on the Road
  • Tournament and Multi-Event Nutrition
  • Weight Issues – Gaining and Losing Weight
  • Nutritional Supplements

Updated as of January 2021