Italian nutritionists soft skills university training
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https://doi.org/10.7346/sird-012024-p83Keywords:
University, soft skills, High Education, Communication, Patient EducationAbstract
A good understanding and mastery of the science of nutrition and diet is a fundamental component required of nutrition professionals. However, this knowledge alone will not enable effective practice unless it is combined with highly devel-oped communication skills. In order to achieve dietary outcomes and nutrition education, it is critical not only the type of information that is provided, but also the manner in which it is disseminated. Using effective communication and adequately conveying messages is the key component to successful nutritional interventions. In this study, we wanted to investigate how many Italian universities (including telematics) had the LM-61 degree program active (Food Science and Nutrition). Then, we analyzed their educational offerings in search of structured courses in Interpersonal Communication (soft-skills) and we identified only 6 active courses in 5 faculties. After that, we interviewed health care professionals to analyze their perceptions of the problem related to soft skills in the workplace and their undergraduate education on these issues.
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