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The Institute of Optimum Nutrition - In-person Open Event

Join us at our August Open Event

Choosing the right course for you is an important decision and attending an Open Event is the best way to discover what we can offer. Join us for our In-Person Open Event to learn about our courses, entry requirements, student support and flexible post-study career options.

Whether you are starting out on your nutrition journey, are already qualified as a nutritional therapy practitioner, or are a healthcare professional looking to expand your practice, we have the course for you. You’ll find out all you need to know about the following course:

  • BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy
  • BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy Top-Up
  • Graduate Diploma Integrative Functional Nutrition
  • Return to Practise
  • Cert HE Personalised Diet and Health
  • Science Access

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Agenda

09:30

Registration and refreshments

Arrive from 9.30am for tea, coffee and refreshments, and take the opportunity to meet the ION team and fellow attendees before the day begins.

10:00

Welcome by Heather Rosa, Dean of ION

Heather has been Dean of ION since 2014. Prior to this, Heather spent 16 years at the University of Westminster as Course Leader and Principal Lecturer, and during her time there she led the development and delivery of the UK’s first honours degree in Nutritional Therapy. Heather is an Honorary Fellow of the British Association of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine. She’s also an external examiner and education advisor.

10:10

Training in personalised nutrition with Heather Rosa and Sally Temple

Discover more about ION’s evidence-informed courses, flexible study options and pathways into practice. You’ll also learn about career opportunities in nutritional therapy, student support, study commitments and what it’s really like to train with ION.

11:30

Tea and coffee break

Take a short break to enjoy refreshments and chat with our speakers and the ION team.

11:50

Guest speakers, including an ION graduate who will share their story

Hear from a range of guest speakers from across the nutrition and health sector, including an ION graduate who will share their journey from student to practitioner.


Good to know

Our Open Events are designed to give you a well-rounded insight into studying and working in the field of personalised nutrition.

You’ll hear from guest speakers including practising nutritional therapists, ION graduates, and current students who will share their personal experiences and tips for success.

Take part in an interactive Q&A where you can ask about everything from career options and course content to flexible study paths and what sets ION apart.

You’ll also gain clarity on the differences between nutritional therapists, dietitians, and nutritionists, along with guidance on professional memberships and regulatory registration.

Plus, all attendees will enjoy a complimentary lunch and receive a goody bag filled with wellness treats!


Getting here

This event will be taking place at Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College.

Full location address is Parkshot, Richmond, TW9 2RE.

The nearest tube and railway station is Richmond Station. Paid car parks are nearby.


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Event Details

Calendar   Resettlement Events
Location In-person at TW9 2RE
Date Saturday 1st August 2026
9:00am - 4:30pm
Duration   7 hours, 30 minutes
Repeats? No

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