Professional recognition · Nutritionist / Dietitian

Recognition of foreign nutrition and dietetics qualifications in Switzerland

SRK diploma recognition · GesReg · substantial differences · compensatory measures · cantonal professional access · decision review.

Relevant legal framework

Recognition of foreign nutrition and dietetics qualifications

GesBG (SR 811.21), Art. 10 — recognition of foreign educational qualifications in covered health professions.
GesBAV (SR 811.214) — implementing rules.
FZA, Annex III and Directive 2005/36/EC, Arts. 10–14 — general recognition system for EU/EFTA qualifications.

Professional practice in Switzerland

GesBG, Art. 11 ff. — requirements for practice under one's own professional responsibility where applicable.
GesReg and cantonal health law — registration and additional professional-access requirements.

Competent bodies

Swiss Red Cross (SRK) — recognition of foreign nutrition and dietetics qualifications.
GesReg / cantonal health authority — registration and professional-access requirements.

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