Association for Nutrition

03/09/2025

28/08/2025

👥 Who can be a referee for your application?

Whether you're applying via the or portfolio pathway, your referee plays an important role in confirming your suitability for registration.

Referees must be able to comment on your competence, professionalism, and evidence-based nutrition practice - and meet the AfN's requirements.

📄Our Referee Guidance explains exactly who is eligible, how to choose the right person, and what they need to provide.

Access it here along with many other helpful resources ➡️ https://www.associationfornutrition.org/register/registration-resources

25/08/2025

The October Renewal Window is opening in September!

If you are an or and are in the October renewal cycle, your renewal notice will be sent to your registered email next week and the renewal button will be displayed on your dashboard. Please log into your dashboard and check your contact details are up to date.

22/08/2025

⭐Displaying Your UKVRN Registrant Logo and Post-Nominals

As a or on the UKVRN, your logo and post-nominal letters are not justa sign of your professional credentials - they also signal your adherence to AfN's ethical and professional standards.

Head to your dashboard to find guidance on how to correctly use your registrant logo in emails, websites, and printed materials. Show your status with confidence and clarity.

19/08/2025

✍️ Tips for Writing a Strong Supporting Statement

Whether you're applying for registration via the or portfolio pathways, your supporting statement is your opportunity to clearly demonstrate how you meet our standards for evidence-based, ethical, and competent nutrition practice.

We've created a detailed Supporting Statement guide video to help you structure your application and avoid common pitfalls.

📄 Access the guide here along with many other useful resources ➡️ https://www.associationfornutrition.org/register/registration-resources

14/08/2025

🥳Congratulations to everyone receiving their results today and going on to study nutrition on an AfN Accredited Degree Programme.

You are at the start of a wonderful and inspiring career.
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14/08/2025

📣Call for CPD Assessors

We're looking for experienced to join our panel of CPD assessors. Your expertise helps maintain the high standards of the UKVRN by reviewing submissions for CPD Endorsement.

Full training is provided, and it's a great opportunity to contribute to the profession while developing your own skills.

Find out more and apply here: https://www.associationfornutrition.org/careers-nutrition/jobs/endorsement-assessors

11/08/2025

🌱🥕It's National Allotments Week - a great reminder of the power of growing your own fruit and veg!

From seed to plate, & champion the benefit of fresh, seasonal produce for health, sustainability and community wellbeing. From your garden to a windowsill plant pot, you can grow your fresh fruit & veg today!

Whether supporting individuals, communities or policy, our registrants help people to make healthy choices easier, more accessible and delicious.🌽🍓

08/08/2025

Are you an working on your transfer to or have questions about CPD?

We run free monthly Zoom clinics, including one on the transfer process (ANutrs only) & a CPD Q&A (open to ANutrs & RNutrs).

🔗Sign up via our Registrant Resources page:
https://www.associationfornutrition.org/dashboard/ukvrn-registrant-support

06/08/2025

Registration is now open for the August ANutr Group Mentoring Sessions which will focus on Communicating Professionally on Social Media. Check your dashboard or newsletter for details on how to join

05/08/2025

🤱 This World Breastfeeding Week, we're highlighting the important role of Registered Nutritionists in supporting maternal and infant nutrition.

From advising on early life nutrition to providing evidence-based guidance on breastfeeding and complementary feeding, & help ensure families receive clear, practical, and professional support during the early years.

01/08/2025

🧰Supporting You in Practice

AfN registrants get access to a range of useful tools and offers - from support clinics and development resources to professional insurance and free/reduced-cost nutrition publication links.

It's all there in your dashboard, alongside guidance and resources to support you throughout your career.

Log in to explore what's available