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Nov 2021
11m 14s

09. How I Became the Autism Dietitian

Brittyn Coleman
About this episode

Are you wondering how exactly I became the Autism Dietitian?

While there is no autism nutrition certification, there are definitely avenues that you can take to educate and cultivate your knowledge. I will be sharing about my journey through college, my career, and the resources that I used to get to where I am today!

IN THIS EPISODE

  • The importance of educating healthcare providers on autism

  • My personal story, and what inspired me most in the field

  • How I took the leap to start my private practice

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