Prerna Jain

Prerna Jain, RD has a diverse work experience in the field of nutrition. Prerna most recently worked as a Registered Dietitian and Clinical Team Lead at VHA Home HealthCare starting in June 2023. Prior to that, they worked as a Registered Dietitian at Compass Group from October 2022 to June 2023, and at CanMed Multispeciality Clinic from November 2021 to October 2022. Prerna has also worked as a Registered Dietitian at Real Canadian Superstore from December 2020 to November 2021, and as a Consulting Clinical Registered Dietitian at Extendicare Inc. in June and July 2020. Before these roles, they gained practical experience as an RD intern at Rexdale Community Health Centre, Maple Grove Care Community, Loblaws Inc, Ronald McDonald House Charities, and Compass Group. Throughout their internship roles, Prerna gained experience in nutrition assessment, intervention planning, nutrition education, and managing food service operations.

Prerna Jain, RD, has a comprehensive education history that has equipped their with the knowledge and skills necessary for their career as a registered dietitian. Prerna'seducational journey began at Mount Carmel College in India, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Nutrition & Dietetics, Chemistry, and Zoology from 2007 to 2010.

Seeking further knowledge and specialization, Prerna then enrolled at PSG College of Arts and Science, where they obtained a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Foods and Nutrition from 2010 to 2012. Prerna'sfocus on this subject allowed their to delve deeper into the field and solidify their expertise.

In 2017, Prerna returned to education once again, this time at Ryerson University. Prerna pursued a Certificate in Canadian Dietetic Knowledge Competencies, which expanded their understanding of dietetics and prepared their for their future role as a dietitian. Continuing their educational journey at the same university in 2019, Prerna completed a Practicum in Canadian Dietetic Knowledge Competencies, further honing their practical skills in the field.

Driven by their passion for sports nutrition, Prerna sought additional knowledge in this area. Prerna was able to achieve their goal by participating in the International Olympic Committee's Diploma in Sports Nutrition program from 2016 to 2019.

To complement their academic achievements, Prerna has also obtained several certifications. Prerna is a Registered Dietitian (RD), with the certification obtained from the College of Dietitians of Ontario in April 2020. Additionally, they are a certified Nutrition Manager, having completed the program offered by the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management in April 2021.

Prerna Jain's extensive education history and diverse certifications showcase their commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, making their a highly qualified and knowledgeable registered dietitian.