Starting out as a Freelance Dietitian
Programme
Wednesday 14th September 2016, 9am – 4.15pmatHeythrop College, London
Course Tutors: Jill Scott and Fiona Hinton
9.00-9.30amRegistration/coffee
9.30-9.55amIntroductions and welcome
Housekeeping
Background and rationale for course
Aims and objectives of the day
Delegate expectations
9.55-10.45amSkills base and work opportunities
Freelancing: the pros and cons of working independently
Focus on delegate skills and areas of expertise
Establishing and identifying potential clients
10.45-11.00amCoffee/comfort break
11.00-12.00pmBusiness structure and administration
Introduction to the Business Plan
Practical aspects of setting up a business:
Company/bank accounts; Tax and NI; Book keeping etc
12.00-1.00pmProfessional and commercial issues
Types of Insurance – essential and optional
Fees and pricing structure
Personal safety
1.00-1.45pmLUNCH and networking
1.45-2.45pmMarketing and advertising
Updating and tailoring CVs
Where to market services
How to market services
2.45-4.00pmMarketing and advertising contd.
Website development/assessment
Creating an action plan for the next steps
Support and keeping up-to-date
Signposting for further resources
4.00-4.15pmRound up summary, evaluation and close
APPLICATION FORM
Starting out as a Freelance Dietitian
To book a place please complete this form and email to Juliet Rushent at
Payment details: IF YOU ARE PAYING BY BACS PLEASE COMPLETE THE BACS FORM BELOW AND EMAIL TO with this form
Or send a cheque made payable to BDA, Freelance Dietitians Group with the application form
To: 37 Vicarage Wood Way, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 6ZX
Date: Wednesday 14th September 2016
Time: 9am – 4.15pm
Venue: Heythrop College London
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