BS Nutritional Science
1. Locate, evaluate, and critically appraise nutrition information utilizing information technology. |
2. Provide culturally competent nutrition counseling and education to individuals, groups, and communities using a variety of communication strategies. |
3. Demonstrate critical thinking skills to identify and solve problems in the nutritional sciences. |
4. Review policy and advocate for improving access to healthy foods and nutrition services. |
5. Develop an interest in and commitment to lifelong service. |
MS Nutritional Science
Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) (MS): |
To prepare students to be competent entry-level dietitians and/or food/nutrition or health related professionals. |
Coordinated Dietetics Program (CDP) (MS): |
To prepare students to be competent entry-level dietitians. |
Both Programs (MS): |
The program will prepare students to interact in a culturally diverse community setting |
MS Learning Outcomes: |
1. Exhibit critical thinking by performing a thorough review of nutrition-related scientific literature using library resources, evidence-based guidelines, systematic reviews and other peer-reviewed material and analyze this material for scientific merit. |
2. Demonstrate strong oral communication skills through completion of a thoroughly researched presentation. |
3. Translate knowledge and skills from Nutritional Sciences competencies to nutrition research or evidence-based clinical practice. |
4. Exhibit ethical conduct, leadership, and a commitment to lifelong service. |
5. Prepare a well-written and structured comprehensive exam, thesis or project that involves a comprehensive written evaluation of the existing literature about a nutrition topic. |