Health Sciences B.S. with a concentration in Nutrition
Health Sciences Course Descriptions
The Bachelor of Science in Health Science (BS-HSCI) with a concentration in Nutrition is designed for students who are ready to prepare for a career in the healthcare field with a emphasis on nutrition. Professionals already working can complete a BS-HSCI degree to move on to a senior leadership position.
Graduates will be prepared for opportunities in nutrition areas of healthcare, including wellness, healthcare policy, education, and fitness. Graduates will be qualified to assume leadership positions in multiple environments and also move on to graduate school.
Requirements
A. Nutrition Concentration (27 Hours):
NUTR 2300 | Introduction to Health Professions | |
NUTR 2310 | Introduction to Nutrition Science | |
NUTR 2340 | Food Culture and Disease in America | |
NUTR 2350 | Nutrition for Health, Fitness and Sport | |
NUTR 3300 | Life Cycle Nutrition for Health Care | |
NUTR 3320 | Public Health Nutrition | |
NUTR 3360 | Integrated Approach to Weight Management | |
NUTR 4310 | Nutrition Therapy and Pathophysiology | |
NUTR 4320 | Health and Nutrition Communication and Education Skills | |
B. General electives to meet 120 total credit hours for degree and 45 hour residency requirement
C. 45 Clock hours of Community Service is required