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Home Health Sciences Academic Programs Dietetics and Nutrition

Associate-to-Bachelor's in Dietetics and Nutrition

1 Year
Duration
14
Courses
84
Credit Hours
$24,000
Total Cost

This track focuses on Dietetics and Nutrition, preparing students with the clinical knowledge and practical skills the field expects at the Associate-to-Bachelor's level.

Graduates are equipped to pursue relevant healthcare career paths, with a self-paced format built for students balancing work and other commitments.

1
Core Courses
8 Courses
HS-094
Health Care System
Introduces the structure and operation of the modern healthcare system.
  • Healthcare system structure
  • Roles across the care continuum
  • Healthcare policy overview
HS-189
Introduction to Public Health (Disease Prevention)
Covers the principles behind preventing disease at the population level.
  • Disease prevention strategies
  • Public health surveillance basics
  • Community health intervention basics
HS-216
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Introduces the structure and function of the human body systems.
  • Major organ systems
  • Structure-function relationships
  • Basic physiological processes
N-306
Pharmacology
Covers foundational principles of medication classes and safe administration.
  • Drug classification basics
  • Medication administration safety
  • Common side effects and interactions
HS-337
Introduction to Fitness and Wellness
Introduces the principles behind physical fitness and overall wellness.
  • Exercise physiology basics
  • Wellness program fundamentals
  • Lifestyle factors in health
HS-665
Introduction to Health Sciences
A broad orientation to the health sciences field and career paths.
  • Overview of health science careers
  • Interdisciplinary healthcare roles
  • Foundations of clinical practice
HS-687
Introduction to Nutrition Science
Covers the foundational principles of nutrition and its role in health.
  • Macronutrient and micronutrient basics
  • Diet and disease prevention
  • Nutritional assessment basics
HS-747
Introduction to Health Promotion
Introduces strategies for promoting healthy behaviors across populations.
  • Health behavior change models
  • Health promotion program design
  • Community health education basics
2
Specialist Courses
6 Courses
DAN-2761
Dietetics and Nutrition Procedures and Practices
Covers standard procedures used in dietetics and nutrition practice.
  • Standard dietary assessment procedures
  • Meal planning protocols
  • Nutrition documentation practices
FOD-2762
Fundamentals of Dietetics and Nutrition
Covers the foundational skills and knowledge every dietetics professional needs.
  • Dietary planning basics
  • Nutrient requirement fundamentals
  • Patient safety in dietetics
ITD-2763
Introduction to Dietetics and Nutrition
A broad orientation to the dietetics and nutrition field and career paths.
  • History of dietetics
  • Dietetics career pathways
  • Overview of nutrition specializations
DAN-2827
Dietetics and Nutrition Advanced Studies
Covers advanced topics in dietetics and nutrition practice.
  • Advanced dietary intervention concepts
  • Complex case management
  • Evidence-based dietetics practice
DAN-2828
Dietetics and Nutrition Clinical Practices
Covers clinical skills applied in real dietetics practice settings.
  • Clinical skill application
  • Dietary counseling techniques
  • Interdisciplinary care coordination
DAN-2829
Dietetics and Nutrition Patient Care
Covers comprehensive patient care planning in dietetics practice.
  • Patient care planning
  • Delivering personalized dietary care
  • Monitoring patient nutrition outcomes
$24,000
Total Program Cost
$286
Per Credit Hour
84
Total Credit Hours

Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.

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Admission requires Associate Degree or equivalent credits.

01

Submit Your Application

Complete the online application with your basic and academic details.

02

Advisor Review

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