Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Dietetics Track, Nutrition, BS


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Students who complete the Dietetics Track (Didactic Program in Dietetics) meet the academic requirements as accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This track prepares individuals to translate food and nutrition science information for members of the larger community with respect to healthful food preparation, healthy eating behaviors, medical nutrition therapy, management of nutrition delivery and food service systems, and advocacy for the profession of dietetics. The individual who completes this program will exhibit an in-depth knowledge of food, nutrition, behavioral sciences, and management theory and be able to apply this knowledge to solve problems. Graduates qualify for admission to ACEND-accredited dietetic internships in pursuit of dietetic registration.

Liberal Studies: 44


As outlined in the Liberal Studies Requirements  with the following specifications:

Dimensions of Wellness:


Liberal Studies Elective: 3


  • No courses with FDNT prefix

Major: 25


Other Requirements: 13


Free Electives: 10


Total Degree Requirements: 120


(1) CHEM 231  is also required if CHEM 111 -CHEM 112  is taken and is added to major credits.

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