- 專業(yè)概況
- 所屬院系
- 中國學(xué)生入學(xué)要求
- 課程信息
專業(yè)概況
在這里學(xué)什么?
Learn about nutrition and become an expert who can work with people to help improve health and change lives. Our program meets the accreditation requirements set forth by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), which is needed to pursue certifications as registered dietitian-nutritionist (RD or RDN) or dietetic technician, registered (DTR or DTRN).
What Will I Learn?
The nutrition major teaches you about science, psychology, the human body and how food and nutrition can promote health and well-being. You will explore current topics and learn about culinary arts, nutrition education and counseling, nutrition status assessment, and how nutritional guidelines and medical nutrition therapy can enhance performance and quality of life. We offer a wide range of courses and activities that promote professional skill development.
You can choose between our dietetics track or food and nutrition track. The dietetics pathway is a didactic program in dietetics. This option leads to eligibility to pursue certification by the Commission on Dietetics Registration (CDR). The food and nutrition track’s flexibility allows you to pursue other professional goals including health promotion, pre-medical and pre-health professional studies.
What Are My Career Opportunities?
We combine theory and hands-on professional training and prepare you for a wide range of nutrition-related jobs. Experiential learning is encouraged. You may choose to pursue certifications as dietetic technician, registered (DTR or DTRN) or a supervised practice program leading to eligibility for the CDR credentialing exam to become a registered dietitian nutritionist. With an increased focus on health and changes in demographics, the job outlook for nutrition professionals is expected to be much faster than average for all professions. Jobs you will be ready for include:
Registered dietitian-nutritionist Registered dietetic technician Nutrition educator Food service manager Food technologist Food science careers
Community health worker Health educator Public health nutritionist Wellness coach Diabetes educator
Learn how to help people use food and nutrition to promote health and well-being, as well as manage disease and optimize quality of life. You can start the nutrition program your first semester, with courses balanced between nutrition and relevant cognates that fulfill general education requirements. As you progress, you will focus increasingly on nutrition-related coursework. We welcome transfer students and will tailor your academic plan to fit your needs.
所屬院系
進(jìn)入哪個(gè)院系學(xué)習(xí)? School of Education, Health and Human Services
中國學(xué)生入學(xué)要求
為來自中國的學(xué)生設(shè)計(jì) Applicants should meet the following minimum requirements: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma. English proficiency requirements: TOEFL paper: >490; TOEFL internet: >57; IELTS Academic: >5.5; PTE (Pearson Test of English): >45.
課程信息
學(xué)制:全日制(4 年)
學(xué)費(fèi):US$16,980.00 (¥ 109,927) /年
開學(xué)時(shí)間:預(yù)計(jì)在八月 2022
申請截止日期:
留學(xué)地點(diǎn):School of Education, Health and Human Services400 Sibley Hall,101 Broad Street,PLATTSBURGH,New York,12901, United States