Graduate Program: Applied Nutrition (PSM) - Dietetics

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Program/Degree
Applied Nutrition (PSM) - Dietetics  
Program Description

The Professional Science Masters in Applied Nutrition - Dietetics Emphasis is an ACEND-accredited Graduate Program. The 12-month program combines online coursework through Arizona Online with supervised experiential learning at community, clinical, and foodservice sites. In order to become an RDN, graduates must complete the required coursework and supervised experiential learning hours (1000 hours). Following the completion of the program, a national exam is required as the final step to earn the RDN credential. Please email grad-nsw@email.arizona.edu with any questions.

Tuition for those accepted into the program is $950 per unit for both residents and non-residents.

The PSM in Applied Nutrition – Dietetics Emphasis program at the University of Arizona is a nationally accredited Graduate Program by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL. 60606-6995, (800) 877-1600, email: ACEND@eatright.org(link sends e-mail). Program outcomes data are available upon request/once available.

 
Department/Academic Unit(s)

Thank you for considering the School of Nutritional Sciences and Wellness at the University of Arizona for your graduate studies! Please email grad-nsw@email.arizona.edu with any questions.

The School of Nutritional Sciences and Wellness at the University of Arizona offers traditional graduate research programs leading to a Master of Science degree and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Nutritional Sciences under the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. A minor in Nutritional Sciences is offered to Ph.D. students. The School of Nutritional Sciences and Wellness also offers online graduate programs, including a Graduate Certificate in Applied Nutrition designed to be completed in only 8 months, an Applied Nutrition - Nutrition & Wellness emphasis professional science master (non-thesis) designed to be completed in 18 months as well as an ACEND accredited Future Education Model - Graduate program, Applied Nutrition - Dietetics emphasis Professional Science Master’s program.

 
College

College of Agriculture & Life Sciences

 
Campus where offered

Arizona Online - Online

 
Contacts
Admissions Contact
Fanisia Bundage
520-621-1186
Graduate Program Coordinator
Kaydi Williams
520-621-1186
Director of Graduate Studies
Kayle Jeanne Skorupski
520-621-1396
Graduate College Degree Counselor
Tammy Tran
520-621-0119
 
Tuition and Fees
Please refer to the UA Bursar's Office Tuition and Fees Calculator for up-to-date information about tuition and fees. 
Please refer to the UA Registrar's's Office Special Course Fees for up-to-date information about special course fees. 

Admissions Information

Admissions Requirements

Applicants to the PSM in Applied Nutrition - Dietetics Emphasis program must meet the following minimum requirements:

  • BS or BA from an accredited institution
  • DPD verification statement OR specified pre-requisite coursework 
  • Required pre-requisite coursework with a grade of C or higher:
    • Anatomy/physiology (2 semesters of anatomy/physiology i.e. PSIO 201 & 202)
    • Biochemistry 1 semester (course must require organic chemistry as pre-requisite) 
    • Medical Nutrition Therapy/Clinical Nutrition minimum 2 semesters (must include Nutrition Care Process and Terminology) - if taken at University of Arizona, must take 3 course MNT series (NSC 325, 425, 435)
    • Food Science 1 semester 
    • Macronutrient Metabolism 1 semester
    • Food Service Management 1 semester OR Serv-Safe Manager Certification
    • Statistics
  • Recommended pre-requisite coursework:
    • Community/Public Health Nutrition
    • Counseling/Nutrition Counseling
    • Additional Coursework in Medical Nutrition Therapy/Clinical Nutrition
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA overall in undergraduate degree or over the last 60 units of enrollment
  • Additionally, because the program is delivered exclusively online, the following student characteristics are essential to successfully completing the program:
    • Self-directed, independent learner
    • Able to manage time effectively
    • Effective written and verbal communication
    • Able to utilize a wide range of resources effectively
 
Standardized Tests

None

 
Funding Opportunities

This program does qualify for financial aid (required to take at least 5 units a semester). Please refer to this website for more information regarding financial aid: http://financialaid.arizona.edu/graduate-students

There MAY be an opportunity semester to semester for paid grader positions, depending on department needs and available funding. If you are interested in this opportunity, please let Kayle know and she will keep you informed if opportunities arise.

 
Admissions Deadlines

Domestic Applicants:

 
International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information
The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

Completion Requirements

Minimum Credit Units

30 

Core Coursework Requirements

Students accepted into the Applied Nutrition - Dietetics emphasis must complete the following courses to earn the degree:

  • NSC 501: Statistics for Applied Nutritional Sciences I (1 unit)
  • NSC 502: Statistics for Applied Nutritional Sciences (1 unit)
  • NSC 509: Advanced Nutrition Metabolism and Disease (3 units)
  • NSC 519: Advanced Applied Nutritional Sciences (3 units)
  • NSC 540: Nutrition Interventions (3 units)
  • NSC 542: Advanced Medical Nutrition Therapy (3 units)
  • NSC 558: Advanced Foodservice Management (3 units)
  • NSC 562: Professional Ethics and Best Practices in Nutrition Education and Counseling (3 units)
  • NSC 570: Food Systems and Agricultural Literacy (3 units)
  • NSC 693A: Professional Experiential Learning in Dietetics - Community Nutrition (2 units)
  • NSC 693B: Professional Experiential Learning in Dietetics - Food Service Management (2 units)
  • NSC 693C: Professional Experiential Learning in Dietetics - Clinical Nutrition (3 units)

All courses will be fully distributed through online course tool platforms and technology. Professional Experiential Learning in Dietetics coursework requires onsite supervised experiential learning in clinical nutrition, community nutrition and foodservice management facilities.

Minimal GPA in the program: 3.0

 
Elective Coursework

There is no elective coursework as part of the Dietetics emphasis.

 

 

 
Additional Requirements

Professional Experiential Learning in Dietetics coursework requires onsite supervised experiential learning in clinical nutrition, community nutrition and food service management facilities.

 
Student Handbook

Please refer to the Graduate Student Handbook for students who are pursuing this program of study.

 
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Last revised 14 Mar 2023