Applied Nutrition

Graduate Certificate

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Quick Facts

Credits Required: 12

Cost Per Credit: $499.97

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Program Details

The 12-unit Graduate Certificate in Applied Nutrition (GCAN) can be completed in less than one year and offers core courses in advanced nutritional sciences that address metabolism and disease as well as clinical and applied nutrition. Students also complete elective coursework.

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*Residents of some U.S. Territories may not be eligible. Please see our Eligibility & State Authorization page for more information.

Courses

Students accepted into this program must complete the following courses to earn the certificate:

This class will review the multi-facets of macronutrient metabolism and its application to the prevention and development of common chronic diseases. The clinical applications of nutrient deficiencies and toxicities will also be reviewed. Metabolic alterations associated with obesity, metabolic syndrome, and other diseases will be discussed.

This course will advance understanding of research design methods and implementation, interpretation of research findings, and advances in nutrition science research for selected chronic diseases.

This course will review the nutrition care process and the application of nutrition science principles in the selection of the appropriate medical nutrition therapies related to gastrointestinal disorders, cancer, diabetes mellitus, neurological impairment, renal disease, wound healing, and critical illness. The role that integrative medicine may play will also be reviewed. A case-based approach will be utilized to foster analytical and critical thinking skills related to designing nutrition prescriptions and interventions, as well as redesigning nutrition care plans related to monitoring and evaluation. This course will cover disease prevention and management utilizing lifestyle and nutrition therapies, including oral diet and nutrition support.