Overview
Nutritional awareness is on the rise, and today’s public understands that healthy living calls for healthy eating. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that demand for nutritionists and dieticians will grow much faster than average over the next decade. The Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics program at CMU Online offers advanced training in nutritional science so you can help your clients make informed dietary choices. As someone who has or is working toward gaining your R.D.* license, this program presents the perfect opportunity to level up your knowledge and skills in the area. You’ll gain the theoretical foundation, hands-on experience you need to expand your career opportunities and make a difference in this evolving field.
*Completion of this M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics program alone does not result in the attainment of the registered dietitian (R.D.) designation, nor eligibility to take the registration exam.
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Nutrition and Dietetics, Master of Science
Location:
Online
Your Goal:
Gain advanced training in nutritional science and help your clients make healthier choices.
About the Program:
In 2024, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics will require all new Registered Dietitians to have a master’s degree. Whether you’re new to the field or experienced, our Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics will prepare you to meet evolving requirements, deliver the latest nutritional advice and better serve your clients. Choose from three options to suit your professional goals:
- Thesis
- Internship
- Coursework
Admission to the program is dependent upon completion of an undergraduate degree at a US regionally accredited university or college and course work accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND®) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. If you have already completed a dietetic internship and haven’t received graduate credit for it, you may apply for a maximum of 12 semester hours of Credit by Examination (CBE) and save up to 30 percent on your master’s degree. While you do not have to be an R.D. to enter this program, the Plan B-internship option is limited to those students who have completed or will be completing an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved internship.
Program Outcomes:
You’ll earn your Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics and prepare for rewarding career paths in diverse health and wellness settings. Possible careers you could pursue with this degree include Clinical Nutrition Manager, Public Health Nutrition Supervisor, Clinical Trial Supervisor for the Pharmaceutical Industry and many more. The M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics is also ideal for research positions in a non-clinical setting, foodservice management or administration in nutrition services.
Completion of this M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics program alone does not result in the attainment of the registered dietitian (R.D) designation, nor eligibility to take the registration exam.
CMU offers engaging online and face-to-face learning opportunities built to help you achieve big goals. Request information today to learn more about this program and how to take the next step.
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