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ANAT 1005: Anatomy Lecture & Lab
ANAT 1005, Anatomy Lecture & Lab, is a four-credit online lecture/lab anatomy course that focuses on an integrated study of human anatomy using a systemic approach to provide a solid foundation of body structure which is paramount to understanding physiological…
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ANPS 1010: Anatomy and Physiology I
This is the first of a series of two courses in Anatomy and Physiology. It is designed to provide the foundation for students that intend to pursue a career in healthcare or seek admission into a professional school. This course…
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ANPS 1011: Anatomy and Physiology II
This is the second of a series of two courses in Anatomy and Physiology. It is fast-paced and designed to continue to provide the foundation for students who intend to pursue a career in healthcare or seek admission into a…
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APN 505: Applied Anatomy & Physiology
This course will examine human anatomy and physiology from an integrative and applied perspective. Students will develop an understanding of the functions and structures of the human body, and explore how cells, tissues, and organ systems work together to maintain…
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APN 510: Applied Nutritional Biochemistry
In this biochemistry focused course which uses nutrition as a model, students will explore metabolic pathways to which macro and micronutrients play a significant regulatory role as well as the interaction between nutrients within these pathways. Topics will include energetics…
Certificate
APN 515: Applied Food Innovation
This course will provide applied foundational knowledge in food science, food safety (HACCP) and management principles as it relates to nutrition. Management and supervision planning, organizing, staffing control, leadership, budgeting, directing, marketing and other tools to aid an effective manager…
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APN 601: Trends and Issues in Nutrition
Current trends and issues relating to nutrition, food, and food products are examined. The course will contain a review of key concepts related to the digestive system, metabolism, energy balance, nutrition and disease and the Nutrition Care Plan. Current issues…
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APN 602: Trends and Issues in Nutrition Lab
In the RDN Lab Series, MSAN students in the RDM focus will conduct Supervised Experiential Practice hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with…
Certificate
APN 604: Nutrition Across the Lifespan
Nutrition requirements and metabolism from preconception through older adulthood are examined. The impacts and effects of culture, environment, economy, and mental and physical health on nutrition status across the life cycle are explored. Metabolism of macronutrients, nutrition assessment methodologies, and…
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APN 605: Nutrition Across the Lifespan
Nutrition requirements and metabolism from preconception through older adulthood are examined. The impacts and effects of culture, environment, economy and mental and physical health on nutrition status across the life cycle are explored. Metabolism of macronutrients, nutrition assessment methodologies, and…
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APN 606: Nutrition Across the Lifespan Lab
In the RDN Lab Series, MSAN students in the RDM focus will conduct Supervised Experiential Practice hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with…
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APN 610: Research Methods
Research methods and research design commonly used in nutrition research are examined. Topics include defining research questions, developing hypotheses, writing research goals and objectives, reviewing and interpreting literature, choosing appropriate research designs and understanding and summarizing relevant data. Professional presentation…
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APN 611: Research Methods Lab
In the RDN lab series, MSAN students in the RDN focus will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with…
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APN 615: Nutrition & Metabolism
The normal and disordered metabolism of carbohydrates, protein, fats, vitamins, and water, and the physiological actions of these nutrients are examined. Topics include macronutrient and micronutrient absorption, transport, and excretion, the regulation of biochemical and enzymatic pathways, variability in the…
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APN 616: Nutrition and Metabolism Lab
In the RDN lab series, MSAN students in the RDN focus will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with…
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APN 620: Nutrition Education and Health Behavior Change
Health behavior theories and practices utilized to facilitate healthful behavior change in a variety of nutrition education, counseling, and clinical settings are examined. Topics include motivational interviewing, practice of professional and engaged verbal and nonverbal communication, active listening, practitioner directed…
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APN 621: Nutrition Education and Health Behavior Change Lab
In the RDN lab series, MSAN students in the RDN focus will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with…
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APN 701: Nutrition, Wellness, and Multimedia Communications
Strategic use of multimedia communications tools in the nutrition and wellness industry will be examined. Theories of mass communication, including contemporary perspectives and their application to current nutrition and wellness practice are emphasized. Topics include professional and ethical approaches to…
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APN 705: Online Research and Advanced Research Methods
Advanced research methods and conducting online research will be examined. Appropriate use of qualitative and quantitative research design, methodology, data collection, and analyses will be emphasized. Topics include determining appropriate research design, population size, recruiting research participants, the use of…
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APN 707: Dietary Practices and the Environment
Diets, dietary practices, food choice and food patterns will be examined through the lens of sustainability at local, national and global levels. Consumer choices and their impact on food webs and global food systems will be explored, through analyzing the…
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APN 710: Media and Ethics in Nutrition
Media organizations, their audiences, and the ethics of advertising will be examined. Best practices, transparency and risk mediation in advertising will be explored. Topics include communicating with potential clients in both industry and non-profit sectors, seeking grant funding for nutrition…
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APN 712: Global Food Systems and Sustainable Agriculture Policy
Global food systems, systems of agriculture, food webs, the influence of agricultural systems on climate change, and environmental impacts of food growth, processing, and distribution will be examined. National and International law and agricultural, trade and financial policies, and effects…
Certificate
APN 715: Measuring Social Media Impact
Social media metrics used to inform marketing campaigns and budgeting decisions will be explored. Analyzing social media metrics and developing strategies for viable advertising and social media information dissemination campaigns concerning nutrition and wellness will be emphasized. Topics include how…
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APN 717: Food Justice and Advocacy
Food access, food sovereignty, and the economics of food will be investigated. Local and international social justice and food advocacy initiatives will be investigated. Social feeding programs, community needs assessments and funding for food advocacy programs will be examined. Topics…