Academics Courses

Applied Nutrition


APN 725: Business Development and Entrepreneurship

Small business development in the nutrition and wellness industry will be examined. Strategic decision making and leadership will be emphasized. Topics include the development of business plans, assessing the risk of business concepts, and identifying strategies for success in competitive,…

Credits: 3

Applied Nutrition


APN 730: Medical Nutrition Therapy

Nutrition principles, clinical nutrition assessment, the development, use, and monitoring of therapeutic diets, and nutrition support in the treatment and prevention of disease will be examined. Topics include lifestyle strategies and nutrition and therapeutic based interventions to correct nutrition insufficiencies,…

Credits: 3

Certificate


APN 734: Nutrition Leadership, Community Nutrition and Wellness

Nutrition behavior, public health implications of nutrition status, nutrition education initiatives and leadership in the nutrition and wellness fields will be examined. Development of educational materials and programs for a range of settings will be explored and dissemination of professional…

Credits: 3
Tuition: $770/credit

Applied Nutrition


APN 740: Nutrition and Nutrition Information in the Media

Commercial and media influence on concepts of physical and mental health, wellness, nutrition and nutrition education will be examined. Commercialization and consolidation of food systems and the impacts on nutrition are explored. Topics include food labeling, food advertising, the impact…

Credits: 3

Applied Nutrition


APN 745: Overweight and Obesity

The epidemiology, etiology, and pathophysiology of overweight and obesity are examined. Complications in management of overweight and obesity are explored. Topics include public health, psychosocial and economic factors impacting overweight and obesity, current educational and theoretical models used to combat…

Credits: 3

Certificate


APN 750: Clinical Management of Overweight and Obesity

The management and treatment of overweight and obesity are examined. Treatment approaches including medical, behavioral, and lifestyle management interventions are explored. Current practices will be critically reviewed and appropriate research methodology for proposing clinical or behavioral research will be examined.…

Credits: 3
Tuition: $770/credit

Applied Nutrition


APN 755: Applied Nutrition Capstone

The latest theories, research, policy, and practices relating to a variety of nutrition concepts, controversies and practice will be applied to a relevant area of the students choice and approved by the instructor. This capstone course will culminate in a…

Credits: 3

Applied Nutrition


APN 756: Applied Nutrition Capstone 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…

Credits: 1

Applied Nutrition


APN 760: Micronutrients: Nutrition and Functional Applications

This course examines the role of micronutrients and micronutrient metabolism in human health and nutrition, specifically the digestion, absorption, transport, storage and excretion of vitamins and minerals. Homeostatic mechanisms and micronutrient interactions with dietary, organic and inorganic compounds will be…

Credits: 3

Applied Nutrition


APN 761: Micronutrients: Nutrition and Functional Applications 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…

Credits: 1

Applied Nutrition


APN 765: Nutrition Therapy for Clinical Practice

The epidemiology and etiology of nutrition-related disease will be examined. Dietary, lifestyle and behavior change approaches in chronic disease prevention and management will be emphasized. Disease prevention and management using dietary modification and specialized therapies will be emphasized. Topics include…

Credits: 3

Certificate


APN 770: Nutrition Counseling and Communication

The role of the nutrition professional in promoting general health and wellness through a variety of communication methods will be examined. Theoretical models of nutrition counseling and behavior change and evidence-based nutrition intervention design strategies are emphasized. Topics include calculation…

Credits: 3
Tuition: $770/credit

Applied Nutrition


APN 775: Advanced Nutrition Research

Critical review and evaluation of current nutrition and wellness literature will be examined. Development and presentation of nutrition related research will be performed. Quantitative and/or qualitative research methods including research design and methodology, data collection and analysis and interpretation of…

Credits: 3

Applied Nutrition


APN 780: Food and Nutrition Operations Management

This course examines the application of management principles to foodservice operations and nutrition services including leadership, finance, quality control, human resources, negotiation, factors affecting foodservice design and equipment selection, and disaster preparedness. Students will apply the scientific principles underlying food…

Credits: 3

Applied Nutrition


APN 781: Food and Nutrition Operations Management 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…

Credits: 1

Certificate


APN 785: Nutrition Assessment and Application in a Clinical Setting

This course will emphasize the Nutrition Focused Physical Exam approach to nutrition assessment in the clinical setting. Advanced assessment of dietary, biochemical, and body size and body composition will be included in this course. Students will apply computer skills and…

Credits: 3
Tuition: $770/credit

Applied Nutrition


APN 786: Nutrition Assessment and Application in a Clinical Setting 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…

Credits: 1

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CHEM 1000: Survey of Chemistry

CHEM 1000 is a three-credit chemistry course that introduces the principles of general, organic, and biological chemistry that are relevant to students interested in health-related and other professions. Students will gain familiarity with concepts such as: atomic theory, measurements, significant…

Credits: 3
Tuition: $440/credit

Education


EDU 600: Teacher as Leader

This course enhances classroom-based experiences by linking them with professional research skills. Educators in this course will learn to locate and critically review a wide range of professional resources, articulate knowledge from a research-based framework, and collaborate with their peers…

Credits: 3

Certificate


EDU 610: Differentiation Theory and Strategy

This course explores the theories of differentiated instruction. Within the course, educators analyze differentiation theories and incorporate differentiation strategies into the design of units and lessons in their own educational settings. Collegial reflection regarding the use of these differentiation strategies…

Credits: 3
Tuition: $620/credit

Education


EDU 615: Motivational Theory & Class Management

This course examines significant theories of student motivation in the classroom. Educators taking this course will develop a lesson plan, embedding motivational theory to improve student engagement, assess current effectiveness of practices, and complete an in-depth analysis and application of…

Credits: 3

Education


EDU 620: Ethical Responsibilities in Today's Educational Systems

Educational systems have evolved into complex reflections of society, providing a system of essential services. These systems partner with other community functions in areas from economic development to social supports. Successful leaders within these systems must demonstrate ethical and moral…

Credits: 3

Certificate


EDU 625: Developing a Framework for Diversity and Inclusion

This course centers on the principles of diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Participants will create a framework for diversity and inclusion through engagement with the literature and theories on social identity in the historic context of America. We will examine…

Credits: 3
Tuition: $620/credit

Certificate


EDU 632: Enhancing Online Student Engagement

Online learning must be rigorous, relevant, and designed to meet the needs of all students. Participants will explore current practices in online curriculum design and instructional strategies that focus on maximizing student engagement with technology-enabled learning content, the instructor, and…

Credits: 3
Tuition: $620/credit