Applied Nutrition Dietetics (MSAN-D)

APN 505  |  3 credit hours

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 homeostasis within the human body, with a focus on human nutrition and metabolism. Functional and regulatory roles of macro and micronutrients will be examined. The course lays the foundation for understanding diagnosis and treatment of diseases in the nutrition care setting.

APN 510  |  3 credit hours

Using human nutrition as a model, this biochemistry focused course will explore metabolic pathways to which macro and micronutrients play a significant regulatory role, as well as the interaction between nutrients within these pathways. The course is guided by the exploration of recent scientific literature in areas of nutrition and biochemistry and ways one informs the other. Topics include energetics of metabolism; structure and metabolism of macro and micronutrients; and the integration of metabolic systems. Students will examine signs and symptoms of nutrient deficiency as well as excess, and understand nutrition status with respect to disease prevention and therapy through an emphasis on biochemical mechanisms of nutrition and metabolism.

APN 520  |  3 credit hours

Foundations in Nutrition and Medical Nutrition Therapy provides a comprehensive survey of nutrition science. This course will review key concepts including macronutrient and micronutrient biochemistry, digestion and metabolism, nutrition across the lifecycle, and the gut microbiome. Students will apply nutrition science to the prevention and management of disease through Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), including ADIME documentation and PES statement construction using eNCPT terminology. The course integrates community nutrition, food service management, ethics, food labeling, sustainability, sports nutrition, and worksite wellness to reflect the full scope of modern nutrition practice. Medical terminology is embedded throughout the first five weeks to build clinical communication proficiency. Evidence-based practice is central to all course activities, with an emphasis on critically appraising the scientific literature and translating research findings into professional nutrition practice.

APN 600  |  3 credit hours

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 Process. Current issues related to these topics will be explored. Students will review, analyze and synthesize professional literature. Students will apply course concepts to their practice and/or area of study and expertise.

APN 602  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students in the dietetics program will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 604  |  3 credit hours

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 specific concerns for each life cycle stage are emphasized.

APN 606  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students in the dietetics program will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 610  |  3 credit hours

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 of research findings is emphasized.

APN 611  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics program lab series, MSAN students in the dietetics program will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 615  |  3 credit hours

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 bioavailability of vitamins and minerals, and the impacts of nutrient toxicity and deficiency in human and animal models.

APN 616  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students in the dietetics program will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 620  |  3 credit hours

Health behavior theories and practices utilized to facilitate healthful behavior change in a variety of nutrition counseling and clinical settings are examined. Topics include motivational interviewing, practice of professional and engaged verbal and nonverbal communication, active listening, practitioner directed goal setting and group counseling.  The design and evaluation of nutrition counseling practices are explored.

APN 621  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students in the dietetics program will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 734  |  3 credit hours

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 education materials for a variety of audiences will be emphasized.

APN 736  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 730  |  3 credit hours

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, promote optimal health, and prevent, manage or correct medical problems.

APN 731  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students in the dietetics program will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director of the MSAN program/Director of the dietetics program to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 760  |  3 credit hours

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 explored. Topics will include micronutrients and medical nutrition therapy, micronutrient toxicity and deficiency, bioavailability of micronutrients and clinical implications of micronutrient status. Students will also develop skills in evaluating and applying nutrition research by formulating focused nutrition questions, critically appraising study quality, and synthesizing findings across the literature to support evidence-based nutrition practice.

APN 761  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 780  |  3 credit hours

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 preparation as well as studies of food selection, preparation and composition including evaluation of prepared products and recipe modifications. In addition, students will evaluate various food preparation methods, food presentation and food sanitation in practice.

APN 781  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students in the dietetics will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 785  |  3 credit hours

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 use health informatics in the Nutrition Care Process. In addition, the course will examine the impact of complementary and integrative nutrition on drugs, disease, health and wellness.

APN 786  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 775  |  3 credit hours

Current nutrition and wellness literature will be critically reviewed and evaluated. 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 findings will be employed. Topics include appropriate use of statistical software, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes, research design, implementation and evaluation methods for a variety of nutrition research initiatives, and professional presentation of research findings.

APN 776  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics focus lab series, MSAN students in the dietetics focus will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.

APN 755  |  3 credit hours

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 student’s choice and approved by a faculty mentor, review committee, and the instructor. This capstone course will culminate in a project and/or paper that will contribute unique or novel research to the field such as: a primary or secondary research investigation of an educational or clinical question or practice, a review of and proposal to modify current policy or practice, or a review and development of new approaches to the prevention, management or treatment of a nutrition or wellness concern.

APN 756  |  1 credit hour

In the dietetics lab series, MSAN students in the dietetics will conduct Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL) hours. In the lab series, Faculty and Preceptors will assess competencies. Students will work to demonstrate professional skills and values in all interactions with their site preceptors, CPS faculty and staff, their peers and community members. Through reflective writing exercises, students will self-assess their skills, behaviors and attitudes. Topics such as clinical skills, communication skills, leadership and management skills, professionalism, conflict resolution, teamwork and integrity will be explored. Cases and real-world examples will be used to facilitate discussions. Students are responsible for working with the Assistant Director, Graduate Program in Applied Nutrition to arrange acceptable Preceptors and SEL sites before signing up for the course.