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Applied Dietetics Practice — Accelerated B.S.

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Arts and Sciences Family and Consumer Sciences
Degree Level
Accelerated & Dual
College
Arts and Sciences
Format
Online
Credit Hours
144 hours
Average Time to Degree
5 years

Accelerated Master of Science in Applied Dietetics Practice at Harding

The accelerated pathway is for qualified undergraduate students, allowing them to complete both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in applied dietetics practice in five years. Students will complete liberal arts credits and prerequisites during their first three years and finish the graduate program curriculum in years four and five.

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Why study Applied Dietetics Practice at Harding?

Experiential Learning

Students have the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and skills they learned in their didactic courses to real-life practice in the field. Supervised experiential learning courses occur in the following professional work settings: foodservice, clinical and community and public health nutrition. Sites include hospitals, long-term care facilities, schools, foodbanks, research centers, etc.

Preceptors working in each setting are volunteers who are selected by students and approved by the program. Students will be responsible for locating sites and preceptors under the guidance and direction of the program. The purpose of these experiences is for preceptors to supervise and guide the student learning experiences and for students to collaborate with preceptors in efforts to achieve professional competency in the field of nutrition and dietetics.

Organizations

Student organizations: Students have the opportunity to participate in the Harding University Graduate Student Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Professional organizations: Students have the opportunity to participate in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and their state and local affiliates.

Interprofessional Activities

Students have the opportunity to participate in interprofessional activities with other Harding University graduate students in the College of Allied Health.

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The Nu Delta Chapter of Kappa Omicron Nu of the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences, Harding University, holds monthly scholarly meetings, conducts a service project each semester and inducts new members during the spring semester.

The Master of Science in applied dietetics practice program at Harding University is a candidacy program seeking accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Address: 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, Phone: 800/877-1600, ext. 5400, E-mail: ACEND@eatright.org, Website: eatrightpro.org/acend).

What can you do with a Master of Science in Applied Dietetics Practice?

Behavioral health and eating disorder centers

A Master of Science in applied dietetics practice equips graduates with the specialized knowledge and skills to work effectively in behavioral health and eating disorder centers. This program provides a strong foundation in nutritional science, therapeutic interventions and counseling techniques preparing dietitians to support individuals struggling with eating disorders and other behavioral health issues.

Clinical settings: Hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers and long-term care

Graduates are well-prepared to work in various clinical settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers and long-term care. The program's emphasis on medical nutrition therapy, clinical assessment and patient-centered care equips dietitians to manage the nutritional needs of patients with acute and chronic conditions.

Coaching and private practice groups

In coaching and private practice groups, a Master of Science in applied dietetics practice prepares graduates to offer personalized nutrition and wellness services to a diverse clientele. This program equips dietitians with advanced skills in nutritional counseling, behavior change strategies and business management enabling them to operate successful private practices or serve as nutrition coaches.

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Family and Consumer Sciences
501-279-4472
fcs@harding.edu