College of Education and Professional Studies
Dietetics
Bachelor of Science | Major
Food Science and Nutrition, BS—Dietetics Specialization
Our Food Science and Nutrition degree offers a specialization in nutrition and dietetics, preparing you for a career as a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).
Dive into the principles of human nutrition and explore topics ranging from macro and micronutrients, food service, dietary patterns, nutrition counseling and nutrition's impact on human health. The dietetics specialization fulfills the requirements of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics for a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD). The DPD program is currently granted continuing accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
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Nicole Stendell-Hollis, PhD, RDN
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What You'll Study
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Accreditation
This program is currently granted Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (AND). For more information, review the Nutrition and Dietetics Handbook.
ACEND Contract Information:
- Email: ACEND@eatright.org
- Phone: 800/877-1600, ext. 5400
- Mail: 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL, 60606-6995
Core Courses
- NUTR 101 - Introduction to Human Nutrition
- NUTR 240 - Introduction to Foods
- NUTR 240LAB - Introduction to Foods Laboratory
- NUTR 344 - Medical Nutrition Therapy I
- NUTR 345 - Nutrition and the Lifecycle
- NUTR 350 - Weight Management
- NUTR 447 - Community Nutrition
- HESC 360 - Statistics in Health Sciences
- PSY 362 - Introductory Statistics
Dietetics Specialization
- CHEM 111 - Introduction to Chemistry
- CHEM 111LAB - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory
- CHEM 181 - General Chemistry I
- CHEM 181LAB - General Chemistry Laboratory I
- CHEM 112 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry
- CHEM 112LAB - Introduction to Organic Chemistry Laboratory
- CHEM 113 - Introduction to Biochemistry
- CHEM 113LAB - Introduction to Biochemistry Laboratory
- NUTR 343 - Foods and Nutrition Professionalism
Anatomy and Physiology
- BIOL 305 - Human Anatomy and Physiology for Health-Related Majors I
- BIOL 306 - Human Anatomy and Physiology for Health-Related Majors II
- BIOL 355 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
- BIOL 356 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
- IHP 350 - Gross Anatomy
- IHP 350LAB - Gross Anatomy Laboratory
- IHP 351 - Physiology
- IHP 351LAB - Physiology Laboratory
Additional Courses
- BIOL 220 - Introductory Cell Biology
- BIOL 322 - Introductory Microbiology
- BIOL 323 - Microbiology
- NUTR 340 - Management of Food Resources
- NUTR 340LAB - Management of Food Resources Laboratory
- NUTR 342 - Quantity Food Production and Service
- NUTR 342LAB - Quantity Food Production and Service Laboratory
- NUTR 347 - Nutrition Education and Counseling
- NUTR 433 - Macronutrients
- NUTR 434 - Micronutrients
- NUTR 436 - Theory and Treatment of Eating Disorders
- NUTR 440 - Experimental Foods
- NUTR 440LAB - Experimental Foods Laboratory
- NUTR 442 - Nutrition Assessment Laboratory
- NUTR 443 - Nutrition and Metabolism
- NUTR 444 - Medical Nutrition Therapy II
- NUTR 445 - Experimental Food Research
- NUTR 445LAB - Experimental Food Research Laboratory
- NUTR 446 - Sports Nutrition
- NUTR 448 - Food Service Systems Management
- PSY 101 - General Psychology
Preparation for Credentialing
Gain comprehensive preparation for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialing exam, making you highly competitive in the job market.
Experienced Faculty
Learn from experienced faculty members in dietetics, providing you with valuable insights and mentorship throughout your studies.
Community Partnerships
Collaborate with local healthcare facilities and organizations, which helps you secure internships and job opportunities while gaining valuable experience.
Nutrition Education
Emphasize nutrition education and counseling skills, preparing you to effectively communicate dietary recommendations and promote healthy eating habits.
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Class Sizes
Faculty professors will know your name and provide personalized mentoring as you develop your academic interests.
Courses Offered
Choose from more than 20 specialized courses in dietetics and nutrition, allowing you to tailor your education to your interests and career goals.
ACEND-Accredited Programs
CWU’s Dietetics Specialization is one of only three ACEND-accredited programs in the state, highlighting its quality and reputation.
Why Study Health Science at Central?
- Gain experience through labs and internships that apply classroom learning to real-world health challenges
- Our programs support an interdisciplinary approach that lets you explore various fields like nutrition, public health, and physiology, preparing you for a wide range of careers
- You'll learn in the new Health Sciences building, featuring an ambulance simulator, an environmental chamber that can simulate altitudes and temperatures, and so much more
Careers
Clinical Dietitian
Community Nutritionist
Food Service Manager
Nutrition Consultant
Health and Wellness Coach