Nutrition Major Requirements
Nutrition Major Requirements: (64 - 83 semester hours)
The Nutrition major must complete all requirements in the Nutrition Foundation PLUS Choose a concentration in either Community Nutrition or Dietetics. The Dietetics concentration is for students interested in becoming a Registered Dietitian and professional member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics(AND).
Nutrition Foundation Courses
| Course | |
|---|---|
| BIO 161 Human Physiology (GMPF IVA) | 4 |
| CHM 141 College Chemistry (GMPF IVB) | 3 |
| CHM 144 College Chemistry Laboratory (GMPF IVB) | 2 |
| CHM 142 College Chemistry (GMPF CHM2*) | 3 |
| CHM 145 College Chemistry Laboratory (GMPF CHM2*) | 3 |
| CHM 231 Fundamentals of Nutrition (GMPT CHM2*) [Fall Semester] | 4 (3 lec/1 lab) |
|
CHM 332 Outlines of Biochemistry (GMPT CHM2*) [Spring Semester] |
3 1 |
| KNH 102 Fundamentals of Nutrition | 3 |
| KNH 103 Introduction to the Profession of Dietetics | 2 |
| KNH 213 Global and Community Nutrition (GMPF IIIB) | 3 |
| KNG 304 Advanced Nutrition | 3 |
| MBI 111 Microorganisms and Human Disease (GMPF IVA) | 3 |
|
PSY 111 Intro to Psychology (GMPF IIC) |
3 1 3 |
| STA 261 Statistics (GMPF V) | 4 |
(GMPT CHM 2*) Students using CHM 2 Thematic Sequence must declare so in the Chemistry Department.
IMPORTANT ADVISING INFORMATION: The Nutrition - Dietetic program is a competitive program. A minimum grade expectation of a "c" or better is strongly encouraged, especially in the sciences: BIO 161, CHM 141, 144, 142, 145, 231, 332, 332L, and MBI 111. Competitive dietetic internship applicants will have an overall 3.0 GPA or higher.
Choose your career path by selecting either the Community Nutrition Concentration (non-RD) or the Dietetics Concentration (RD):
Community Nutrition Concentration
(+ 12-13 semester hours)
In addition to the Nutrition Foundation requirements, students interested in business, industry, education, research, health care, and corporate wellness, must select a minimum of 12 total hours from the options listed below. See your advisor for recommendations dependent upon your interests.
| Course | |
|---|---|
| ATH 448 Developing Solutions in Global Health | 3 |
| FSW 261 Diverse Family Systems Across the Life Cycle | 3 |
| KNH 203 Nutrition in Disease Prevention Management | 3 |
| KNH 242 Personal Health | 3 |
| KNH 363 Public Health Communication | 3 |
| KNH 409 Nutrition for Sport and Fitness [Spring Semester] | 3 |
| KNH 432 Nutrition Across the Life Span | 3 |
| KNH 462 Public Health Planning and Evaluation | 3 |
| PSY 232 Developmental Psychology | 3 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECO 202 Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECO 332 Health Economics (pre-reqs ECO 201 & ECO 202) | 3 |
| ESP 201 Introduction to Entrepreneurship/ Business Models | 3 |
| KNH 468 Physiology of Exercise and Physical Activity AND KNH 468L Physiology of Exercise and Physical Activity Lab |
3 1 |
| KNH 482 Exercise Management of Chronic Disease | 3 |
| MBI 131 Community Health Perspectives | 3 |
| MGT 111 Introduction to Business | 3 |
| MGT 291 Introduction to Management & Leadership | 3 |
| MGT 303 Human Resource Management | 3 |
| STC 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication [Regional Campus] | 3 |
| STC 231 Small Group Communication [Regional Campus] | 3 |
Dietetics Concentration
(+ 30 semester hours)
In addition to the Nutrition Foundation requirements, students planning on becoming a Registered Dietitian must also complete the following coursework. Acceptance rate of a clinical experience is dependent upon student academic performance and other experiences.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| KNH 104 Introduction to Food Science & Meal Management | 3 |
| KNH 203 Nutrition in Disease Prevention Management | 3 |
| KNH 303 Food Systems Management | 3 |
| KNH 403 Professional Practices in Dietetics (EL) [Fall Semester] | 3 |
| KNH 404 Advanced Food Science | 4 |
| KNH 411 Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 [Fall Semester] | 3 |
| KNH 413 Medical Nutrition THerapy 2 [Spring Semester] | 3 |
| KNH 420G Field Experience: Dietetics | Minimum of 2 |
| KNH 432 Nutrition Across the Life Span | 3 |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MGT 111 Introduction to Business (FMPF IIC) | 3 |
| MGT 291 Introduction to Management & Leadership | 3 |
| MGT 303 Human Resource Management | 3 |
Electives: Student has potential elective credit hours dependent upon Global Miami Plan selections. Consult your academic advisor for elective course suggestions depending upon your career interests.
BS, NDTR: The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Board of Directors has approved the optional use of the credential "nutrition and dietetics technician, registered" (NDTR) that can be used upon completion of the Bachelor of Science degree and NDTR exam (e.g. Jane Doe, BS, NDTR). For more information, see your advisor.