The M.S. in Nutrition program was designed with health care and allied health care professionals in mind. This program is ideal for registered dieticians who desire to expand their skills and knowledge, and increase their marketability in today’s competitive job market. It’s also appropriate for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and personal trainers who often receive little or no nutrition training; and who would like to strengthen their relationship with the patients/clients, or the medical community, through knowledge of nutrition science and counseling techniques. Finally, entrepreneurs, managers, or sales counselors in the food or supplement industry who wish to expand and enhance their businesses with the ability to offer nutrition services to their clientele may also benefit by this graduate program.

Upon completion of the M.S. in Nutrition program, the graduate will have met the educational requirements for eligibility to take:

1. American College of Nutrition’s national board examination for Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS). All CNS applicants are also required to complete supervised professional experience in nutrition related activities by the time of the examination.
2. American Institute of Health Science's board exam for Certified Nutritionist (CN). All CN applicants are also required to complete a practical internship.
3. The Holistic Nutrition Credentialing Board’s (HNCB) Board Examination.  The HNCB is a division of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP).  NANP Professional Members who meet the board examination qualification criteria and successfully pass the Board Exam will earn the designation, “Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition.”