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Associate of Science (A.S.) in Applied Nutrition

Nutrition is a fascinating and dynamic science, with a powerful role to play in promoting health and wellness.  If your career and personal goals are leading you toward pursuing an undergraduate degree in nutrition, the A.S. in Applied Nutrition from Huntington College of Health Sciences (HCHS)  may be just what the nutritionist ordered.

The A.S. degree incorporates all of the courses from the Diploma in Comprehensive Nutrition program, and the Diploma in Women’s Nutrition program, as well as other selected courses. Upon completion of the A.S. degree, you will have truly achieved an extensive and thorough education in the science of nutrition; including scientifically sound alternate practices in nutrition. To obtain the Associate of Science Degree in Applied Nutrition a student must complete 20 courses (61 credit hours of study).

Students may transfer only credits earned through other colleges or universities accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); or international equivalent; subject to administrative approval. Forty-five credits may be transferred into the Associate of Science degree program. Of those 45 credits, no more than 15 credits will be awarded for prior learning experience and/or credit by examination.

The Associate of Science Degree program consists of the following 20 courses:

Academic Prerequisites: High School diploma or equivalent.

*Tuition fees do not include the cost of books and materials for each course which are purchased separately.  See Undergraduate Book List

**HNCB's "Board Certified in Holisitc Nutrition" designation is not recognized in the state of Tennessee. Students completing the Associate of Science (A.S.) in Applied Nutrition program will not be eligible for licensure to practice dietetics/nutrition in Tennessee.

Program Goal: Upon completion of the Associate of Science in Applied Nutrition degree program, the graduate will be able to integrate and apply knowledge of nutrition, nutrition counseling and biological sciences to promote healthy nutrition practices among client/patient base.

Program Objectives:

1. Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively.
2. Apply mathematical calculation to the computation of basic nutrition formulas.
3. Apply basic anatomy and physiology, physical and biological sciences as they relate to how the body functions.
4. Apply principles of basic psychology to the field of nutrition.
5. Integrate principles of the social sciences into food and nutrition.
6. Describe the role nutrition plays in health and disease.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of normal and clinical nutrition.
8. Demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills through informal and formal written exercise.
9. Demonstrate research knowledge of scientifically sound alternate practices in nutrition.

Upon completion of the A.S. in Applied Nutrition program, the graduate will have met the educational requirements for eligibility to take 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." For more information, including a list of Board Exam eligibility criteria please visit www.holisticnutritionboard.org or contact the HNCB at 1-800-342-8037 or by email at exam@hncb.org.

Graduates of the A.S. degree program will have met the Pathway II requirements for eligibility to sit for the Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM®, CFPP®) credentialing exam offered by the Dietary Managers Association® (DMA®).

Bachelor of Health Science (B.H.S.) in Nutrition

The Bachelor of Science degree program in Nutrition is designed to educate a new generation of nutrition practitioner; one capable of providing their clients with an integrative approach to nutrition. As a graduate of HCHS’s B.H.S. program, you will be well prepared for a 21 st century career in clinical practice, or a career in the nutrition and natural products industry. This degree program provides a strong foundation in nutrition and the basic sciences, as well as coursework in current, relevant topics such as Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Nutraceuticals, and Vitamins & Minerals; as well as elective coursework in such diverse areas as Herbal Sciences and Sports

The B.H.S. degree incorporates all of the courses from the Associate of Science Degree program as well as a significant number of other courses. Upon completion of the B.H.S. degree, you will have truly achieved an extensive and thorough education in the science of nutrition; including scientifically sound alternate practices in nutrition. To obtain the Bachelor of Health Science Degree in Nutrition a student must complete 43 courses (129 credit hours of study).

Students may transfer credits earned through other colleges or universities duly accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); or international equivalent; subject to administrative approval. A maximum of 95 credits may be transferred into the Bachelor of Health Science degree program. Of those 95 credits, no more than 32 credits will be awarded for prior learning experience and/or credit by examination.

The Bachelor of Health Science Degree in Nutrition program consists of the following 43 courses:

Academic prerequisites: High School diploma or equivalent.

*Tuition fees do not include the costs of books and materials for each course which are purchased separately. See Undergraduate Book List

Program Goal: Upon completion of the Bachelor of Health Science in Nutrition degree program, the graduate will be able to integrate and apply knowledge of nutrition, functional assessment, medical nutrition therapy, nutrition counseling and biological sciences to support and remediate nutrition related health issues as well promote healthy nutrition practices among client/patient base.

Program Objectives:

1. Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively.
2. Use mathematical and statistical information to analyze or calculate mathematical formulas in nutrition and related fields.
3. Apply basic anatomy and physiology,physical and microbiological and biological sciences as they relate to how the body functions.
4. Apply principles of basic psychology to the field of nutrition.
5. Integrate principles of the social sciences into food and nutrition.
6. Describe the role nutrition plays in health and disease.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of normal and clinical nutrition.
8. Demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills though informal and formal written exercise.
9. Support the appropriate and recommended use of broad spectrum dietary supplements.
10. Analyze health related nutrition habits and construct appropriate nutrition plans.
11. Analyze research from scientifically sound alternate practices in nutrition.

Graduates of the B.H.S. program will have met the Pathway II requirements for eligibility to sit for the Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM®, CFPP®) credentialing exam offered by the Dietary Managers Association® (DMA®).

Graduates of the B.H.S. program will have met the academic requirements for Professional Membership in the Society for Nutrition Education (http://www.sne.org/), and for Associate Membership in American Society for Nutrition (http://www.nutrition.org/).

Certified Sports Nutritionist, and Body Composition Certification
Graduates of the B.H.S. program are eligible to take the International Society of Sports Nutrition's (ISSN) national board exam for Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN), and/or ISSN's national board exam for Body Composition Certification (BCC-ISSN). Choosing HCHS's elective courses Sports Nutrition and Exercise Physiology will help graduates to better prepare for the exams. ISSN also recommends other study materials in preparation for taking the exams http://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/CISSN.html and http://www.sportsnutritionsociety.org/BCC.html)

Graduates of the B.H.S. program will also be eligible to apply to sit for 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.”  For more information, including a list of Board Exam eligibility criteria please visit www.holisticnutritionboard.org or contact the HNCB at 1-800-342-8037 or by email at exam@hncb.org.