Applied Nutrition Major, B.S.

General Information:

A student graduating with a degree in Applied Nutrition from College of the Ozarks will:

• Demonstrate a practical working knowledge of the art and science of food and human nutrition (Academic).
• Obtain a foundation in food, foodservice, normal nutrition, and awareness of medical nutrition sufficient for further training or graduate work.  A graduate will qualify to sit for the nationally recognized Certified Dietary Managers, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM, CFPP) examination by the Association of Nutrition and Food Professionals (ANFP).  A graduate can find careers in institutional foods services like schools and rehabilitation facilities.  They will be eligible to work in various public nutrition programs and as WIC nutritionists.  A graduate will be well prepared to enter a graduate program leading to eligibility to sit for the Registered Dietitian Nutrition (RDN) examination from the Commission on Dietetics Registration (Vocational). 
• Integrate food and nutrition concepts with a Christian worldview (Christian).  Food is a gift from God.
• Impact their local and global communities by applying practical skills and knowledge to personal and population health and nutrition (Patriotic).
• Evidence awareness of the influence of cultural backgrounds and experiences of food habits and nutritional status (Cultural).

The Applied Nutrition major is designed to encourage a minor in business, communications, psychology or a second major such as exercise science.

Applied Nutrition Major Requirements: 49 credit hours

Note:

A 300-400 level research course is recommended for graduate school.