Master of Science degree in Nutrition & Dietetics The online Master of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Central Michigan University's Global Campus is designed to meet the needs of new and experienced professionals. Its objectives are to enhance graduates' knowledge-base and experiences in the continually advancing field of nutrition and clinical dietetics and provide graduates with the quantitative and methodological knowledge necessary to better interpret the scientifi c literature, integrate evidence based practices and potentially conduct nutritional research. This program does not lead to becoming a Registered Dietitian (R.D.). Degree content The 31 to 37 credit-hour Master of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics builds on the solid base of information and skills provided by your undergraduate studies and your professional experience. There are three program options available. All three degree programs require 19 hours of core courses. The remaining credits are completed in one of the following three plans: Plan A Thesis Option 19 credits of core courses 6 credits of electives selected with approval of advisor 6 credit thesis Plan B Internship Option 19 credits of core courses 3 credit paper and/or project 3 credits of electives selected with approval of advisor 12 credits of dietetic internship providing clinical, food service administration, and community nutrition experience. Students who are currently Registered Dietitians may apply for credit by examination and receive up to 12 hours of graduate credit for the dietetic internship experience. Plan C Course Work Option 21 hours of core courses 9 hours of electives, selected with approval of advisor 3 credit paper and/or project Admission requirements For regular admission you must have: An undergraduate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4-point scale) in the last 60 hours of course work. Three letters of recommendation from former professors or professionals in the field of nutrition and dietetics or other health-related professionals. A two-three page essay describing your goals and qualifications for the program. In addition, the student s intent to complete either Plan A: Thesis Option, Plan B: Internship Option, or the Plan C: Course Work Option and the generalized subject matter of the thesis or project should be included in the essay. Successfully completed the requirements for Dietetic Registration (RD, RDN, LDN) by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and/or fulfillment of the minimum academic requirements of the Didactic Program in Dietetics approved by the AND's Commission on Accreditation/Approval for Dietetics Education or successful completion of at least: Two courses in nutrition (one at the advanced level) and one upper division course in each of the following: Biochemistry Microbiology Anatomy/Physiology Organic Chemistry Up to a maximum of 15 credit hours can be applied to the MS in Nutrition and Dietetics program through Credit by Examination and/or transfer of course credits from another accredited institution pending approval of coursework. Online Delivery The MS degree in Nutrition and Dietetics coursework is delivered entirely online. This approach employs interactive learning classes that include synchronous class sessions, discussion boards, e-mails, and content enriched with Web technology. Textbooks are still required and can be ordered on the Web. Your books will be shipped to your home or office, usually within 24 hours after your order is received.
CMU Services support you The M.S. degree in Nutrition and Dietetics is offered in a format which enables you to balance the demands of work, school, family, and other obligations. We hold our Global Campus programs to the same academic standards that our on-campus classes must meet. We make our procedures and services fast and accessible. The time you spend with us is focused on studies, not on standing in lines, waiting on hold, or getting transferred from office to office. Registration Registration procedures are simple. CMU uses an online registration process. Advising Advisement is key to your success in the program. You will be assigned to the program director for academic advising and the program assistant coordinator for the development of a program plan that you need to follow to complete your degree. In addition, the program assistant coordinator will serve as your liaison to campus and will be available to assist you throughout the completion of your program. You can reach your academic advisor or the program assistant coordinator by e-mail and by phone. Textbook purchase - global.cmich.edu/student/mbs-direct.aspx You don t have to drive around town or stand in long lines at a bookstore to get your textbooks. You can order them at your convenience on the Web. Your books are shipped to your home or office, usually within 24 hours after your order is received. You may be able to return your books for resale when your class is finished. Student service staff Every CMU student is served by friendly, professional, experienced administrative staff. You will be provided timely, accurate information, quick and efficient answers to your questions, cheerful problem resolution and the occasional friendly word of encouragement. Library services - gcls.cmich.edu The service ranked highest by our current students and graduates is our nationally recognized Global Campus Library Services. Once you start your program, you ll soon see why. Full-time librarians located on campus and in offices around the country are available to provide you with reference and referral assistance. Additional support staff and document delivery specialists work specifically to meet your needs as a Global Campus student. Access is easy and quick You can use a toll-free number, fax, e-mail, or Web form to request reference assistance, book loans and copies of journal articles. Books and copies of journal articles are sent to you usually within 24 to 48 hours after your request is received. A growing number of full-text sources are also available on the Web, so you can print the information you need immediately from your own printer. You get the best in the business We re very proud of the fact that CMU s Global Campus Library Services is the most comprehensive and sophisticated of its type. We invest more than $1 million annually to keep it that way, because we believe that high quality, convenient library support is critical to delivering high quality, convenient academic programs to you. Financial aid - global.cmich.edu/financial-aid Many students like you are concerned about financing their education. We want to make the financial aid process as simple as possible for you. If you are interested in financial aid, the first step is to contact the program assistant coordinator who will direct you. In addition, we have financial aid specialists available via a toll-free number to answer any special questions you might have.
Master of Science degree in Nutrition & Dietetics Core Courses Core Courses (19 hours) are required for all program options FNS 661 FNS 662 FNS 670 FNS 672 FNS 673 FNS 677 FNS 678 (3) Macronutrients Advanced study of nutrition, metabolism, and function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids as related to human health and disease. (3) Micronutrients Advanced study of nutrition, metabolism and function of vitamins and minerals as related to human health and disease. (1) Seminar: Nutrition* Student review and presentation of specific topics of current research in nutrition. (3) Advanced Clinical Nutrition Advanced concepts of diet therapy and care for a variety of clinical disorders with nutritional implications. Includes coverage of enteral and parental nutrition. (3) Advanced Nutritional Assessment Presents techniques for nutritional assessment of individuals and groups; evaluation of dietary intake, anthropometry, nutritional analysis software, and biochemical and clinical indices. (3) Nutritional Epidemiology Presents key concepts of nutritional epidemiology. Enables students to evaluate clinical research investigating the role of nutrition in disease causation and health promotion. (3) Research Methods in Nutrition Students will review research methods, read and analyze related literature and develop a proposal for practice-oriented nutrition research. *Variable content based on instructor s area of interest.
Master of Science degree in Nutrition & Dietetics Plans A, B & C Students select one of the following: Option I Plan A: Thesis Option (31 hours) FNS 661 Macronutrients 3(3-0) FNS 662 Micronutrients 3(3-0) FNS 670 Seminar: Nutrition 1-3(Spec) FNS 672 Advanced Clinical Nutrition 3(3-0) FNS 673 Advanced Nutritional Assessment 3(3-0) FNS 677 Nutritional Epidemiology 3(3-0) FNS 678 Research Methods in Nutrition 3(3-0) FNS 798 Thesis in Dietetics 1-6(Spec) Plus an oral exam on the thesis topic and 6 additional hours of electives selected with the approval of the student s academic advisor. Note: FNS 670 and FNS 798 are variable credit courses. Students in this program are required to take 1 credit hour of 670 and 6 credit hours of 798. Option II Plan B: Internship Option (37 hours) FNS 661 Macronutrients 3(3-0) FNS 662 Micronutrients 3(3-0) FNS 670 Seminar: Nutrition 1-3(Spec) FNS 672 Advanced Clinical Nutrition 3(3-0) FNS 673 Advanced Nutritional Assessment 3(3-0) FNS 674 Dietetic Internship: Clinical Experience 5(Spec) FNS 675 Dietetic Internship: Food service Administration Experience 6(Spec) FNS 676 Dietetic Internship: Summary Experience 2(Spec) FNS 677 Nutritional Epidemiology 3(3-0) FNS 678 Research Methods in Nutrition 3(3-0) FNS 790 Independent Study 2-6(Spec) Option III Plan C: Course Work Option (33 hours) FNS 661 Macronutrients 3(3-0) FNS 662 Micronutrients 3(3-0) FNS 670 Seminar: Nutrition 1-3(Spec) FNS 672 Advanced Clinical Nutrition 3(3-0) FNS 673 Advanced Nutritional Assessment 3(3-0) FNS 677 Nutritional Epidemiology 3(3-0) FNS 678 Research Methods in Nutrition 3(3-0) FNS 790 Independent Study in Dietetics 2-6(Spec) Plus e-portfolio, oral examination over course work and 9 additional hours of electives selected with the approval of the student s academic advisor. Note: FNS 670 and FNS 790 are variable credit courses. Students in this program MUST enroll in FNS 670 three times (1 hour each) under different subject themes. For FNS 790, students are required to take 3 credit hours. Plus e-portfolio, oral examination over course work and 3 additional hours of electives selected with the approval of the student s academic advisor. Note: FNS 670 and FNS 790 are variable credit courses. Students in this program are required to take 1 credit hour of FNS 670 and 3 credit hours of FNS 790.
Foods & Nutrition Faculty Research Interests Roschelle Heuberger, Ph.D., R.D. Professor of Nutrition and Dietetics Program Director 989-774-3571 Heube1ra@cmich.edu Nutritional status of older adults, artificial nutrition and hydration at the end of life, epidemiological relationships between chronic disease and nutrition and drug-nutrient-neutraceutical interactions. Jack V. Logomarsino, Ph.D., R.D. Professor Emeritus of Nutrition logom1jv@cmich.edu Geriatric nutrition, General nutrition Andrew Clark, Ph.D., R.D. Professor of Nutrition CLARKW@mail.etsu.edu Nutraceuticals, Formulations, Wounds, Entrepreneurship Susan Hewlings, Ph.D., R.D., CSND Adjunct Professor of Nutrition susanhewlings@yahoo.com Eating disorders, Sports nutrition
Tuition, fees & application process To apply To get started in your graduate studies at CMU, just apply online at apply.cmich.edu. A $50 application fee in U.S. funds (check, money order, American Express, Discover, MasterCard or Visa) is required. You will need to send your 2-3 page essay and your 3 letters of recommendation to: Central Michigan University Global Campus 802 Industrial Drive Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 You will also need to have one official transcript from all colleges or universities you have attended sent to CMU. To make it easier, we have provided a transcript request form for you to duplicate and use as necessary. Application checklist To make sure your application is complete, look at the following checklist before mailing it in. 1. Access an application at apply.cmich.edu. The application may be completed online or downloaded. 2. Include $50 application fee (U.S. funds). 3. Send in your 2-3 page essay. In the essay include: a. Your goals and how completion of the program will facilitate these goals. b. The unique qualities that you will bring to the program. c. Your intent to complete with either the Plan A: Thesis Option, the Plan B: Internship Option, or the Plan C: Course Work Option and the generalized subject matter of your thesis or project. 4. Request official copies of your transcript(s). 5. Request 3 letters of recommendation. Please followup to ensure all 3 are sent. You can expect to receive an admission decision approximately 6 weeks after all of your materials (application, application fee, essay, 3 letters of recommendation, and transcripts) have been received. If you have any questions regarding the program or the application process, please contact Candace Maylee at mayle1ce@cmich.edu or 989-774-2613. Equipment/Technical Requirements To run a diagnostic test on your computer to determine if you have the minimum system requirements to complete the online program, please go to global.cmich.edu/ system-check. The program will determine if your computer meets the equipment requirements and direct you to the appropriate sites or help desk if anything is lacking. Tuition and fees U.S. dollars; most courses are 3 credits Graduate tuition $555 per credit Application fee $50 Graduation fee $50 All fees are set by the University Board of Trustees and are subject to change without notice. Fees are payable by check, money order, American Express, Discover, MasterCard or Visa. Tuition and fees will be billed using the CMU e-mail address you will be given upon acceptance to the program. Bills are paid via the Internet using our secure site. For more information Please contact: Candace Maylee 989-774-2613 mayle1ce@cmich.edu cmich.edu/msnd (see cmich.edu/ocrie). cmich.edu/globalcampus CMUglobal@cmich.edu 41860 7/15
Transcript request You must contact each school you have attended and request that they send your official transcript(s) to Central Michigan University's Global Campus. Many schools send transcripts to us electronically. If this is an option, when you contact your former schools have them e-mail your transcripts to: global.transcripts@cmich.edu If your former school requires a written request for official transcripts, you may copy this form, fill it out, sign it, include any required fees, and send it to your former school(s). Undergraduate (bachelor s degree) applicants only If you are submitting transfer credit that is more than ten years old and taken at a college or university outside the State of Michigan, you must obtain course descriptions for these courses before transfer credit can be evaluated. Registrar, please send transcript(s) to: Central Michigan University Global Campus Attn: Transcript Department 802 Industrial Drive Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 or E-mail the transcript(s) to: global.transcripts@cmich.edu Name (Former name) Address Social Security or student ID number Phone Date of birth Graduated: No Yes Date Degree Check enclosed for $ Signature Date