Professional Preparation in Nutrition and Dietetics

Catalog description

This course provides students with an introduction to current issues in public health, the healthcare industry, professional practice and consumer trends that impact nutrition and health careers. Students will participate in activities during class to explore current topics in public health and issues related to improving access, quality of care and affordability in health care. Ethics scenarios will be presented and discussed that are relevant to nutrition and other healthcare practitioners. This course also prepares students to develop a set of professional skills necessary to initiate a career in the field of dietetics and their required field experience. This course is designed to help students increase self-awareness, become cognizant of strengths and weaknesses, and develop more effective communication skills. Students will use these skills to obtain and successfully complete an advanced field experience in nutrition ( NUTR 495 ).