Online Master’s in Nutrition Courses Online
The Human Nutrition program consists of foundational courses in human physiology and biochemistry which expand into in-depth learnings on macro and micronutrients, biochemical individuality, human development, functional assessment, and nutritional therapeutics. An integrative and holistic perspective is interwoven with an evidence-based approach to assessing and counseling a client. Take master’s in Nutrition online courses without having to leave your home, with the Nutrition MS program at University of Bridgeport.
Graduate level prerequisites
Depending on your undergraduate background, you may be required to take up to 9 credits of graduate level prerequisites listed below. All prerequisites are offered through UB and can be completed in one term.
NUTR 560 N Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits)
NUTR 560 U Intro to Biochemistry (3 credits)
NUTR 560 V Nutrition Fundamentals (2 credits)
Core curriculum
Term 1
Course | Credits | |
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Nutr 560A | Pathophysiologic Basis of Metabolic Diseases
This course will study the underlying mechanisms of disease and the complex interrelationships between critical systems including respiratory, urinary, cardiovascular, digestive, nervous and endocrine. Concepts will include fluid and electrolyte imbalances, acid and base imbalances, inflammation, hypersensitivity, microbiome, infection, necrosis, and neoplasm. The influence of various nutrients on systemic function will be discussed as appropriate. Prerequisites: NUTR 560N, U and V. |
4 |
Nutr 560M | Evidence-Based Nutrition
The course describes the analytical approaches for searching and interpreting clinical research data reported in the literature using evidence based practice with emphasis on the application of those data in clinical practice. Biological variation, experimental design, data and fact differences, matching analysis to design, integrity in analysis, and bias in design and analysis are considered in detail. Prerequisites: NUTR 560N, U and V. |
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Term 2
Course | Credits | |
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Nutr 560B | Biochemistry of Nutrition
This course addresses the basic chemical and biological principles of living systems, with a focus on the relationship of structure to function, bioenergetics, enzyme kinetics and metabolism. Structures of interest will be amino acids/proteins, nucleic acids/DNA/RNA, lipids and carbohydrates. Prerequisite 4 credits of Introduction to Biochemistry or 8 credit of Organic Chemistry. Prerequisites: Nutr 560A and M. |
4 |
Nutr 560E | Assessment of Nutritional Status
This course will give students insight into clinical and laboratory procedures for evaluation of nutrient status, including blood, stool, and other tissue analyses, principles of functional assessment, dietary records, questionnaires, case histories, nutritional physical examinations, and anthropometric methods. Prerequisites: Nutr 560A and M. |
3 |
Term 3
Course | Credits | |
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Nutr 560C | Vitamins and Minerals
This course will apply the basic sciences to understanding the principles of nutritional science, primarily as it relates to vitamins and minerals. This information will be used to explore the functions of the micronutrients and their roles in health promotion and disease processes. This course will also encourage and stimulate students to pursue information in the field of clinical nutrition and to develop the student’s ability to critically analyze such information. Prerequisites: Nutrition 560A, M, B and E. |
3 |
Nutr 560G | Lifelong Healing w/Food
This course focuses on the use of food as medicine in a variety of ways to facilitate health promotion and healing. The course covers the landscape of the US food system, the connection between mood and food, and food safety. The concepts of individualized food prescriptions and special and medical diets will be introduced and explored, including behavioral and cultural perspectives on nutrition planning. Prerequisites Nutr 560A, B, E and M. |
4 |
Term 4
Course | Credits | |
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Nutr 560D | Clinical Biochemistry
The course encapsulates the biochemistry of disorders arising from acid/base imbalance and the abnormal metabolism of the carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, amino acids, nucleic acids, bile pigments, vitamins and hormones. Inherited disorders of metabolism, the role of enzyme performance in prognosis of biochemical dysfunctions and the meaning and interpretations of clinical laboratory findings both traditional and functional are discussed. Prerequisites: Nutr 560A, M, B, E, C, and G. |
3 |
Nutr 560H | Developmental Nutrition
Nutritional considerations and health-related concerns throughout the life cycle are explored. Pregnancy, lactation, fetal, infancy, childhood, and adolescent growth and development are addressed in detail, in this context. Also considered is the etiology of nutrition-related disorders of adulthood and the elderly. Prerequisites: Nutr 560A, M, B, E, C, and G. |
3 |
Term 5
Course | Credits | |
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Nutr 560F | Nutritional Therapeutics
This course will explore the importance that nutrition has in a multitude of disease states. The role various diets may play in health will be discussed. In addition to diet, other topics will include the importance of hydration, detoxification, and the use of supplements such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, essential fatty acids, and herbal extracts. This course will include an understanding of the mechanism of action of various nutritional interventions, as well as the role it can play in helping to restore wellness. Prerequisites: Nutr 560A, M, B, E, C, G, D, and H. |
4 |
Nutr 560K | Virtual Clinic
This final semester course will incorporate critical thinking and scientific knowledge as you complete 4 monthly modules on clinical management online with different instructors. You will learn key skills in assessment, clinical test analysis, designing treatment plans for specific common health conditions, weight loss strategies and how to effectively start and grow your nutrition practice. Prerequisites: Nutr 560A, M, B, E, C, G, D, and H. |
4 |
Approximately 2 months after completion of course work
Course | Credits | |
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Nutr 600 | Comprehensive Exam
This course allows access to the Comprehensive Exam, which assesses students’ mastery of the core curriculum in the MS in Nutrition program. It also provides student access to study guides to aid in preparation for the exam. The exam is available to eligible students for a 24-hour period once per semester. Successful completion of this exam is a requirement for graduation. |
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Joint programs
Doctor of Chiropractic DC / MS Nutrition dual degree
The joint program allows Chiropractic students to pursue the MS in Nutrition while they are working on the DC degree.
Eligibility
- Student must be in good academic standing and have a QPR of 2.75 or greater
- Completion of chiropractic studies 4th semester
- Apply to MS program 4th semester of UBSC
- Recommendation of UBSC Director or Associate Director
Entry requirements
- Completed Application (fee waived)
- Personal Statement of 500 words or less on why you wish to take the program
- Entry Point: Second term of Nutrition program- to complete your MS at the same time as your DC you must take courses in each of our terms (Fall, Spring, Summer) as outlined below, beginning in your 5th semester of chiropractic school.
- Transfer Credits Awarded: 19
- Credits Required: 25
Transfer credits awarded*
560N Anatomy and Physiology for the Nutritionist - 4 credits
Exempted by AN 511 and PH 521
560U Introductory Biochemistry for the Nutritionist - 3 credits
Exempted by BC 511 and BC 612
560V Fundamentals of Nutrition - 2 credits
Exempted by CN 621 and CN 712 (note transcript from CN 712 must be submitted to NI after 5th semester to waive 560V)
560A Pathophysiologic Basis of Metabolic Diseases - 4 credits
Exempted by PA 611 and PA 622
560D Clinical Biochemistry – 3 credits
Exempted by DX 624
560M Evidence Based Nutrition - 3 credits
Exempted by PP624 and MB623
Total credits waived: 19 (9 credits of prerequisites + 10 credits of MS program)
* A grade of B or better in the Chiropractic course is required to waive the Nutrition course
Courses required
Course | Credits | |
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560B | Biochemistry of Nutrition | 4 |
560E | Assessment of Nutritional Status | 3 |
560C | Vitamins and Minerals | 3 |
560G | Lifelong Healing with Food | 4 |
560H | Developmental Nutrition | 3 |
560F | Nutritional Therapeutics | 4 |
560K | Virtual Clinic (online) | 4 |
Total credits required: | 25 |
Advanced standing for PA students
University of Bridgeport Physician Assistant students have the opportunity to earn advanced standing in the MS in Nutrition program for several PA courses. The required core courses in the Nutrition program will be taken after completion of PA program.
Eligibility
- Student must be in good academic standing and have a QPR of 2.75 or greater
- Completion of all coursework in PA program
- Apply to MS program during last semester of PA program coursework
Entry requirements
- Completed application (fee waived)
- Personal statement of 500 words or less on why you wish to take the program
Transfer credits awarded*
NUTR 560N (Anatomy and Physiology for the Nutritionist) (4 credits)
waived by MSPA 511/512/521/522
NUTR 560U (Introductory Biochemistry for the Nutritionist) (3 credits)
waived by undergrad chemistry (2 chem + 1 semester organic or biochemistry) taken within the last 10 years and a grade of B or better
NUTR 560V (Nutrition Fundamentals) (2 credits; 7 week course)
- waived by undergrad nutrition course (3 credits) taken within the last 10 years and a grade of B or better
OR - can be taken during a low load clinical rotation while in PA program (it is the students’ responsibility to maintain the needs of the clinical courses while also taking the online course)
OR - can be taken after completion of PA program (note: this would extend the MS program by one semester as this is a prerequisite course to all other courses in the program).
NUTR 560A (Pathophysiology) (4 credits)
waived by MSPA 529/530/533
NUTR 560M (Evidence Based Nutrition) (3 credits)
waived by MSPA 602/MSPA 671
Total possible credits waived: 14-16 (16 if 560V is waived); 0-2 credits taken while in PA school or semester following completion of PA program (if 560V is required); total MSNI credits taken: 28-30 (30 if 560V is required)
*All courses must have a grade of B or better to be waived by the Nutrition Institute
MS program required courses:
Prerequisite: NUTR 560V (if not previously waived); 2-credit course not eligible for financial aid if taken alone
1st term: NUTR 560 B,E (7 credits)
2nd term: NUTR 560 C,G (7 credits)
3rd term: NUTR 560 D,H (6 credits)
4th term: NUTR 560 F,K (8 credits)
1 year, 4 months + comp exam= 1.5 years to complete MS in Nutrition
Total credits required: 28-30 (30 if 560V is not previously waived)
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