7. College for Health, Community and Policy
Mission Statement
The College for Health, Community and Policy is a new innovative college dedicated to advancing human health. The College will transform the way UTSA prepares students for the modern setting of human health related careers, in which physician scientists, nurses, therapists, technicians, social workers, social service and public service workers, and policymakers work together to deliver comprehensive solutions that advance local Texas communities.
General Information
The College for Health, Community and Policy offers eight undergraduate degrees, nine minors, and four certificates. The Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, the Nutrition for Health Professionals Certificate, and the Community Health Worker certificate are housed under the College for Health, Community and Policy. The Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice and a Minor in Criminology and Criminal Justice. The Department of Kinesiology houses the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Kinesiology, with concentrations in athletic training, exercise physiology, kinesiology and health science, and physical education, and a certificate in Athletic Coaching. The Department of Psychology offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Minor in Psychology. The Department of Public Administration offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration and Policy, a Minor in Civic Engagement, a Minor in Public Administration and Policy, and a Minor in Nonprofit Management. The Department of Public Health houses the Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health, with concentrations in health services and health promotion, a Minor in Community Health, and a Minor in Wellness. The Department of Sociology and Demorgraphy offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology, a Bachelor of Science degree in Health, Aging and Society, a Minor in Sociology, and a Minor in Health, Aging and Society.
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition and Health
Coordinated Program in Dietetics
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nutrition and Dietetics is part of the Coordinated Program in Dietetics (CPD), which is a three-year integrated degree that includes the Master of Dietetic Studies (MDS) with 1200 hours of supervised practice. The B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics requires two years of junior and senior level coursework, while the third year offers masters level courses. Students admitted into the undergraduate program are not guaranteed placement into the MDS unless they maintain a 3.0 grade point average, have completed all support courses, degree core, and Texas core with a grade of “C-” or better, and met all program requirements. Upon successful completion of the three-year professional program, students will receive a verification statement that certifies their eligibility to take the Commission on Dietetics Registration national examination to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN/RD).
Students enrolled in the Nutrition and Dietetics Program who are not eligible to transition to the Master of Dietetics Studies, may earn the Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics if they meet the program and University graduation requirements, but are not eligible for the verification statement to take the national RDN/RD exam.
Academic advising for students seeking the degree is available in the Life and Health Sciences Advising Center.
The minimum number of semester credit hours for this degree, including the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120, at least 39 of which must be at the upper-division level. All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements, which are listed below.
Admission Policy
Admission to the Coordinated Program in Dietetics is competitive. The program has been approved for a limited number of students by the accrediting organization. Admission into the major as part of a cohort group occurs in the Fall Semester.
The admission requirements into the Nutrition and Dietetics degree are intended to offer a program with high standards for success. Some of the requirements are known to be a good predictor of achievement in the graduate professional phase of the Coordinated Program in Dietetics. Students interested in Nutrition and Dietetics will not be admitted directly into the major because this major cannot be declared as a freshman. Students interested in Nutrition and Dietetics must meet UTSA's general admission requirements and will be admitted into the "Life and Health Science Studies" until all requirements can be met at UTSA.
To declare a major in Nutrition and Dietetics, the following minimum criteria must be met:
- Must complete all support courses and most of the Texas Core requirements with a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and be in good standing with the University.
- Must complete all prerequisite courses with a grade of “C-” or better. Detailed information about the courses, including the Texas common course numbers may be obtained from the Undergraduate Catalog.
- Must complete NDT 2043 Introduction to Nutritional Sciences or BIO 2043 Nutrition or equivalent course with a grade of "B-" or better.
- May not repeat a prerequisite course more than twice to meet the grade criteria.
- Must complete all support courses (prerequisite courses) by the end of the summer semester prior to entering the program in the Fall Semester.
- Must submit a program application, transcripts (unofficial), two completed reference forms (program specific) preferably by faculty members, a resume, volunteer summary, and a statement indicating personal career goals, knowledge of the profession, commitment, interests, and motivation.
- Must have a personal interview with the program review committee members (by invitation) and receive a decision letter indicating acceptance.
- Must obtain a criminal background check.
Transfer students must meet all the above criteria and meet all the UTSA undergraduate admission requirements. Students that hold a Bachelor in Dietetics or Nutrition related field must have a verification statement (or an equivalent baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics from an accredited college or university in the United States or have proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution) and will be expected to complete select undergraduate courses/practicums to meet the program's requirements. Admission is contingent on accreditation requirements and the number of placements available for the advanced practicums. Students that hold a bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field would be required to complete all prerequisite courses and all equivalent undergraduate courses/practicums in dietetics and nutrition. Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be submitted.
Criminal Record Check
A criminal background check is required for admission and during the semesters in which a student enrolls in field-based practicums. Students will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check for practicums associated with schools, healthcare facilities, community organizations, hospitals and clinics. It is the responsibility of the student to determine if his or her criminal history background will present a problem before applying for admission to the program. Students with problematic criminal history will not be able to complete most of the field experiences that are required by the program.
Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)
Students seeking the B.S. degree in Nutrition and Dietetics must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements. If courses are taken to satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.
MAT 1073 should be used to satisfy the core requirement in Mathematics. BIO 1233 or BIO 1203 and BIO 1243 or BIO 1223 should be used to satisfy the Life and Physical Sciences requirements. ANT 1013 or SOC 1013 or PSY 1013 should be used to satisfy the Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement. STA 1053 may be used to satisfy the Component Area Option.
For a complete listing of courses that satisfy the Core Curriculum requirements, see Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement (3 semester credit hours)
All students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship | 3 |
| AIS 1213 | AIS: Architecture, Construction, and Planning | 3 |
| AIS 1223 | AIS: Arts and Humanities | 3 |
| AIS 1233 | AIS: Business | 3 |
| AIS 1243 | AIS: Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences | 3 |
| AIS 1253 | AIS: Interdisciplinary Education | 3 |
| AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences | 3 |
| AIS 1273 | AIS: Social Sciences and Public Policy | 3 |
Communication (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I | 3 |
| WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II | 3 |
Mathematics (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CS 1173 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
| MAT 1023 | College Algebra with Applications | 3 |
| MAT 1043 | Introduction to Mathematics | 3 |
| MAT 1053 | Mathematics for Business | 3 |
| MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 |
| MAT 1093 | Precalculus | 3 |
| MAT 1133 | Calculus for Business | 3 |
| MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences | 3 |
| MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
| STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ANT 2033 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology | 3 |
| AST 1013 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
| AST 1033 | Exploration of the Solar System | 3 |
| BIO 1203 | Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
| BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
| BIO 1233 | Contemporary Biology I | 3 |
| BIO 1243 | Contemporary Biology II | 3 |
| CHE 1083 | Introduction to the Molecular Structure of Matter | 3 |
| CHE 1093 | Introduction to Molecular Transformations | 3 |
| ES 1113 | Environmental Botany | 3 |
| ES 1123 | Environmental Zoology | 3 |
| ES 1213 | Environmental Geology | 3 |
| ES 2013 | Introduction to Environmental Science I | 3 |
| ES 2023 | Introduction to Environmental Science II | 3 |
| GEO 1013 | The Third Planet | 3 |
| GEO 1033 | Geology of North American National Parks | 3 |
| GEO 1123 | Life Through Time | 3 |
| GES 2613 | Intro to Physical Geography | 3 |
| PHY 1943 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I | 3 |
| PHY 1963 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II | 3 |
Language, Philosophy and Culture (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AAS 2013 | Introduction to African American Studies | 3 |
| AAS 2113 | African American Culture, Leadership and Social Issues | 3 |
| ANT 2063 | Language, Thought, and Culture | 3 |
| ARC 1113 | Introduction to the Built Environment | 3 |
| ARC 2423 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
| CHN 1014 | Elementary Chinese I | 4 |
| CLA 2013 | Introduction to Ancient Greece | 3 |
| CLA 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Rome | 3 |
| CLA 2323 | Classical Mythology | 3 |
| CSH 1103 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I | 3 |
| CSH 1113 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II | 3 |
| CSH 1213 | Topics in World Cultures | 3 |
| CSH 2113 | The Foreign Film | 3 |
| ENG 2013 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| ENG 2023 | Literature and Film | 3 |
| ENG 2213 | Literary Criticism and Analysis | 3 |
| ENG 2383 | Multiethnic Literatures of the United States | 3 |
| ENG 2423 | Literature of Texas and the Southwest | 3 |
| ENG 2443 | Persuasion and Rhetoric | 3 |
| FRN 1014 | Elementary French I | 4 |
| FRN 2333 | French Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| GER 1014 | Elementary German I | 4 |
| GER 2333 | German Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| GES 1023 | World Regions & Global Change | 3 |
| GLA 1013 | US in Global Context | 3 |
| GRK 1114 | Introductory Classical Greek I | 4 |
| HIS 2123 | Introduction to World Civilization to the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
| HIS 2133 | Introduction to World Civilization since the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
| HIS 2533 | Introduction to Latin American Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2543 | Introduction to Islamic Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2553 | Introduction to East Asian Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2573 | Introduction to African Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2583 | Introduction to South Asian Civilization | 3 |
| HUM 2093 | World Religions | 3 |
| ITL 1014 | Elementary Italian I | 4 |
| ITL 2333 | Italian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| JPN 1014 | Elementary Japanese I | 4 |
| LAT 1114 | Introductory Latin I | 4 |
| MAS 2013 | Introduction to Chicano(a) Studies | 3 |
| PHI 1043 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| PHI 2013 | Basic Philosophical Problems | 3 |
| PHI 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
| PHI 2033 | Introduction to Early Modern Philosophy | 3 |
| PHI 2123 | Contemporary Moral Issues | 3 |
| RUS 1014 | Elementary Russian I | 4 |
| RUS 2333 | Russian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| SPN 1014 | Elementary Spanish I | 4 |
| SPN 2333 | Hispanic Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| WGSS 2013 | Introduction to Women’s Studies | 3 |
| WGSS 2023 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | 3 |
Creative Arts (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AHC 1113 | Art History I | 3 |
| AHC 1123 | Art History II | 3 |
| ARC 1513 | Great Buildings and Cities of the World | 3 |
| ARC 2413 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Prehistory to Medieval | 3 |
| ART 1103 | Introduction to Visual Arts | 3 |
| BBL 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
| CLA 2033 | Introduction to Classical Literature | 3 |
| DAN 2003 | Introduction to Dance | 3 |
| HUM 2023 | Introduction to the Humanities I | 3 |
| HUM 2033 | Introduction to the Humanities II | 3 |
| HUM 2053 | History of Film | 3 |
| MAS 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
| MUS 2243 | World Music in Society | 3 |
| MUS 2633 | American Roots Music | 3 |
| MUS 2653 | Music in Culture | 3 |
| MUS 2663 | History and Styles of Jazz | 3 |
| MUS 2673 | History and Styles of Rock | 3 |
| MUS 2683 | History and Styles of Western Art Music | 3 |
| MUS 2713 | History of Recorded Music | 3 |
| MUS 2743 | Music and Film | 3 |
| PHI 2073 | Philosophy of Art | 3 |
American History (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era | 3 |
| HIS 1053 | United States History: Civil War Era to Present | 3 |
| HIS 2053 | Texas History | 3 |
Government-Political Science (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics | 3 |
| and one of the following two courses: | ||
| POL 1133 | Texas Politics and Society | 3 |
| POL 1213 | Civil Rights in Texas and America | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AMS 2043 | Approaches to American Culture | 3 |
| ANT 1013 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| ANT 2043 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
| ANT 2053 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| BBL 2003 | Language, Culture, and Society | 3 |
| BBL 2243 | Bilingual Families, Communities, and Schools: National and Transnational Experiences | 3 |
| BIO 1033 | Drugs and Society | 3 |
| CRJ 1113 | The American Criminal Justice System | 3 |
| ECO 2003 | Economic Principles and Issues | 3 |
| ECO 2023 | Introductory Microeconomics | 3 |
| EGR 1343 | The Impact of Modern Technologies on Society | 3 |
| ES 1003 | Survey Topics in Environmental Studies | 3 |
| GES 1013 | Fundamentals of Geography | 3 |
| GES 2623 | Human Geography: People, Place, Culture | 3 |
| HTH 2413 | Introduction to Community and Public Health | 3 |
| HTH 2513 | Personal Health | 3 |
| IDS 2113 | Society and Social Issues | 3 |
| PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 1013 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOC 2013 | Social Problems | 3 |
| SOC 2023 | Social Context of Drug Use | 3 |
Component Area Option (CAO) (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete either one of the following courses or any additional Core Curriculum course not previously used to satisfy a core component area requirement, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COM 2113 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| EGR 1403 | Technical Communication | 3 |
| ENG 2413 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| PAD 1113 | Public Administration and Policy in American Society | 3 |
| PHI 2043 | Introductory Logic | 3 |
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
| First Year Experience Requirement | 3 | |
| Communication | 6 | |
| Mathematics | 3 | |
| Life and Physical Sciences | 6 | |
| Language, Philosophy and Culture | 3 | |
| Creative Arts | 3 | |
| American History | 6 | |
| Government-Political Science | 6 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Component Area Option | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 42 | |
Gateway Course
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics must successfully complete the following Gateway Course with a grade of “C-” or better in no more than two attempts. A student who is unable to successfully complete this course within two attempts, including dropping the course with a grade of “W” or taking an equivalent course at another institution, will be required to change his or her major.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| NDT 3413 | Advanced Human Nutrition |
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| A. Degree core requirements | ||
| NDT 3191 | Applied Food Science Practicum 1 | 1 |
| NDT 3203 | Introduction to Nutrition and Dietetics Careers | 3 |
| NDT 3292 | Food Production Practicum 1 | 2 |
| NDT 3313 | Applied Food Science | 3 |
| NDT 3323 | Nutrition and Health Assessment | 3 |
| NDT 3333 | Nutrition Counseling and Education | 3 |
| NDT 3343 | Nutrition in the Life Span | 3 |
| NDT 3353 | Production and Foodservice System Management I | 3 |
| NDT 3413 | Advanced Human Nutrition | 3 |
| NDT 4091 | Community Service Practicum 1 | 1 |
| NDT 4191 | Nutrition Care Process Practicum 1 | 1 |
| NDT 4313 | Production and Food Service System Management II | 3 |
| NDT 4323 | Medical Nutrition Therapy I | 3 |
| NDT 4333 | Community Nutrition | 3 |
| NDT 4343 | Nutrition in Disease Prevention and Health Promotion | 3 |
| NDT 4353 | Medical Nutrition Therapy II | 3 |
| NDT 4363 | Current Issues in Nutrition | 3 |
| B. Support courses | ||
| BIO 1053 & BIO 1061 | Introductory Microbiology and Introductory Microbiology Laboratory | 4 |
| BIO 2053 & BIO 2051 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I | 4 |
| BIO 2063 & BIO 2061 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II and Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II | 4 |
| BIO 3513 | Biochemistry | 3 |
| CHE 1103 & CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Laboratory | 4 |
| CHE 1113 & CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II and General Chemistry II Laboratory | 4 |
| CHE 2603 & CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I and Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 5 |
| MGT 3013 | Introduction to Organization Theory, Behavior, and Management | 3 |
| NDT 2043 | Introduction to Nutritional Sciences | 3 |
| PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| or SOC 1013 | Introduction to Sociology | |
| or ANT 1013 | Introduction to Anthropology | |
| STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 84 | |
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The practicum courses involve traveling off campus to affiliation sites. Check the University Schedule of Classes or with the instructor to plan the rest of the course schedule accordingly.
Course Sequence Guide for B.S. Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UTSA undergraduate degree requirements that are part of the Coordinated Program in Dietetics. This is merely a guide and students must satisfy other admission requirements for the Coordinated Program in Dietetics; and meet with their advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take core and support courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters. Courses in the Nutrition and Dietetics Program are only offered once a year, according to the guide below.
B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics – Recommended Four-Year Academic Plan
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship (core) | 3 |
| BIO 1233 or BIO 1203 | Contemporary Biology I (core) or Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
| CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
| MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers (core) | 3 |
| WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I (core) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| BIO 1243 or BIO 1223 | Contemporary Biology II (core) or Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
| CHE 1113 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
| WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II (core) | 3 |
| American History (core) | 3 | |
| Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| BIO 1053 | Introductory Microbiology | 3 |
| BIO 1061 | Introductory Microbiology Laboratory | 1 |
| BIO 2053 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| BIO 2051 | Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I | 1 |
| CHE 2603 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 2 |
| American History (core) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| BIO 2063 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| BIO 2061 | Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II | 1 |
| BIO 3513 | Biochemistry | 3 |
| MGT 3013 | Introduction to Organization Theory, Behavior, and Management | 3 |
| NDT 2043 or BIO 2043 | Introduction to Nutritional Sciences or Nutrition | 3 |
| PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology (core and major) or Introduction to Sociology or Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| NDT 3191 | Applied Food Science Practicum | 1 |
| NDT 3203 | Introduction to Nutrition and Dietetics Careers | 3 |
| NDT 3313 | Applied Food Science | 3 |
| NDT 3413 | Advanced Human Nutrition | 3 |
| STA 1053 | Basic Statistics (core and major) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Spring | ||
| NDT 3292 | Food Production Practicum 1 | 2 |
| NDT 3323 | Nutrition and Health Assessment | 3 |
| NDT 3333 | Nutrition Counseling and Education | 3 |
| NDT 3343 | Nutrition in the Life Span | 3 |
| NDT 3353 | Production and Foodservice System Management I | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| NDT 4091 | Community Service Practicum 1 | 1 |
| NDT 4313 | Production and Food Service System Management II | 3 |
| NDT 4323 | Medical Nutrition Therapy I | 3 |
| NDT 4333 | Community Nutrition | 3 |
| Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
| Language, Philosophy & Culture (core) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| NDT 4191 | Nutrition Care Process Practicum 1 | 1 |
| NDT 4343 | Nutrition in Disease Prevention and Health Promotion | 3 |
| NDT 4353 | Medical Nutrition Therapy II | 3 |
| NDT 4363 | Current Issues in Nutrition | 3 |
| Creative Arts (core) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 13 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 120 | |
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The practicum courses involve traveling off campus to affiliation sites. Check the University Schedule of Classes or with the instructor to plan the rest of the course schedule accordingly.
Note: NDT courses are only offered once a year; Fall or Spring semester based on the plan above.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition and Health
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Nutrition and Health a is 120-credit-hour degree designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in public health nutrition at state health departments, schools, community organizations, non-profits, and the food industry. The degree is suited for students taking prerequisites for medical schools or graduate programs in nutrition, public health, allied health, and biomedical sciences. Students who are interested in applying to health profession programs are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor and consult with the UTSA Health Professions Office.
Courses in this program help students understand and implement health promotion and disease prevention, promote healthy lifestyles through nutritional and behavioral changes, and effectively communicate nutrition messages to individuals and the public. This program is NOT accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) and does not meet the requirements for students to become registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs). However, students are encouraged to declare the B.S. in Nutrition and Health major while completing the prerequisite courses to apply for UTSA’s Coordinated Program in Dietetics.
Students may apply for admission into one of the concentrations within the B.S. degree in Nutrition and Health if they wish to specialize in Maternal and Child Health & Nutrition (MCHN) or Sustainable Nutrition & Food Systems (SNFS). Students may also pursue the major without a concentration.
The minimum number of semester credit hours for this degree, including the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120, of which at least 39 must be at the upper-division level. All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements. All required Nutrition (NTR) and Nutrition and Dietetic (NDT) courses must be completed with a grade of “C-” or better.
B.S in Nutrition and Health with Maternal and Child Health & Nutrition (MCHN) or Sustainable Nutrition & Food Systems (SNFS) Concentration
The concentrations in MCHN or SNFS can prepare students for jobs in extension service, health and wellness non-profits, school nutrition programs, public health/government nutrition programs such as the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, food service management, and food agriculture and industry. After graduation, students are prepared to pursue courses and programs to become certified as lactation consultants or dietary managers. Only one concentration can be declared.
Concentration Admission Policy
The goal of admission requirements for one of the B.S. in Nutrition and Health concentrations is to provide undergraduate students with a program of study with the highest possible standards. To achieve this goal, the admission policy is designed to identify those students most likely to succeed in Maternal and Child Health & Nutrition (MCHN) or Sustainable Nutrition & Food Systems (SNFS).
All applicants for admission to a concentration will be initially admitted to the Nutrition and Health program without a concentration. For a student to declare a concentration, they must meet the following academic criteria:
- Completion of 30 hours of prerequisite and/or support courses with a grade of “C-“ or better.
- Have a minimum 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) cumulative (all completed coursework) GPA.
Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)
Students seeking the B.S. degree in Nutrition and Health must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements. If courses are taken to satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.
MAT 1073 should be used to satisfy the core requirement in Mathematics. BIO 1233 or BIO 1203 should be used to satisfy one of the Life and Physical Sciences requirements, and BIO 1243 or BIO 1223 should be used to satisfy the other Life and Physical Sciences requirement. ANT 1013, SOC 1013, or PSY 1013 should be used to satisfy the Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement. STA 1053 may be used to satisfy the Component Area Option.
For a complete listing of courses that satisfy the Core Curriculum requirements, see Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement (3 semester credit hours)
All students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship | 3 |
| AIS 1213 | AIS: Architecture, Construction, and Planning | 3 |
| AIS 1223 | AIS: Arts and Humanities | 3 |
| AIS 1233 | AIS: Business | 3 |
| AIS 1243 | AIS: Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences | 3 |
| AIS 1253 | AIS: Interdisciplinary Education | 3 |
| AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences | 3 |
| AIS 1273 | AIS: Social Sciences and Public Policy | 3 |
Communication (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I | 3 |
| WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II | 3 |
Mathematics (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CS 1173 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
| MAT 1023 | College Algebra with Applications | 3 |
| MAT 1043 | Introduction to Mathematics | 3 |
| MAT 1053 | Mathematics for Business | 3 |
| MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 |
| MAT 1093 | Precalculus | 3 |
| MAT 1133 | Calculus for Business | 3 |
| MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences | 3 |
| MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
| STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ANT 2033 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology | 3 |
| AST 1013 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
| AST 1033 | Exploration of the Solar System | 3 |
| BIO 1203 | Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
| BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
| BIO 1233 | Contemporary Biology I | 3 |
| BIO 1243 | Contemporary Biology II | 3 |
| CHE 1083 | Introduction to the Molecular Structure of Matter | 3 |
| CHE 1093 | Introduction to Molecular Transformations | 3 |
| ES 1113 | Environmental Botany | 3 |
| ES 1123 | Environmental Zoology | 3 |
| ES 1213 | Environmental Geology | 3 |
| ES 2013 | Introduction to Environmental Science I | 3 |
| ES 2023 | Introduction to Environmental Science II | 3 |
| GEO 1013 | The Third Planet | 3 |
| GEO 1033 | Geology of North American National Parks | 3 |
| GEO 1123 | Life Through Time | 3 |
| GES 2613 | Intro to Physical Geography | 3 |
| PHY 1943 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I | 3 |
| PHY 1963 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II | 3 |
Language, Philosophy and Culture (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AAS 2013 | Introduction to African American Studies | 3 |
| AAS 2113 | African American Culture, Leadership and Social Issues | 3 |
| ANT 2063 | Language, Thought, and Culture | 3 |
| ARC 1113 | Introduction to the Built Environment | 3 |
| ARC 2423 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
| CHN 1014 | Elementary Chinese I | 4 |
| CLA 2013 | Introduction to Ancient Greece | 3 |
| CLA 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Rome | 3 |
| CLA 2323 | Classical Mythology | 3 |
| CSH 1103 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I | 3 |
| CSH 1113 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II | 3 |
| CSH 1213 | Topics in World Cultures | 3 |
| CSH 2113 | The Foreign Film | 3 |
| ENG 2013 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| ENG 2023 | Literature and Film | 3 |
| ENG 2213 | Literary Criticism and Analysis | 3 |
| ENG 2383 | Multiethnic Literatures of the United States | 3 |
| ENG 2423 | Literature of Texas and the Southwest | 3 |
| ENG 2443 | Persuasion and Rhetoric | 3 |
| FRN 1014 | Elementary French I | 4 |
| FRN 2333 | French Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| GER 1014 | Elementary German I | 4 |
| GER 2333 | German Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| GES 1023 | World Regions & Global Change | 3 |
| GLA 1013 | US in Global Context | 3 |
| GRK 1114 | Introductory Classical Greek I | 4 |
| HIS 2123 | Introduction to World Civilization to the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
| HIS 2133 | Introduction to World Civilization since the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
| HIS 2533 | Introduction to Latin American Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2543 | Introduction to Islamic Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2553 | Introduction to East Asian Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2573 | Introduction to African Civilization | 3 |
| HIS 2583 | Introduction to South Asian Civilization | 3 |
| HUM 2093 | World Religions | 3 |
| ITL 1014 | Elementary Italian I | 4 |
| ITL 2333 | Italian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| JPN 1014 | Elementary Japanese I | 4 |
| LAT 1114 | Introductory Latin I | 4 |
| MAS 2013 | Introduction to Chicano(a) Studies | 3 |
| PHI 1043 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| PHI 2013 | Basic Philosophical Problems | 3 |
| PHI 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
| PHI 2033 | Introduction to Early Modern Philosophy | 3 |
| PHI 2123 | Contemporary Moral Issues | 3 |
| RUS 1014 | Elementary Russian I | 4 |
| RUS 2333 | Russian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| SPN 1014 | Elementary Spanish I | 4 |
| SPN 2333 | Hispanic Literature in English Translation | 3 |
| WGSS 2013 | Introduction to Women’s Studies | 3 |
| WGSS 2023 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | 3 |
Creative Arts (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AHC 1113 | Art History I | 3 |
| AHC 1123 | Art History II | 3 |
| ARC 1513 | Great Buildings and Cities of the World | 3 |
| ARC 2413 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Prehistory to Medieval | 3 |
| ART 1103 | Introduction to Visual Arts | 3 |
| BBL 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
| CLA 2033 | Introduction to Classical Literature | 3 |
| DAN 2003 | Introduction to Dance | 3 |
| HUM 2023 | Introduction to the Humanities I | 3 |
| HUM 2033 | Introduction to the Humanities II | 3 |
| HUM 2053 | History of Film | 3 |
| MAS 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
| MUS 2243 | World Music in Society | 3 |
| MUS 2633 | American Roots Music | 3 |
| MUS 2653 | Music in Culture | 3 |
| MUS 2663 | History and Styles of Jazz | 3 |
| MUS 2673 | History and Styles of Rock | 3 |
| MUS 2683 | History and Styles of Western Art Music | 3 |
| MUS 2713 | History of Recorded Music | 3 |
| MUS 2743 | Music and Film | 3 |
| PHI 2073 | Philosophy of Art | 3 |
American History (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era | 3 |
| HIS 1053 | United States History: Civil War Era to Present | 3 |
| HIS 2053 | Texas History | 3 |
Government-Political Science (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics | 3 |
| and one of the following two courses: | ||
| POL 1133 | Texas Politics and Society | 3 |
| POL 1213 | Civil Rights in Texas and America | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AMS 2043 | Approaches to American Culture | 3 |
| ANT 1013 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| ANT 2043 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
| ANT 2053 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| BBL 2003 | Language, Culture, and Society | 3 |
| BBL 2243 | Bilingual Families, Communities, and Schools: National and Transnational Experiences | 3 |
| BIO 1033 | Drugs and Society | 3 |
| CRJ 1113 | The American Criminal Justice System | 3 |
| ECO 2003 | Economic Principles and Issues | 3 |
| ECO 2023 | Introductory Microeconomics | 3 |
| EGR 1343 | The Impact of Modern Technologies on Society | 3 |
| ES 1003 | Survey Topics in Environmental Studies | 3 |
| GES 1013 | Fundamentals of Geography | 3 |
| GES 2623 | Human Geography: People, Place, Culture | 3 |
| HTH 2413 | Introduction to Community and Public Health | 3 |
| HTH 2513 | Personal Health | 3 |
| IDS 2113 | Society and Social Issues | 3 |
| PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 1013 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOC 2013 | Social Problems | 3 |
| SOC 2023 | Social Context of Drug Use | 3 |
Component Area Option (CAO) (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete either one of the following courses or any additional Core Curriculum course not previously used to satisfy a core component area requirement, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| COM 2113 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| EGR 1403 | Technical Communication | 3 |
| ENG 2413 | Technical Writing | 3 |
| PAD 1113 | Public Administration and Policy in American Society | 3 |
| PHI 2043 | Introductory Logic | 3 |
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
| First Year Experience Requirement | 3 | |
| Communication | 6 | |
| Mathematics | 3 | |
| Life and Physical Sciences | 6 | |
| Language, Philosophy and Culture | 3 | |
| Creative Arts | 3 | |
| American History | 6 | |
| Government-Political Science | 6 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Component Area Option | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 42 | |
Degree Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| A. Required Courses | ||
| MMI 1053 | Introductory Microbiology | 3 |
| MMI 1061 | Introductory Microbiology Laboratory | 1 |
| BIO 2061 | Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II | 1 |
| BIO 2051 | Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I | 1 |
| BIO 2053 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| BIO 2063 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
| MGT 3013 | Introduction to Organization Theory, Behavior, and Management | 3 |
| STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
| B. Nutrition and Health Requirements | ||
| NDT 2043 | Introduction to Nutritional Sciences | 3 |
| NTR 2013 | Introduction to Public Health Nutrition | 3 |
| NTR 3023 | Fundamentals of Food Science and Safety | 3 |
| NTR 3012 | Food Science Lab and Experimental Activities | 2 |
| NTR 4033 | Personal Nutrition and Cooking Basics | 3 |
| NTR 4043 | Nutrition, Chronic Disease and Health Behavior | 3 |
| NDT 3343 | Nutrition in the Life Span | 3 |
| NTR 3043 | Nutrition Education and Communication for Health Professionals | 3 |
| NTR 4013 | Public Health Nutrition Program Management and Leadership | 3 |
| NTR 4023 | Public Health Nutrition Policy Systems and Solutions | 3 |
| NTR 4053 | Nutrition and Healthy Aging | 3 |
| NDT 4363 | Current Issues in Nutrition | 3 |
| C. Choose One of the Following Options | 9 | |
Option 1: No Concentration | ||
Choose any three elective courses from section D below. | ||
Option 2: Maternal and Child Health & Nutrition | ||
NTR 3053 | Foundations of Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition | |
NTR 4063 | Nutrition for Pregnancy and Lactation | |
NTR 4073 | Pediatric and Adolescent Nutrition | |
Option 3: Sustainable Nutrition & Food Systems | ||
NTR 3073 | Nutrition Matters: Food Systems from Farm to Fork | |
| Production and Foodservice System Management I | ||
| Production and Food Service System Management II | ||
| D. Electives | 12 | |
| Production and Foodservice System Management I | ||
| Advanced Human Nutrition | ||
| Production and Food Service System Management II | ||
NTR 3053 | Foundations of Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition | |
NTR 3073 | Nutrition Matters: Food Systems from Farm to Fork | |
NTR 4063 | Nutrition for Pregnancy and Lactation | |
NTR 4083 | Introduction to Translational Research Methods in Nutrition Research | |
NTR 4093 | Personal Nutrition for Sport Performance and Health | |
NTR 4933 | Internship in Public Health Nutrition | |
| Introduction to Health Communication | ||
| Introduction to Sustainability | ||
| Growth and Development | ||
| Effective Messaging in Public Health | ||
| Health Care System | ||
| Consumer Health | ||
| Exercise Nutrition | ||
| Introduction to Public Policy | ||
| Introduction to Nonprofit Agencies | ||
| Psychology of Health | ||
| Spanish for Healthcare Professionals | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 78 | |
Course Sequence Guide for B.S. Degree in Nutrition and Health
This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UTSA undergraduate Nutrition and Health degree requirements. These are merely guides, and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take core and support courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters.
B.S. in Nutrition and Health – Recommended Four-Year Academic Plan
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences (core) | 3 |
| MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers (core) | 3 |
| BIO 1233 or BIO 1203 | Contemporary Biology I (core) or Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
| CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
| WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I (core) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| BIO 1243 or BIO 1223 | Contemporary Biology II (core) or Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
| WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II (core) | 3 |
| American History (core 1) | 3 | |
| Government-Political Science (core 1) | 3 | |
| Creative Arts (core) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| MMI 1053 | Introductory Microbiology | 3 |
| MMI 1061 | Introductory Microbiology Laboratory | 1 |
| BIO 2053 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| BIO 2051 | Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I | 1 |
| STA 1053 | Basic Statistics (core and major) | 3 |
| American History (core 2) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Spring | ||
| NDT 2043 | Introduction to Nutritional Sciences | 3 |
| BIO 2063 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| BIO 2061 | Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory II | 1 |
| PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology (core) or Introduction to Sociology or Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| MGT 3013 | Introduction to Organization Theory, Behavior, and Management | 3 |
| Government-Political Science (core 2) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| NTR 2013 | Introduction to Public Health Nutrition | 3 |
| NTR 3023 | Fundamentals of Food Science and Safety | 3 |
| NTR 3012 | Food Science Lab and Experimental Activites | 2 |
| NTR 3043 | Nutrition Education and Communication for Health Professionals | 3 |
| Concentration or elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Spring | ||
| NTR 4043 | Nutrition, Chronic Disease and Health Behavior | 3 |
| NTR 4033 | Personal Nutrition and Cooking Basics | 3 |
| NDT 3343 | Nutrition in the Life Span | 3 |
| Language, Philosophy, & Culture (core) | 3 | |
| NTR 4053 | Nutrition and Healthy Aging | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| NTR 4013 | Public Health Nutrition Program Management and Leadership | 3 |
| Concentration or Elective | 3 | |
| Concentration or Elective | 3 | |
| Concentration or Elective | 3 | |
| Concentration or Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| NTR 4023 | Public Health Nutrition Policy Systems and Solutions | 3 |
| NDT 4363 | Current Issues in Nutrition | 3 |
| Concentration or Elective | 3 | |
| Concentration or Elective | 3 | |
| Elective (if needed to meet 120 hour minimum) | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 120 | |
Nutrition for Health Professionals Certificate
The Nutrition for Health Professionals Certificate covers nutrition among all stages of life, as it relates to prevention, management, and treatment strategies to promote optimal health. Nutrition education and communication strategies will be a central focus. Courses are taught by Registered, Licensed Dietitians.
The certificate program is open to all majors. Courses can be taken toward certificate completion or as stand-alone electives.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| A. Required Courses 1 | ||
| NDT 3343 | Nutrition in the Life Span | 3 |
| NDT 3363 | Nutrition Education and Communication for Health Professionals | 3 |
| B. Electives. 9 credit hours selected from the courses below: 2 | 9 | |
| Introduction to Public Health Nutrition | ||
| Nutrition Matters: Food Systems from Farm to Fork | ||
| Foundations of Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition | ||
| Advanced Human Nutrition | ||
| Current Issues in Nutrition | ||
| Special Studies in Nutrition and Dietetics | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | |
- 1
NDT 2043 Introduction to Nutritional Sciences, or an equivalent, is the prerequisite for other NDT courses.
- 2
3 credit hours of electives may be from any Health (HTH), Kinesiology (KIN), or other approved course.
Community Health Worker Certificate
This certificate is designed to provide community health worker training to community members as a stackable certificate that could be applied with the addition of one or more focus areas to qualify for a Multidisciplinary Study (MDST) bachelor’s degree. Community health worker training is designed to help members of the community to provide health-related information to their fellow community members. This information can be disease-specific, treatment-related, or even facilitating access to care and insurance.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| A. Required Courses | ||
| HTH 2413 | Introduction to Community and Public Health | 3 |
| HTH 4953 | Special Studies in Health | 3 |
| PAD 4963 | Special Topics in Public Administration | 3 |
| SOC 4683 | Health Disparities | 3 |
| B. Electives | 3 | |
| Students will select 3 hours from the following courses: | ||
| Language, Culture, and Society | ||
| Child Abuse and Domestic Violence | ||
| Introduction to Health Communication | ||
| Global Health Communication | ||
| Geographic Information Systems for Population Analysis and Policy | ||
| Social Demography and Public Policy | ||
| Database Management in Community and Public Health | ||
| Survey of Drugs and Health | ||
| Community Health | ||
| Growth and Development | ||
| Emotional Wellness | ||
| Health Care System | ||
| Consumer Health | ||
| Exercise Prescription | ||
| Nutrition in the Life Span | ||
| Community Nutrition | ||
| Foundations of Civic Engagement | ||
| Introduction to Nonprofit Agencies | ||
| Psychology of Health | ||
| The Sociology of Work and Occupations | ||
| Spanish for Healthcare Professionals | ||
| Interpreting in Medical Settings | ||
| Advanced Practice in Healthcare Interpreting | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | |
Nutrition (NTR) Courses
NTR 2013. Introduction to Public Health Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. Introduces students to the principles of nutrition and public health. Considers the multiple levels of influence on diet intake, food choice, and related health outcomes. Examines nutrition prevention policy, programs, initiatives, and interventions. The course will also cover the role of the public health nutrition professional in the community. (Formerly NDT 2313.) Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 3012. Food Science Lab and Experimental Activities. (0-6) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. Learn the basic principles of food science and gain an enhanced understanding of the role of food science in the development of food products. Gain a better understanding of the importance of food safety, basic regulatory issues, and food science trends. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $12; DNMF $450.
NTR 3023. Fundamentals of Food Science and Safety. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. Theory and practical application of scientific principles of food purchasing and preparation, including food safety considerations, including regulatory agencies responsible for food safety. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 3043. Nutrition Education and Communication for Health Professionals. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. Introduces students to the fundamentals of nutrition education, including traditional and developing models and theories of learning for promoting good nutrition and health. Students will develop a basic understanding of consumer trends in food, nutrition, and health and effective communication skills to promote a healthy lifestyle. (Formerly NDT 3363.) Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 3053. Foundations of Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. This course is an introduction to the historical perspective of maternal and child health, emphasizing nutritional recommendations during preconception, pregnancy, lactation, early infancy, and childhood. Students will gain an understanding of the federal programs that support women, infants, and children and explore career opportunities. (Formerly NDT 3373.) Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 3073. Nutrition Matters: Food Systems from Farm to Fork. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. Students will gain a scientific foundation for understanding what we eat matters, farm to fork, and the tools and skills to make the healthy food choices to promote good health and prevent chronic disease. (Formerly NDT 2323.) Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 4013. Public Health Nutrition Program Management and Leadership. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. This course focuses on enhancing an individual’s abilities to become a skilled professional and a leader in the field of human nutrition. Qualities of leaders, efficient teams, effective communication, and transformational leadership will be applied in a wider perspective pertaining to public health nutrition programs. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 4023. Public Health Nutrition Policy Systems and Solutions. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. Familiarize and engage in the dynamics of policy making processes that address nutrition problems and issues. This course will discuss governmental and legislative decisions that address a nutrition or food problem or set of problems. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 4033. Personal Nutrition and Cooking Basics. (0-9) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. This course is designed to evaluate social determinants of food choices and the meaning of food in the context of various cultures, as they contribute to the establishment of a cultural identity through the acquisition of basic food preparation skills. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18; DNMF $675.
NTR 4043. Nutrition, Chronic Disease and Health Behavior. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. This course is a survey of current nutrition science principles in disease prevention and health promotion. As a result of taking this course, you will gain nutritional science knowledge and analytical skills that can be used to evaluate primary research related to nutrition and specific disease states. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 4053. Nutrition and Healthy Aging. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. This course reviews aging theories and the pathophysiology of aging while focusing on the nutritional needs of older adults. Nutritional status assessment and management of age-related diseases will be explored. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 4063. Nutr Pregnancy and Lactation. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. Overview of nutrition issues affecting pregnant and postpartum women, females of reproductive age, infants, and toddlers through two years of age. The course will integrate public health practice and policy recommendations with evidence-based clinical practice guidelines to provide a comprehensive view of maternal and infant nutrition issues from a public health perspective. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 4073. Pediatric and Adolescent Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. Overview of nutritional needs of preschool-aged children in early childhood through adolescence. Relevant conditions, such as food allergies, obesity, and eating disorders, will be discussed as well as the influence of parents, schools, media, and the community will be examined. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 4083. Introduction to Translational Research Methods In Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. This course discusses the implication of translational research in the nutrition field. Students will be able to select appropriate methods of data collection and analysis for given nutrition-related problems. Critical evaluation of research and ethics in research will be required. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 4093. Personal Nutrition for Sport Performance and Health. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. Increase student understanding of advanced concepts of human nutrition, including digestion, absorption, metabolism, and the function of nutrients as they relate to human health and physical performance while developing an understanding of nutritional genomics in relation to personalized nutrition as means of nutritional control of gene expression and functional genomic studies with relationships to nutrient intake and polymorphisms. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NTR 4933. Internship in Public Health Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: 'A cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or greater and must be within 9 semester credit hours of graduation is required. NDT 2043 Introduction of Nutritional Sciences. The internship provides an opportunity to gain experience in a public health nutrition-related agency. Opportunities will be coordinated with a faculty advisor. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18; DNPF $60.
Nutrition and Dietetics (NDT) Courses
NDT 2043. Introduction to Nutritional Sciences. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: BIO 1233 or BIO 1203. Basic concepts related to the classification and functions of nutrients; the process of digestion, absorption, transport, utilization, and storage of nutrients in humans and the interaction between diet and health. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 2313. Introduction to Public Health Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. Introduces students to the principles of nutrition and public health. Considers the multiple levels of influence on diet intake, food choice, and related health outcomes. Examines nutrition prevention policy, programs, initiatives, and interventions. The course will also cover the role of the public health nutrition professional in the community. Course fees: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 2323. Nutrition Matters: Food Systems from Farm to Fork. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. Students will gain a scientific foundation for understanding what we eat matters, farm to fork, and the tools and skills to make the healthy food choices to promote good health and prevent chronic disease. Course fees: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 3191. Applied Food Science Practicum. (0-3) 1 Credit Hour.
Prerequisite: Dietetics majors only, BIO 1053, CHE 1103, CHE 1113, and NDT 2043 or equivalent. Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in NDT 3313 or permission of faculty advisor. The application of concepts related to the chemical, physical, sensory, and nutritional properties of food in menu planning, food preparation, and recipe modification. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fee: DNMF $225; LRHC $10; STHC $6; DL01 $25.
NDT 3203. Introduction to Nutrition and Dietetics Careers. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Dietetics majors only. General overview of nutrition and dietetics as a profession, including career opportunities, scope of practice, credentialing, code of ethics, and collaboration with other disciplines. Self-directed modules on medical terminology, word roots, prefixes and suffixes will be integrated into the course content. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 3292. Food Production Practicum. (0-6) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Dietetics majors only. Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in NDT 3353 or permission of faculty advisor. Practicum related to the procurement, preparation, and delivery of food in large foodservice operations. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fee: DNPF $40; LRHC $10; STHC $12.
NDT 3313. Applied Food Science. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Dietetic majors only, BIO 1053, CHE 1103, CHE 1113, and NDT 2043 or equivalent; concurrent enrollment in NDT 3191 is recommended. Concepts related to the chemical, physical, sensory, and nutritional properties of food in menu planning, food preparation, and recipe modification. Generally offered: Fall. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18; DL01 $75.
NDT 3323. Nutrition and Health Assessment. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Dietetics majors only, NDT 2043 or equivalent. Methods, tools, and interpretation of data in assessing the nutritional status of individuals including dietary, anthropometric, biochemical, and clinical assessment, as well as other measurements of health in individuals and the community. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 3333. Nutrition Counseling and Education. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Dietetics majors only, NDT 2043 or equivalent. Discussion of theories of learning and behavior modification, models and techniques, communication skills, evaluation methods, and cultural competence in nutrition counseling and education; and application of concepts to facilitate behavioral change. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 3343. Nutrition in the Life Span. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent (required) and Human Physiology (recommended). Nutritional needs during various stages of the lifecycle as influenced by physiologic, cultural, and environmental factors. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18; DL01 $75.
NDT 3353. Production and Foodservice System Management I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 3313 or NTR 3023, or equivalent; concurrent enrollment in NDT 3292 is recommended for dietetics majors. Principles related to the menu planning, food sanitation and safety, procurement, production, marketing, and materials management in foodservice operations. Generally offered: Spring. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 3363. Nutrition Education and Communication for Health. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. Introduces students to the fundamentals of nutrition education including traditional and developing models and theories of learning for promoting good nutrition and health. Students will develop a basic understanding of the consumer trends in food, nutrition, health, and effective communication skills to promote a healthy lifestyle. Course fees: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 3373. Foundations of Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. This course is an introduction to the historical perspective of maternal and child health with an emphasis on nutritional recommendations during preconception, pregnancy, lactation, early infancy, and childhood. Students will gain an understanding of the federal programs that support women, infants, and children, and explore career opportunities. Course fees: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 3413. Advanced Human Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent and BIO 3513 or equivalent. Advanced discussion of nutrient structure, function and interaction, metabolic pathways, and regulation and integration of metabolism. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18; DL01 $75.
NDT 4091. Community Nutrition Practicum. (0-3) 1 Credit Hour.
Prerequisite: Permission of course instructor. Corequisites: NDT 4333 is recommended or with permission of faculty advisor. Application of learned strategies in meaningful community service through collaborative tasks performed at various community programs. Service learning activities are aimed at enriching the life experiences of students through civic responsibility and community outreach. Course Fee: DNPF $20; LRHC $10; STHC $6; DL01 $25.
NDT 4191. Nutrition Care Process Practicum. (0-3) 1 Credit Hour.
Prerequisite: Dietetics majors only. Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in NDT 4353 is required. A problem-based approach to dietetics practice using case simulations and studies; application of basic nutritional assessment skills, nutritional diagnosis, intervention, and monitoring in different settings; practice skills in counseling and nutrition education. Course Fee: DNPF $20; LRHC $10; STHC $6.
NDT 4313. Production and Food Service System Management II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 3353, or NTR 3023, or equivalent; NDT 3292 or equivalent (dietetics majors only). Theories and principles related to the foodservice, systems management including leadership, decision-making, human resources, and financial management of operations. Course Fee: DL01 $75; LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 4323. Medical Nutrition Therapy I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Dietetics majors only, and NDT 3323 and NDT 3333 or equivalent. Pathophysiology and the application of the nutritional care process in the treatment of simple human diseases and conditions, part 1. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 4333. Community Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent; consent of instructor. Nutrition-related issues in public health, various community resources, agencies, and programs involved in health promotion and disease prevention. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18; DL01 $75.
NDT 4343. Nutrition in Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 and NDT 4333; consent of instructor. An evidence-based analysis as it relates to diet/nutrition in the prevention of chronic diseases; and fundamental concepts in the promotion of health among individuals and groups. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 4353. Medical Nutrition Therapy II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Dietetics majors only, and NDT 4323. Continuation of Advanced Medical Nutrition I; and review of the pathophysiology and the application of the nutritional care process in the treatment of more complex human disease and conditions. Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 4363. Current Issues in Nutrition. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: NDT 2043 or equivalent; must have senior or graduate standing. In-depth discussion and analysis of emerging trends, concepts, and controversies in nutritional sciences, including application of evidence-based principles in the discussion. Course Fees: LRHC $10; STHC $18; DL01 $75.
NDT 4911. Independent Study in Nutrition and Dietetics. (0-0) 1 Credit Hour.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. An exploration of topics of interest to the student in Nutrition and Dietetics. Students work under the close supervision of a faculty member to conduct research, intense study, or a project related to the selected topic. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. (Formerly NDT 4951. Credit cannot be earned for both NDT 4951 and NDT 4911.) Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $6.
NDT 4912. Independent Study in Nutrition and Dietetics. (0-0) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. An exploration of topics of interest to the student in Nutrition and Dietetics. Students work under the close supervision of a faculty member to conduct research, intense study, or a project related to the selected topic. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. (Formerly NDT 4952. Credit cannot be earned for both NDT 4952 and NDT 4912.) Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $12.
NDT 4913. Independent Study in Nutrition and Dietetics. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: NDT 2043 or equivalent. An exploration of topics of interest to the student in Nutrition and Dietetics. Students work under the close supervision of a faculty member to conduct research, intense study, or a project related to the selected topic. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. (Formerly NDT 4953. Credit cannot be earned for both NDT 4953 and NDT 4913.) Course Fee: LRHC $10; STHC $18.
NDT 4943. Special Studies in Nutrition and Dietetics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. Organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study in an area of nutrition and dietetics not available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor's degree. Course Fees: LRHC $10; STHC $18; DL01 $75.