Online Master’s in Nutrition and Dietetics Degree
Online Master’s in Nutrition and Dietetics Degree
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Online: $600 per credit [More Info]
Up to 12 credits or 1/3 of the total program requirements in transfer (whichever is less)
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Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission.
Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
Dietitians and nutritionists typically work in settings that conduct food and nutrition management.
These settings may include:(See disclaimer 4)
Hospitals
Nursing homes
Outpatient care centers
State and local government agencies
This master’s degree in nutrition and dietetics can provide you with the opportunity to explore core competencies specific to the dietetics field, as well as gain transferrable skills.
These competencies include:
Scientific principles
Nutritional interventions
Effective communication
Critical thinking
Responsible leadership
Global awareness
GCU is an institutionally accredited university that prioritizes quality education. For more information regarding program objectives and further details on admission requirements, please visit our graduate admissions page or review the details for the MS Nutrition and Dietetics program in the Nutrition and Dietetics Graduate Student Handbook found on the program’s accreditation page.(See disclaimer 5)
For information on estimated student program costs, academic and program calendars, application and admission requirements, graduation and completion criteria, experiential learning expectations, distance education components and financial aid availability, please refer to our MS in Nutrition and Dietetics Student Handbook.
For licensure information, please visit our Disclosures page under More Resources.
Our graduate program in nutrition and dietetics is a candidacy program seeking accreditation by:
Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190
Chicago, IL 60606-6995
Phone: (312) 899-0040 x5400
Email: acend@eatright.org
Website: https://www.eatrightpro.org/acend
Admission to this STEM program requires a bachelor’s degree in nutrition, nutritional sciences or dietetics, or a bachelor’s degree in any field with the successful completion of relevant college-level coursework. Learn more about graduate admission requirements for this program at GCU.
Prepare to make a positive difference in the health of individuals and communities by working toward becoming an RD or RDN. Apply today to enroll in GCU’s master’s in nutrition and dietetics program.
Grand Canyon University's Master of Science (MS) in Nutrition and Dietetics is designed for bachelor’s degree holders who would like to position themselves for possible career advancement in the healthcare field. Offered through the College of Natural Sciences, this degree focuses on building upon your existing undergraduate credentials in nutrition and dietetics, while helping you prepare to seek career opportunities in the dietetics profession, such as by becoming an RD or RDN.
This online master’s in nutrition and dietetics program may be right for you if you’re motivated to help people optimize their overall health by developing personalized nutrition plans based on sound scientific principles. At GCU, you can prepare to support the health of communities and individuals.
The instructors in this program strive to prepare you to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing examination, which is required to become a registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).(See disclaimer 1)
As a graduate of this program, you have the opportunity to become more capable and confident in nutrition science best practices and strategies for providing exemplary wellness services. As a Christian university, GCU also teaches students about professional and ethical practices within the nutrition field, all presented through the lens of a Christian worldview.
Nutrition and dietetics play a key role in supporting the health and well-being of individuals and communities.(See disclaimer 2) Throughout this program, you will have the opportunity to apply evidence-based practices through hands-on experiential learning opportunities in a specific area of nutrition or dietetics.
This master’s in nutrition and dietetics teaches key topics in nutrition science, including:
The master's in nutrition and dietetics degree aims to deliver a specialized education that can help you prepare to become a leader in the fields of food, nutrition and dietetics. Through an evidence-based curriculum and emphasis on ethical practices, you are taught how to address complex challenges in these disciplines, contributing to advancements in nutritional science, public health and clinical practice.
Our program is committed to fostering a community of lifelong learners who will drive innovation and positively impact the health and well-being of individuals and populations worldwide.
The MS in Nutrition and Dietetics is designed to meet and exceed the following program goals. Program outcomes data are available upon request.
Goal #1
The program can prepare graduates to take the CDR credentialing exam to become a registered dietitian nutritionist. See objectives.
Goal #2
Graduates can meet employer expectations as entry-level practitioners one year past graduation. See objectives.
Earning an online master’s degree in nutrition and dietetics at GCU requires 30 credit hours and 1,000 hours of experiential learning. The online degree consists of eight classes, with most classes being 12 weeks in length.
At the conclusion of this program, you will be required to complete a capstone project. This allows you to apply nutrition and dietetics best practices in a professional environment. You must complete the minimum amount of hours based on ACEND program requirements to participate in this project.
As an online master’s in nutrition and dietetics student, you will have access to:
Whether you are a working professional looking to expand your career opportunities or a recent graduate seeking to specialize in nutrition and dietetics, we’ve gathered a few frequently asked questions and answers to help you reflect upon your career path options.
What is the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?
What qualifications do I need to be a nutritionist?
Are dietitians needed?
Is nutrition and dietetics a hard major?
Should nurses study nutrition and dietetics?
What does the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics do?
Earning an MS in Nutrition and Dietetics can help you pursue a career helping others lead healthier lives. Graduates of this program may have the opportunity to pursue careers in a range of fields and settings that touch upon nutrition and dietetics principles. Following the completion of this program, you may be eligible to sit for the national exam to become an RD or RDN.
Possible careers in nutrition and dietetics that graduates of this program can consider include:
Dietitian
Nutritionist
Registered dietetic technician
Estimated number of new jobs expected to open for dietitians and nutritionists from 2023 to 2033(See disclaimer 3)
