NUTR 590 - Current Issues in Dietetics 3 s.h.

Consideration of current issues such as trends and advances in nutrition care and support, needs assessment, drug nutrient interactions, functional foods, community screening and education, medical nutrition therapy, food service systems management. Students will read and critique information from a variety of professional sources including journals, reputable websites, and government documents. Registration restrictions include: Community Nutrition and Nutrition Education or the equivalent within the past three years.
Prerequisite(s): M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics degree graduate student and a “B” or better in NUTR 550 and NUTR 551 or permission of instructor.