Course Curriculum
Required Core
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HD 798 | Research Methods | 3 cr |
| HD 768 | Community Relations and Resources | 3 cr |
| FN 762 | Outcomes Based Research | 3 cr |
| FN 749 | Seminar in Food and Nutrition | 3 cr |
| FN 751 | Recent Advances in Community Nutrition | 3 cr |
| FN 758 | Older Adult Nutrition | 3 cr |
| FN 799 | Thesis 6 cr Or FN 798 – Project | 3 cr |
Total |
21-24 cr |
Possible Electives
Electives – 6 credits (if choosing thesis option)
9 credits (if choosing project option)
Within Health Promotion and Human Development:
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| FN 754 | Vitamins and Minerals |
| HPW 465/665 | Grief and Loss |
| HPW 470/670 | Healthy Aging |
| HD 789 | Adult Learner |
| HD 702 | Grant Writing |
| FN 757 | Contemporary Issues |
Within other disciplines:
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| Psychology 601 and 602 | Introduction and Practicum in Counseling and Psychotherapy |
| Psychology 665 | Psychology of Late Adulthood |
| Psychology 685 | Behavioral Medicine |
| Sociology 667 | Social Gerontology |
| Sociology 760 | Seminar in Adult Development and Socialization |
With the advisor’s approval, the student may select other courses within other disciplines.

