Applied Nutrition and Health, BS

Arizona State University - Kaplan International

This degree is taught by ASU’s College of Health Solutions, the only health college of its kind-bringing together researchers, faculty, students and community partners from many disciplines to turn scientific research into practical solutions that solve our greatest health challenges.The Bachelor of Science program in applied nutrition and health introduces you to nutrition principles, along with essential skills in communication, leadership and community engagement, to develop and apply innovative solutions to health concerns across populations.Coursework explores the fundamentals of nutrition, such as macro- and micronutrients and developing nutrition care plans. You develop a deep understanding of more specialized topics such as cultural aspects of food and health, food and health policy, food safety and food sustainability. This curriculum prepares you to apply your nutrition expertise to a variety of careers. You also engage in experiential learning with community partners specializing in food and nutrition to gain practical experience, develop professional relationships and establish a foundation for your future goals.You select from one of three focus areas that align with your interests and professional goals: community nutrition, food service operations, or pre-dietetics. In community nutrition, you delve into strategies for promoting health and wellness within communities. Through evidence-based social media efforts, you address critical public health issues. Food service operations courses teach principles of management, strategy, supply chain management and entrepreneurship in food and nutrition. If you are interested in becoming a registered dietitian, the pre-dietetics focus offers the additional science and leadership courses required for dietetics-focused graduate programs.

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