Online Master of Science in Applied Nutrition
The Online Master of Science in Applied Nutrition is designed for students, practitioners and professionals in health-related fields who are interested in expanding their knowledge. This fully online program is also for RDs or DTRs who are looking to gain more knowledge in a specialty area, like obesity and eating disorders or sports. This program is not set up to be CADE accredited, and does not yield RD status.In addition to the online master's in applied nutrition, candidates may also pursue continuing education and/or certification opportunities.
Graduates of the master's in applied nutrition program will be qualified to assume leadership, management or administrative roles, conduct and comprehend dietetic research, apply current research to practice, and evaluate nutritional programs among many other acquired skills.
The applied nutrition program is offered in a fully online format structured to fit the busy lifestyle of working professionals; there is no residency requirement on our Buffalo, NY campus. The online Master of Science in Applied Nutrition can be completed in as little as one year.
The program will provide students with the opportunity to build upon clinical knowledge and specialize in one of three areas:
- Obesity and Eating Disorders
- Fitness and Sports Nutrition
- Business and Entrepreneurship in Nutrition
For program information about the Master of Science in Applied Nutrition, contact Dr. Khalid W. Bibi at 716-888-8296 or bibi@canisius.edu. For admissions information, contact the Graduate Admissions Office at 716-888-2545, toll-free at 1-800-950-2505, or at GradAdmissions@canisius.edu
Spring 2012 Start Dates
Session I start - January 17, 2012
Session II start - March 19, 2012
Canisius offers the only nutrition master's degree in Western New York with concentrations in obesity/eating disorders and business management.