Family and Consumer Sciences Graduate Programs

The need for RDNs

As the food and nutrition experts, registered dietitian nutritionists play a vital role in prevention and management of disease. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for RDNs is projected to grow 8% from 2019-2029, which is faster than the average of other occupations.

The Harding University online/remote Master of Science in applied dietetics practice program provides a challenging educational experience consistent with Christian ideals that will prepare competent, entry-level registered dietitian nutritionists for evidence-based practice in all communities. This new and innovative program is one of the few in the country that is competency-based and allows students to complete their courses and required supervised learning experiences wherever they are located. The unique combination of distance learning and remote supervised learning experiences allows students flexibility as well as the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills directly in their communities. The program curriculum also emphasizes the importance of Christian principles in nutrition and dietetics and how registered dietitian nutritionists integrate faith, learning and living into their practice.

The Master of Science in applied dietetics practice program at Harding University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Learn more about how you can elevate your expertise with applied dietetics practice.

Graduate Programs

Master of Science in Applied Dietetics Practice

The Master of Science in applied dietetics practice program at Harding University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The program includes 49 credit hours and a minimum of 1106 hours of supervised experiential learning. 

 

Accelerated B.S.-M.S. in Applied Dietetics Practice

The accelerated B.S./M.S. pathway is for qualified undergraduate students, allowing them to complete both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in applied dietetics practice in five years. Students will complete liberal arts credits and prerequisites during their first three years and finish the same graduate program curriculum in years four and five. This program includes a total of 144 credit hours and 1106 hours of supervised experiential learning.

We integrate faith, living, and learning by offering a quality, mission-focused, education with the flexibility to learn and practice in your own community. Start your journey to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with us!
Elizabeth Hall, Ph.D., RDN, LDN

Director of Applied Dietetics Practice Program

Graduate Information

Accelerated B.S.-M.S. in Applied Dietetics Practice

The accelerated B.S./M.S. pathway is for qualified undergraduate students, allowing them to complete both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in applied dietetics practice in five years. Students will complete liberal arts credits and prerequisites during their first three years and finish the same graduate program curriculum in years four and five. This program includes a total of 144 credit hours and 1106 hours of supervised experiential learning.

 

Student Handbooks

Prospective students should review the program handbook for detailed information regarding degree information, admission requirements, program cost and expenses, financial aid the academic calendar, graduation/program completion requirements, distance learning program requirements, supervised experiential learning requirements, and program policies and procedures,including the prior learning policy:

 

Mission Statement

The mission of the Master of Science in applied dietetics practice program at Harding University is to provide a challenging educational experience consistent with Christian ideals that will prepare competent, entry-level registered dietitian nutritionists for evidence-based practice in all communities.

 

Admission Deadlines

 

On-Campus Experiences (tentative)

 

Accreditation

The Master of Science in applied dietetics practice program at Harding University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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