The specialization in School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) is designed for those who wish to fulfill the academic and internship requirements to become a School Nutrition Specialist (SNS). Visit the School Nutrition Association at www.schoolnutrition.org for information on these requirements and the national credentialing examination. Through this internship student interns will:
- Prepare to assume district level/supervisory positions in school nutrition.
- Understand and assess the nutritional needs of diverse populations, especially of school-aged children at risk and of limited income.
- Provide an environment in which interns can appreciate and perform the variety of tasks required for operating successful school foodservice programs.
- Prepare to communicate effectively in interactions with other professionals and stakeholders.
- Be prepared to sit for the national Nutrition Specialist Credentialing Exam.
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Develop effective nutrition education curriculum for a variety of audiences.
- Integrate current science-based nutrition issues into food, nutrition, and wellness policies.
- Design and interpret nutrition education research.
- Select and utilize appropriate technology for nutrition education and foodservice operations.
- Perform the variety of responsibilities for operating successful school nutrition programs.
- Complete the eligibility requirements to sit for the School Nutrition Association’s School Nutrition Specialists Credentialing Exam.
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