The M.S. degree for graduates of didactic programs in dietetics (DPD) from Loma Linda University is specifically designed for those who choose not to pursue a standard dietetic internship but who wish to complete a coordinated master's degree and supervised practice experience in order to establish eligibility to write the registration examination for dietitians and become a registered dietitian. This curriculum builds upon didactic course work in nutrition and dietetics and culminates with an M.S. degree and a verification statement covering both didactic and supervised practice requirements.

Learner Outcomes

Upon completion of the MPH in Nutrition, you will be able to:

• Integrate their knowledge of biological mechanisms underlying the effect of food and nutrients on health to the solution of public health problems.

• Function independently and collaboratively as leader or member of a team to plan, manage, and evaluate community-based nutrition promotion activities.

• Critically analyze studies and apply findings to nutrition interventions.
• Scrutinize public policies and processes related to food and nutrition and explore their impact on health outcomes.
• Articulate the role of vegetarian dietary practices on human health, the environment, and ecology.

Possible Careers: The majority of RDs work in the treatment and prevention of disease (administering medical nutrition therapy, often part of medical teams) in hospitals, HMOs, private practice or other health-care facilities. In addition, a large number of RDs work in community and public health settings and academia and research. A growing number of RDs work in the food and nutrition industry, in business, journalism, sports nutrition, and corporate wellness programs. Reference - AND (Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics)