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The Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Sciences degree is designed to prepare students for the health care field with an evidence-based approach to nutrition and dietetics and medical nutrition therapy. Nutrition Sciences programs are student-focused with contact hours provided through lecture-based courses, laboratory courses, and field experiences supervised by Registered Dietitians Nutritionists. Summer and part-time work, or volunteer experiences in the profession, are encouraged to help bolster a competitive application for the dietetic internship. Nutrition and dietetics professionals have a unique knowledge of the science and art of nutrition. The blend of scientific knowledge and social and cultural factors influencing what people eat enables Registered Dietitians Nutritionists to assist individuals in health promotion, disease prevention, and disease management.

Available Options

  • Dietetics Concentration

    This general program will allow students to meet all Didactic Program in Nutrition and Dietetics (DPND) requirements.

  • Sports Nutrition Concentration

    This concentration allows the students to take specialized courses in sports nutrition and kinesiology. Students in this concentration will meet DPND requirements.

  • Pre-Professional Concentration

Accreditation

For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please head over to Academic Program Accreditations.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Use the knowledge and skill gained during the DPND to demonstrate the abilities needed for success in the dietetics field.
  2. Demonstrate competence in various educational and professional activities.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to work with a diverse population.

Career Possibilities

Nutrition Sciences graduates are prepared to work in clinical dietetics as interns and graduate students under the supervision of licensed RDNs. Some may also enjoy helping professional or recreational athletes in sports ranging from sprinting to stock car racing as Licensed and Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs). Others may find employment in health clubs, spas, or neighborhood gyms. Others may work in food service for corporations, schools, airlines and the military. Those with inquiring minds may prefer the laboratory, conducting experiments for quality assurance departments, new products for offices or drug companies to delineate metabolic pathways. Some of the major areas (with application eligibility immediately after graduating) include:

  • Diet Technician, Registered (DTR/NDTR)
  • Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)
  • WIC Nutrition Educator
  • Dietary Aide
  • Pair with a Fitness Specialization such as a CPT from ACSM, NATA or NSCA
  • Research

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Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Sciences

Dietetics Concentration

Sports Nutrition Concentration

Pre-Professional Concentration

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Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences

The department of kinesiology and nutrition sciences within the School of Integrated Health Sciences provides a high-quality educational experience in the areas of kinesiology, nutrition sciences, and athletic training. Students receive rigorous classroom instruction aided by computer and multimedia instruction, practical laboratory immersion, and clinical experiences.

Website
https://www.unlv.edu/kns
Email
kns@unlv.edu
Phone
702-895-0996
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School of Integrated Health Sciences

With many degree offerings that are accredited by national organizations, the School of Integrated Health Sciences offers dynamic classroom instruction, laboratory/clinical practice, research, and mentoring. Our students develop skills that help them break into health-related fields and further their graduate or professional studies.

Website
https://www.unlv.edu/integratedhealth
Email
integratedhealthsciences@unlv.edu
Phone
702-895-3693
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