Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition – Dietetics

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Degree: Bachelor of Science
Major: Nutrition – Dietetics Track
Hours: 120

Bachelor of Science - NDHA: Dietetics Track

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Degree Description

The Lamar University Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition - Dietetics Track will prepare and qualify you to apply for and complete an ACEND-accredited internship program (IP) in nutrition and dietetics. You'll take courses in general nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, nutrition through the life cycle, nutritional biochemistry, food science and food service management.

Why Study Dietetics at Lamar?

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition - Dietetics Track at Lamar University is accredited through ACEND, the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics. After successfully completing the IP and passing the registration exam, you will become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).

Watch the faculty interview to learn more about this program and the Department of Nutrition, Hospitality & Human Services (NHHS).

Required Courses

Dietitian Internship

Scholarships

Career Paths

Students who study under the Nutrition and Dietetics faculty at Lamar are preparing for a career that Money magazine recently rated as one of the top 3 “jobs for saving the world.” Demand has been and will continue to be significant, as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has estimated that the job market in this area should grow about 7-13% over the next 5-7 years. In this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills required toward the goal of becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). Alternatively, Nutrition is a flexible degree plan designed for you if you wish to tailor your study to meet a variety of career goals.