Sport Nutrition and Dietary Supplementation Graduate Certificate

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The topics of sport nutrition and dietary supplementation continue to gain momentum in the research world, as well as in clinical practice. Multiple peer-reviewed scientific journals are now dedicated to presenting literature specific to the area of sport nutrition. The same is true for the study of dietary supplementation.

The graduate certificate in Sport Nutrition and Dietary Supplementation is particularly useful for registered dietitians/nutritionists, strength and conditioning coaches, personal trainers, and healthcare providers (e.g., nurses, pharmacists) who may receive questions from athletes and/or patients specific to the topics of sport nutrition and dietary supplementation.

Program Requirements

Consisting of 12 credit hours, students complete three required courses (each consisting of 3 credit hours), with a choice for the final three credit hours. All courses are delivered online and can be completed in any sequence.

Required Courses
NUTR 7000 - Sport Nutrition ** Credit Hours: (3)
NUTR 7001 - Nutraceuticals and Dietary Sup ** Credit Hours: (3)
NUTR 7002 - Exer & Nutrition Immunology ** Credit Hours: (3)
Three additional credit hours will be completed by choosing from the following options:
NUTR 7003 - Practicum in Sport Nutrition ** Credit Hours: (3)
ESMS 7202 - Phys Ex Mtbolc/Cardresp** Credit Hours: (3)
HPRO 7780 - Health Counseling ** Credit Hours: (3)
NOTE: NUTR 7003 consists of credit provided through the Experiential Learning Credit (ELC) program. See www.memphis.edu/innovation/elc/experiential_learning.php

Students should complete a minimum of 250 hours of sport nutrition counseling experience to satisfy this ELC requirement. This may include one-on-one or group counseling. Students may perform this work independently with clients or under the supervision of a mentor/employer. Two verification statements from employers or other individuals who can confirm that the 250 hours of counseling was performed satisfactorily are required. In addition, students must complete a written summary of the work that was performed, documenting the work in detail. The summary should be detailed and complete but should not exceed two written pages.