Program Coordinator:  Melissa Halas-Liang, MA, RD, CDE

The Online Professional Certificate in Nutrition for Optimal Health, Wellness and Sports provides an in-depth examination of contemporary nutritional topics such as meal planning analysis, functional food implementation, antioxidants, public nutrition, sports nutrition, supplementation, weight management, and developing a personalized meal plan. 

Content and curriculum within each course in the program will prepare allied health/fitness professionals and Registered Dietitians to better apply their client’s health history, goals and abilities to take steps toward optimal nutritional health. 

Certificate Structure   Module 1: Course 1: Nutrition and You: Functional Foods Course 2: Weight Management and Nutrition in the Lifecycle     Module 2:   Course 3: Introduction to Sports Nutrition and Performance Course 4: Public Nutrition and Wellness Education

 

Certificate Format

The certificate program's required four core courses have been designed to be completed in as little as three months or students have up to two-years if necessary. 

• The On-line Certificate program format has been designed to be taken in two consecutive modules. 
• Students may elect to enroll in courses one at a time, as they are offered.
• Students are provided with 8 weeks of access per course.
• Courses are offered in an OPEN ENROLLMENT format, meaning students can register and begin courses at any time.