Nutrition and Health

What you will learn

Husson’s fully online Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Health explores the relationship between nutrition and the physical and mental well-being of people and their communities. As a student in this flexible program, you’ll learn about the evidence-based science behind nutrition, how to help people make good dietary choices and meet personal health goals, how to lead community-based advocacy programs, and how public health policies impact communities both big and small. Upon graduating from this program, you’ll be prepared to pursue nutrition and wellness careers in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, nonprofit organizations, schools, government agencies, pharmacies, long-term care facilities and more. 

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*Time to completion varies based on allowable transfer credits from any prior undergraduate coursework. **All rates subject to change. Please see Cost and Aid for more information.

SC 107: Foundations of Functional Fitness, Nutrition and Wellness 

In this course, you will learn about the history of allied and public health and community nutrition, fitness and health science careers. You’ll also explore the nine dimensions of wellness (physical, social, emotional, intellectual, environmental, occupational, spiritual, cultural and financial). Additionally, you'll receive foundational knowledge in basic biology, energy metabolism and chemistry concepts needed for assessments. By the end of this course, you’ll use SMART goal setting to support professional endeavors and understand how to select appropriate baseline assessments for nutrition, fitness and wellness programs. You’ll also learn basic approaches to changing health behavior using population-based analysis and intervention. 

SC 290: Gut Microbes, Diet and Health 

In this course, you will delve into the science of gut health and Nutrigenomics as a predictor of physical and mental well-being. You'll study nutritional interventions like using probiotics, prebiotics and superfoods and their effects on gut health, digestive disorders, and other diseases. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to explain the dynamic microbiome, bacteria/host relationship, identify factors and situations that affect gut health, explain how dietary practices affect disease outcomes, and conduct an analysis of published work regarding dietary interventions. 

PY 320: The Psychology of Nourishment and Wellness 

How individuals define and perceive the terms “wellness” and “nourishment” affects attitudes and outcomes of dietary and self-care practices. In this class, you will study sensory process disorders and eating disorder types, symptoms and treatments, how foods affect mental health, mindfulness practices, and elements of cognitive behavioral therapy. You'll also learn about human motivation as it relates to nourishment and wellness. Through this course, you’ll obtain an intermediate understanding of factors that affect health/wellness perceptions and how those factors influence lifestyle and dietary practices. 

To complete your online Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Health degree, you will be required to earn at least 30 credits at Husson. Reach out to us today if you'd like more information or if you'd like to speak to an enrollment advisor.

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*Student’s curriculum will depend upon which credits are transferred.

Faculty Spotlight

Andrew moore, M.S.

Andrew Moore received his B.S. in Exercise Science from the University of Delaware and his M.S. in Exercise and Sport Studies from William Paterson University. He comes to Husson having previously taught at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Moore has spent the majority of his career working in strength and conditioning having spent seven years training athletes in the private sector in addition to experience coaching at the collegiate level. He has served as a member of the New Jersey state advisory board for the National Strength and Conditioning Association and has spoken at their state clinics multiple times. He holds multiple professional certifications including the CSCS and RSCC certifications through the NSCA. Moore is also certified as a USA Weightlifting coach and has competed as an athlete in the sport of Olympic weightlifting for the past 10 years.

"I strongly believe in the idea that the goal of education should be teaching students how to think rather than what to think.  It takes more than being able to repeat back information to be successful in the professional world and I aim to prepare my students for that reality.  The field of exercise science is always changing and growing and students should be empowered to change and grow with it." - Andrew Moore, M.S.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a BS in nutrition worth it?

If you aspire to serve the nutritional health of others, this degree could be a great fit for your future. With a BS in nutrition you have the opportunity to impact overall health and well-being through your expertise in managing health and wellness outcomes through diet and nutrition. 

Does a nutrition degree require math courses?

Yes, in a bachelor’s degree nutrition degree program there are mathematics courses. Math is a practical aspect of nutrition, and is used directly within nutrition practices and within scientific disciplines such as chemistry that can relate to nutrition. 

How long does it take to earn a nutrition degree?

At the bachelor’s level, it can take around four years to earn a degree in nutrition. At Husson, you can earn your Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Health fully online in as little as two years. 

Are nutritionists high in demand?

Yes, the job field for nutritionists is growing at a faster-than-average pace of seven percent according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The BLS reports that by 2032 an additional 5,200 jobs in this field are projected. 

What is the highest degree you can get in nutrition?

A PhD in Nutrition is the highest degree you can earn in this field of study. You can also earn a degree in nutrition at the associate, bachelor’s, and master’s levels, as well as pursue your Certified Nutrition Specialist Certification (CNA) with some master’s level programs offering pathways to eligibility for this professional credential.

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