Program Overview

Sacred Heart’s master’s degree in human clinical nutrition (MSNU) prepares students for careers in federal or state agencies, private industry, research, public health or academic settings. This unique clinical education offers dynamic coursework in conjunction with clinical placements and service learning opportunities, focusing on a holistic approach to nutrition in preventing and treating disease.

Consisting of 34 credits over six trimesters, this part-time, online program of study can be completed in two calendar years. Upon degree completion, graduates will be qualified to work as practicing nutritionists and will also be eligible to sit for the Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) board examination. The MSNU can be earned as an additional certification for other licensed health-care professionals.

SHU will apply to the Accreditation Council for Nutrition Professional Education (ACPNE). ACPNE accredits master’s-degree clinical programs in nutrition to enhance the quality of learning by setting standards for knowledge and skills needed to practice advanced nutrition care safely and effectively.