Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master's of Advanced Practice in Dietetics (MAPD) is an accelerated, non-thesis professional degree designed to help meet the ACEND requirements of a master’s degree for all aspiring registered dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). With a comprehensive curriculum focused on advanced training in dietetics, students can complete the program in as little as one year.

Program Details

• Degree Awarded: Master's of Advanced Practice in Dietetics
• Time Frame: Can be completed in 1 year
• Admission Requirements:
  • Complete a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) prior to applying
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation, a resume, and/or a statement of purpose
• Tuition: $627 per credit
• Credits: 30

Curriculum

The program offers three specializations:

• Clinical Nutrition Specialization:
  • FSHN 453 - Biology of Body Weight Regulation
  • FSHN 515 - Advanced Health Equity
  • FSHN 520 - Advanced Medical Nutrition Therapy
  • FSHN 549 - Advanced Pathophysiology - Nutrition Diseases
  • FSHN 551 - Advanced Nutritional Science - Macronutrients
  • FSHN 552 - Advanced Nutritional Science - Micronutrients
  • FSHN 562 - Nutrition and Dietetics Research
  • FSHN 640 - Selected Topics in Nutritional Epidemiology
  • FSHN 650 A - Recent Developments in Human Nutrition: Topics in Community Nutrition
  • FSHN 660 - Women’s Issues in Lifecycle Nutrition
  • FSHN 690 - Dietetics Graduate Capstone
  • FSHN 692 - Graduate Seminar
• Community Nutrition Specialization:
  • FSHN 515 - Advanced Health Equity
  • FSHN 525 - Nutrition Education Theories and Practice
  • FSHN 551 - Advanced Nutritional Science - Macronutrients
  • FSHN 552 - Advanced Nutritional Science - Micronutrients
  • FSHN 562 - Nutrition and Dietetics Research
  • FSHN 620 - Community Nutrition Planning and Evaluation
  • FSHN 621 - Community Program Evaluation
  • FSHN 628 - Advanced Nutrition Counseling Techniques
  • FSHN 640 - Selected Topics in Nutritional Epidemiology
  • FSHN 650 A - Recent Developments in Human Nutrition: Topics in Community Nutrition
  • FSHN 660 - Women’s Issues in Lifecycle Nutrition
  • FSHN 690 - Dietetics Graduate Capstone
  • FSHN 692 - Graduate Seminar
• Nutrition Counseling Specialization:
  • FSHN 515 - Advanced Health Equity
  • FSHN 520 - Advanced Medical Nutrition Therapy
  • FSHN 525 - Nutrition Education Theories and Practice
  • FSHN 551 - Advanced Nutritional Science - Macronutrients
  • FSHN 552 - Advanced Nutritional Science - Micronutrients
  • FSHN 562 - Nutrition and Dietetics Research
  • FSHN 628 - Advanced Nutrition Counseling Techniques
  • FSHN 629 - Special Topics in Nutrition Counseling
  • FSHN 640 - Selected Topics in Nutritional Epidemiology
  • FSHN 650 A - Recent Developments in Human Nutrition: Topics in Community Nutrition
  • FSHN 690 - Dietetics Graduate Capstone
  • FSHN 692 - Graduate Seminar

Faculty

• Alena Clark: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 25 years of experience in private, community, and clinical practice.
• Michelle Manson: Instructor and content developer specializing in online content development and accessible design.
• Megan Mueller: Research focus on obesity prevention, with an emphasis on children and families.
• James Peth: Assistant professor with a focus on preparing students to address complex issues in public health.
• Brittney Sly: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Assistant Professor, with research focused on addressing malnutrition in rural populations.
• Sarah Stotz: Registered dietitian nutritionist and certified diabetes educator, with research focusing on addressing food and nutrition insecurity.

FAQ

• Is an online master’s degree respected by employers? Yes, as long as the degree is from an accredited and reputable university.
• How long does it take to complete an online master’s degree? This degree can be completed in 1 year, but students do have the opportunity to extend the program to 2 years if interested.
• Can I work while pursuing an online master’s degree? Yes, one of the biggest advantages of online learning is flexibility.
• Does the MAPD include a dietetic internship? No, the MAPD offers a graduate degree only.
• Can I still apply to a dietetic internship after I complete an online master’s degree? Yes.

How to Apply

1. Review Admission Requirements: Program applicants must complete a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) as accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) prior to admission.
2. Prepare Application Materials:

• Official undergraduate transcripts
• Signed DPD verification statement OR proof of current RDN credential
• Two letters of recommendation
• Personal statement

3. Complete Online Application: Priority application deadline is May 15. Final deadline is July 1.
4. Request Transcripts: Official transcripts must be received directly from the originating institution to be considered official.

Application Dates

• Fall semester: May 15 - Priority; July 1 - Final