Program Overview

Clinical Nutrition Program

The Clinical Nutrition program is designed for individuals who want to make a difference in the health and lives of people. Nutritionists help people live healthier lives and manage common diseases by educating and guiding them in healthy and/or therapeutic diets. They work in hospitals or other clinical settings, public health, government-funded nutrition programs, food companies, and the private sector. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Major Requirements

During the first two years of study, students will complete a series of foundation courses in natural science and social science. At the upper division level, students will take nutrition classes equivalent to those required for the nutrition science major, but they will also study subjects such as food service management, education, sociology, and communication skills to prepare for work with the public.

Degree Outcomes

The Clinical Nutrition program prepares students for careers in various fields, including:

• Registered Dietitian
• Nutrition Educator
• Food and Drug Investigator
• Food Safety Specialist
• Nutrition Policy Analyst
• Dietetic Technician
• Food Service Director
• Health and Wellness Educator
• Nurse

Graduate Study

Graduates of the Clinical Nutrition program may pursue further education in fields such as:

• Nutritional biology
• Nutrition and dietetics
• Human development and psychology
• Medicine
• Business

Alumni Employers

Some notable employers of Clinical Nutrition alumni include:

• UC Davis Medical Center
• Yolo County Women, Infants, Children (WIC) Program
• CalFresh
• Dairy Council of California
• Center for Discovery Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Related Degrees

Related programs include:

• Nutrition Science
• Food Science
• Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems

Program Opportunities

The Clinical Nutrition program offers various opportunities, including:

• Internship opportunities
• Research projects and labs
• Global learning programs
• Undergraduate research opportunities
• Career connections and resources to help students connect their major to a career.