School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Departmental E-mail: jopalka [at] iupui [dot] edu

Departmental URL: http://shrs.iupui.edu/nutrition_dietetics/

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Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

The program is located at the IUPUI campus in Indianapolis and utilizes facilities throughout central Indiana. The purpose of the program is to provide an opportunity for Registered Dietitians to deepen their knowledge base and practice skills, particularly in the area of clinical nutrition. The curricu­lum is designed for the student who has a special interest in the nutritional requirements and provision of nutrition therapy in acute and chronic conditions, or the care of special popula­tions, such as pre-term infants. Program affiliations throughout central Indiana provide the opportunity for the student to work with patient populations in both outpatient and inpatient set­tings, as well as with the general public. Students may special­ize in either adult or pediatric nutrition.

Degree Requirements

To earn the M.S. degree, a minimum of 36 credit hours at the graduate level are required. Candidates for this degree may pe­tition to apply up to 8 credit hours of graduate work from other institutions or programs to this degree.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, a minimum grade point average of B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) overall, an appropriate level of achievement on the Graduate Record Examination, a current dietetic registration status and three letters of recommen­dation addressed to the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics.

The applicant must complete the Online Graduate and Professional Admissions application and submit two copies of transcripts from all universities attended. Indiana Univer­sity graduates should request that the Registrar’s Office send unofficial copies of their transcript. Non–Indiana University graduates must submit at least one official transcript from each university attended. Proof of current dietetic registration status is required. A nonrefundable application fee is re­quired. Application information may be obtained by writing or emailing the Director of Student Enrollment Services in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the following address:

Joshua D. Morrison
Director of Student Enrollment Services Specialist
School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis
1140 W. Michigan Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202-5119
josjomar@iupui.edu

Grade Requirement

A minimum of a 3.0 (B) grade point average in graduate work is required for continuance in graduate study. When the grade point average of a student falls below 3.0 or the student is not making sufficient progress toward the degree, the Graduate Studies Committee will review the student’s record and recom­mend to the dean that the student be placed on probation. Unless the student achieves a 3.0 grade point average or begins making satisfactory progress, in the next semester of enroll­ment, the student will not ordinarily be allowed to continue in the graduate program. For more information about academic regulations, contact the program director.

Thesis

Students may elect to complete a thesis or a project. Contact the graduate advisor for details.

Curriculum

Degree Requirements for the Thesis and Non-Thesis Options in the M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics are listed below.

Requirements

Core Courses (19-21 credits)

Science Requirement (7-9 cr.)

• BIOC B500 Biochemistry (3 cr.) 
• BIOL 556 Physiology I (3 cr.) and
• BIOL 557 Physiology II (3 cr.)

       OR

• PHSL F503 Human Physiology (4 cr.) 

Statistics and Research Methods (12 cr.)

• NURS R505 Measurement and Data Analysis (3 cr.)
• PBHL P651 Biostatistics for Public Health (3 cr.)
• SHRS N563 Research Methods in Nutrition and Dietetics (3 cr.) OR
• SHRS W520 Evidence Based Critical Inquiry in the Health Sciences** (3 cr.) OR
• GRAD G610 Topics in Translational and Implementation Research (3 cr.) 
• SHRS N598 Research in Nutrition (6 cr.)

Pediatric Nutrition Option (15-17 cr.)

• SHRS N550 Human Nutritional Pathophysiology I (3 cr.)
• SHRS N570 Pediatric Nutrition (3 cr.)
• SHRS N572 Advanced Pediatric Nutrition (3 cr.)
• SHRS N576 Leadership Development in Pediatric Nutrition (3 cr.)
• SHRS N574 Nutrition Management of High Risk Neonates and Infants (3 cr.) OR
• SHRS N596 Clinical Dietetics (3 cr.)
• Electives 0-2 credits

Adult Nutrition Option (15-17 cr.)

• SHRS N550 Human Nutritional Pathophysiology I (3 cr.)
• SHRS N552 Human Nutritional Pathophysiology II (3 cr.)
• Electives 9-11 credits

Total 36 (for both options)

E-Learning Graduate Certificate in Pediatric Nutrition Program

This e-learning certificate requires completion of 12 credits (four courses) and provides registered dietitians with specialized pediatric nutrition knowledge, clinical and leadership skills in pediatric health care. The e-learning certifi­cate course work applies to the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics degree.

Course Requirements

SHRS N570 Pediatric Nutrition (3 credits)
SHRS N572 Advanced Pediatric Nutrition (3 credits)
SHRS N576 Leadership Development in Pediatric Nutrition (3 credits)

One of the following:

SHRS N574 Nutrition Management of High Risk Neonates and Infants (3 credits)
SHRS N596 Clinical Dietetics (3 credits)

Degree Requirements

Students must complete all required course work (the four des­ignated courses) with a grade of B or better. No credits will be accepted from other institutions to fulfill the requirements of the certificate. No undergraduate courses can be used to fulfill the requirements of the certificate.

Admission Requirements and Procedures

Students admitted into the certificate program must meet all requirements of both the Graduate School and the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. The minimum admissions requirements are: bachelor’s degree from an accredited institu­tion, evidence of dietetic registration, and a total undergradu­ate GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale. To be admitted into the certificate program, students must submit the following:

1. Evidence of dietetic registration.
2. Official undergraduate transcripts.
3. 300-500 word personal statement of academic and professional goals.
4. Three letters of recommendation from those familiar with the applicant’s academic and professionalperformance.
5. Application for e-learning certificate program "Leadership in Clinical Pediatric Nutrition."

E-learning Certificate Advisor

Karyl Rickard, 224 Coleman Hall, 1140 West Michigan St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202-5180, (317) 278-0933,
krickard [at] iupui [dot] edu

Department of Nutrition and Dietetics
School of Health and Rehabilitation Services
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
1140 West Michigan St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202-5119