NUTR 541 - Applications in Dietetics

Description:
Concepts in clinical and community nutrition as well as food service management and administration. Interviewing and communication; assessing clients for nutritional risk; production and procurement practices; management functions and computer and research applications.

Credits:
(5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Promote effective interpersonal relationships in the practice of dietetics
Utilize computer and other technologies in the practice of dietetics
Participate in design and evaluation of quality management programs
Comply with the Code of ethics and Standards of Practice for the Profession of Dietetics
Provide nutrition care for individuals and groups of all ages through systematic screening, assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, and documentation
Provide nutrition counseling and education to individuals and groups for health promotion, maintenance, treatment, and rehabilitation
Participate in the management of cost effective nutrition care
Assure that foodservice operations meet the food and nutrition needs of target audiences

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/17/2008

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