2026-2027 University Catalog
Nutrition Science BS, Dietetics Specialization
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The dietetics specialization is a program accredited by the Accreditation Council Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). ACEND, 120 South Riverside Plaza Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, 800-877-1600, ext. 5400). ACEND is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and the United States Department of Education. Completion of this program qualifies the student to apply for admission to an ACEND accredited Supervised Practice Experience, also known as a dietetic internship. Following this the student is eligible to sit for the registration examination. Passing the registration exam qualifies the graduate to become a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).
Program Requirements
In addition to successfully completing all of the pre-specialization courses, applicants to this specialization must have CWU/Transfer combined GPA of at least 3.0 at the time of application and a GPA in all of the pre-major classes of 3.0. Students planning on entering the dietetics specialization are encouraged to declare their major in the BS nutrition science with a foods and nutrition specialization as early in their studies as possible so that they may be assigned a major advisor and receive proper advising in this field.
Chemistry Requirements
The requirement for CHEM 111, 111LAB, Introduction to Chemistry and Laboratory, may be met by satisfactorily completing CHEM 181, 181LAB, 182, 182LAB, and 183, 183LAB General Chemistry and Laboratory. The requirement for CHEM 112, 112LAB, Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Laboratory, may be met by satisfactorily completing CHEM 361, 361LAB, 362, and 363 Organic Chemistry and Laboratory. The requirement for CHEM 113, 113LAB, Introduction to Biochemistry, may be met by satisfactorily completing CHEM 431, 431LAB and 432, Biochemistry and Laboratory.
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Nutrition Science Core
The bachelor of science in nutrition science prepares students for employment or advanced study in one of several professions in the broad area of foods and nutrition. To complete degree requirements, students must complete the required core courses listed below. Students must also complete courses listed in their chosen specialization (dietetics (D), nutrition science (NS)). Admission Requirements
Students wishing to attain full admission to the BS in nutrition science major must meet the following requirements: - Successful completion of NUTR 101, Introduction to Human Nutrition, NUTR 240, Introduction to Foods and NUTR 240LAB, Introduction to Foods Laboratory with a grade of B (3.0) or higher.
- Students must receive a grade of C (2.0) or higher in all of the other major courses.
In addition to the requirements listed above, students wishing to enter any of the nutrition science specializations must successfully complete CHEM 111, Introduction to Chemistry, CHEM 111LAB, Chemistry Laboratory or CHEM 181, General Chemistry I and CHEM 181LAB, General Chemistry Laboratory I, and MATH 100C, Intermediate Algebra, or their equivalents, before being admitted to the major. Students must consult with a major advisor for approval of the program specialization. Students are highly encouraged to complete at least five credits of NUTR 490, Cooperative Education. Program Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: - Effectively communicate through a wide variety of modalities (group presentations, individual counseling and education, media presentations, etc….) (all degrees and specializations).
- Apply the basic sciences of biology and chemistry within nutritional care and education processes (D, NS).
- Demonstrate basic fundamentals of the research process (D, NS).
- Effectively communicate knowledge of the science of foods, processing on commercial and consumer scales, food safety and sanitation issues, food delivery and production systems, and factors that affect food selection (D, FN).
- Apply the knowledge of the science of nutrition including the assessment of health status, influence of age and physiological state on nutritional needs, nutritional therapy of those in disease or injured states, and the use of dietary supplements and methods of complementary medicine (ND, NS).
- Apply management theories and principals including organizational change theory, human resource management, risk management, quality improvement, information management, and financial management within nutrition care and education processes(D, FN).
Select either:
HESC 360 is preferred. Pre-Specialization Major Requirements Credits: 16
Prior to being admitted into the dietetics specialization, students shall apply to the BS in nutrition science major with a specialization in foods and nutrition and must then complete the core requirements plus the following courses: Anatomy and Physiology Credits: 10-11
Additional Courses Credits: 56
In addition to successfully completing all of the pre-specialization courses, applicants to this specialization must have CWU/Transfer combined GPA of at least 3.0 at the time of application and a GPA in all of the pre-major classes of 3.0. Students planning on entering the dietetics specialization are encouraged to declare their major in the BS nutrition science with a foods and nutrition specialization as early in their studies as possible so that they may be assigned a major advisor and receive proper advising in this field. |
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