Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Department of Nutrition 2024–2025 243 Master of Science in Nutrition (M.S.) Program Mission The Mission of the Master of Science in Nutrition is to develop a cadre of interprofessional leaders who integrate and promote the role of nutrition in a dynamic and changing global society. Program Goals • Prepare graduates who demonstrate critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems in the nutritional sciences. • Prepare graduates who formulate and communicate nutrition information using effective strategies, advocacy, and integrated systems of care. • Prepare graduates who apply concepts of social influence, cultural competence, and environmental dimensions of nutrition within the community. • Prepare graduates who promote health and well-being throughout the life course by applying knowledge of human metabolism and nutrient functions, assessment techniques, and emerging evidence to inform practice. Academic and Curriculum Policies and Procedures A. General Assessment of Prior Learning The M.S. in Nutrition program follows a transfer credit policy for prior academic learning, which is made available in the program brochure. Upon admission, students must submit a formal written request to apply for transfer credits, which is then referred to the Curriculum Committee for evaluation and approval. Only courses that clearly align with the required student learning outcomes and have not been applied to other degrees or academic outcomes will be allowed up to a maximum of 6 credits. In some cases, a student may petition to waive core requirements in lieu of taking an equally comparable course, if prior learning is satisfied. See nova.edu/tes/graduate/index.html for more information.
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