Certificate in Nutritional Science
Course Overview
This nutrition certificate is a 6-month online program designed to provide a solid foundation in the principles of nutrition and its role in health and disease prevention. The curriculum spread over 4 units (12 credit hours) covers critical topics such as :
- Food and Nutrition Across the Lifespan
- Medical Nutrition in the Care and Prevention of Disease
- Chronic Inflammation and Metabolic Syndrome
- Complementary Nutrition
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
NTR 510 |
Food and Nutrition Across the Lifespan |
NTR 511 |
Medical Nutrition in the Care and Prevention of Disease |
NTR 524 |
Chronic Inflammation and Metabolic Syndrome: The Common Pathway for Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes |
NTR 525 |
Complementary Nutrition |
Bachelor degree holders with a minimum GPA of 3.00
| Exam | Score Range | English Course Requirement |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL* |
100+ |
Direct Entry – you will be eligible for admission without further English study. |
TOEFL* |
80-99 |
Required to take EGAA or ELP 8-week course. |
IELTS |
7.5+ |
Direct Entry – you will be eligible for admission without further English study. |
IELTS |
6.5-7.0 |
Required to take EGAA or ELP 8-week course. |
PTE |
68+ |
Direct Entry – you will be eligible for admission without further English study. |
PTE |
60-67 |
Required to take EGAA or ELP 8-week course. |
Duolingo |
125+ |
Direct Entry – you will be eligible for admission without further English study. |
Duolingo |
105-124 |
Required to take EGAA or ELP 8-week course. |
Master of Science in Nutritional Science
Upon successfully earning the certificate from IHM Australia, students will move on to the Master of Science in Nutritional Science program at Arizona State University (ASU). This 12-month program, consisting of 5 courses (30 credit hours), offers an in-depth study of advanced nutritional science topics, such as clinical nutrition, research methods, and disease prevention. ASU’s curriculum is tailored to develop professionals who are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to address nutrition-related health challenges across a wide range of populations and healthcare environments.
The program includes courses such as Research Methods, Advanced Nutritional Interventions, and a range of electives that enable students to specialize in areas like Complementary Nutrition or Nutrition in Chronic Disease Management. Upon graduation, students are well-prepared to pursue careers in clinical nutrition, research, public health, or continue with advanced studies in healthcare and nutrition.