Curriculum for the Master of Science in Dietetics Program

The Master of Science in Dietetics Program requires a minimum of 36 graduate semester credit hours for completion. The curriculum is designed to be completed in four semesters, or approximately 15 months.

This coursework represents a minimum of 1,000 hours of practicum coursework in clinical, administrative and community supervised practice experiences.

While in the program, a minimum of 40 hours per week is spent in practicum and didactic coursework. Additional time is required to complete assignments and projects.

During the Master of Science in Dietetics Program, the development of competencies in general dietetics is emphasized including clinical dietetics, food service administration, and community nutrition. Supervised practice through the establishment of a working relationship with registered dietitians is emphasized. Seminars, lectures, and classes complement the student’s practical experiences.

The following sample degree plan demonstrates a program that meets the credit minimum.

Year One Summer

Course ID	Course Title	Semester Credit Hours
DIET 51132	Nutrition Research and Statistical Methods	2
DIET 51142	Macronutrients	2
DIET 51152	Nutrition Education and Counseling	2
Total		6

Year One Fall

Course ID	Course Title	Semester Credit Hours
DIET 51232	Nutrition Capstone Project	1
DIET 51234	Advanced Clinical Dietetics	4
DIET 51336	Food Service Management	3
DIET 54301	Practicum in Community Dietetics	1
NUTR 51173	Community Nutrition	3
Total		12

Year One Spring

Course ID	Course Title	Semester Credit Hours
DIET 51232	Nutrition Capstone Project	1
DIET 51236	Practicum in Clinical Dietetics	6
DIET 51332	Micronutrients	3
DIET 51341	Professional Development I	1
Total		11

Year Two Summer

Required Courses

Students will register for all three of these courses.

Course ID	Course Title	Semester Credit Hours
DIET 52432	Principles of Nutrition Support	2
DIET 52441	Professional Development II	1
DIET 54401	Advanced Dietetics Practicum	1
Total		4

Elective Courses

Students will also register for one of these courses.

Course ID	Course Title	Semester Credit Hours
DIET 52433	Pediatric Nutrition	3
DIET 53342	Sports Nutrition	3
Total		3

Curriculum Summary

Semester	Semester Credit Hours
Year One Summer	6
Year One Fall	12
Year One Spring	11
Year Two Summer	7
Total	36

A letter grade of B or better in each course is required for the student to progress in the program.

All students in the UAMS College of Health Professions must complete all Interprofessional Education activities.

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Students must meet the following requirements to complete the Master of Science in Dietetics Program.

• Pass all required courses in the program with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Demonstrate all competencies and complete all assignments for the supervised practice rotations within the practicum courses.
• Score at least 80% on all rotation examinations.
• Complete the procedures for processing out of the UAMS Health system once the supervised practice experiences within the practicum course are complete.
• Successfully complete two weeks of clinical staffing in the spring semester that includes a passing evaluation from the preceptor and completion of the case study assignment following the criteria outlined by the faculty.
• Participate in the departmental and campus-wide graduation ceremonies.

The list of required textbooks is published on the UAMS Bookstore website in compliance with Arkansas Code Annotated section 6-60-601.