Program Curriculum
During the Master of Science in Dietetics Program, development of competencies in general dietetics is emphasized including clinical dietetics, food service administration, and community nutrition. The program’s concentration is medical nutrition therapy and management in dietetics practice. Supervised practice through establishment of a working relationship with registered dietitians is emphasized. Seminars, lectures, and classes complement the student’s practical experiences.
Degree Plan for the Class of 2025
The following 36 credits are required in the program:
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 Hours | 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 | Practicum in Administrative Dietetics | 6 |
| Total Hours | 11 |
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 |
| DIET 53342 | Sports Nutrition | 2 |
| Total Hours | 13 |
Year Two Summer
| Course ID | Course Title | Semester Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DIET 52432 | Principles of Nutrition Support | 2 |
| DIET 52433 | Pediatric Nutrition | 3 |
| DIET 52441 | Professional Development II | 1 |
| Total Hours | 6 |
Curriculum Summary
| Semester | Hours |
|---|---|
| Year One Summer | 6 |
| Year One Fall | 11 |
| Year One Spring | 13 |
| Year Two Summer | 6 |
| Total Program Hours | 36 |
Graduation and Program Completion Requirements
Students must do the following in order to successfully complete the program:
- Pass all required courses in the program with a 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 and CAVHS systems 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.
Textbooks
The list of required textbooks is published on the UAMS Bookstore website in compliance with State of Arkansas General Assembly Act 175 of the 2007 Regular Session.
