Graduate Certificate in Sports Nutrition

The Gradate Certificate in Sports Nutrition prepares students for careers with an interest in sports nutrition. The 9-credit hour program covers topics related to basic sports nutrition, sports supplements, and ergogenic aids, in addition to current perspectives in nutrition. Completion of the certificate would help to prepare students to take the International Society of Sports Nutrition Certified Sports Nutritionist Exam. Students may also consider a full Master’s of Science in Exercise and Nutrition Science.

Admission Requirements:
• Completed Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Recommended 3.0 or above GPA
• Resume and recommendation letters
• Pre-requisite courses:
  Anatomy/Physiology or Exercise Physiology, Basic Nutrition

Certificate Requirements

Graduate Certificate in Sports Nutrition Course Requirements List:

HSC 637Sports Nutrition

3

HSC 627Sports Supplements and Ergogenic Aids

3

HSC 635Special Topics in Exercise and Nutrition Science

3

or

ESC 607Exercise and Nutrition Science Theory

3

Total Credit Hours:9
Students have a choice to take HSC 635 or ESC 607.