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 637 | Sports Nutrition | 3 |
| HSC 627 | Sports Supplements and Ergogenic Aids | 3 |
| HSC 635 | Special Topics in Exercise and Nutrition Science | 3 |
| | or | |
| ESC 607 | Exercise and Nutrition Science Theory | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |