This program is intended for the student who has earned a bachelor's degree and who desires to earn a master's degree with a focus on concepts of holistic nutrition. Of the elements of traditional naturopathy: sunlight, water, movement and rest, air, and food, this program expands on the study of whole foods nutrition and the practitioner skills for a career in the holistic nutrition field.
Program Objectives
- Provide the student with an in-depth study of holistic nutrition in the areas of human physiology; digestion; biochemical individuality; food, vitamin, drug, and herbal interactions; clinical nutrition; community nutrition; and integrated weight management approaches.
- Enable the student to develop practical critical thinking and interpersonal skills applicable to real-world problems.
- Nurture the student's knowledge concerning issues of holistic nutrition, especially with regard to employing competent problem solving approaches to holistic nutrition and focusing on continued learning as the field unfolds.
- Prepare the student to teach others about holistic nutrition and healthy living.
- Allow the student to explore a wide array of holistic nutrition curricula to emphasize areas of interest.
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Quality Standards Certified
Clayton College has been awarded the Quality Standards Certification by the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA), the nation's premier distance learning professional association. USDLA/QS certification is "a standards based program that recognizes excellence across a range of distance learning settings," according to Dr. John Flores, USDLA Chief Executive Officer. Clayton College is certified as an Alternative and Continuing Education provider under the Quality Standards program. |
