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1 D E P A R T M E N T O F N U T R I T I O N A L S C I E N C E S it s all about Choices School of Health Related Professions S H R P Graduate Programs in Clinical Nutrition

2 Choices Students who choose UMDNJ's School of Health Related Professions want a University that is exclusively dedicated to healthcare, with state-of-the-art equipment, rigorous coursework, and faculty who care. All of our resources go toward supporting a healthcare educational environment that attracts and nurtures the very best faculty and students. -2-

3 GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN CLINICAL NUTRITION Table of Contents Graduate Programs in Clinical Nutrition Strategic Vision Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition Missions, Goals and Competencies Requirements for Admission Requirements for Graduation Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition Mission, Goals, and Competencies Requirements for Admission Requirements for Graduation Elective Courses Graduate Program Course Descriptions Application Information Non-Matriculated Status Continuing Professional Education Option Financial Aid Program Faculty SHRP Mission Statement UMDNJ Mission Statement

4 GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN CLINICAL NUTRITION DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) - School of Health Related Professions (SHRP) supports the philosophy that learning is life-long; dietetics programs are offered on the preprofessional, master s and doctoral levels. Individuals may also take academic courses for continuing professional education credit. In 1995, SHRP introduced the first master s level program in New Jersey designed exclusively for Registered Dietitians (RDs). This web-based Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition (MSCN) program provides a clinically challenging and rigorous graduate education in nutrition. The program is unique in regards to its distance education options and for advanced-level practice opportunities in clinical, community, public health and management settings. In 2000, the Ph.D. in Health Sciences-Nutrition Track opened. This web-based doctor of philosophy program provides an academically challenging and rigorous doctoral education in research with a focus on nutrition. The program serves to prepare RDs for assuming leadership roles in research, academic, and/or clinical settings. In 2003, SHRP opened the first clinical doctorate program in nutrition (DCN). This web-based program focuses on expert clinical practice assuring that RDs remain integral members of the health care team. The program requires completion of a clinical doctorate residency and an outcomes research project. In addition to the advanced-level MSCN, DCN, and Ph.D. degree options, SHRP has been a long time leader in dietetic education. The Dietetic Internship (DI) has been preparing dietetics professionals for entry-level practice since In 1998, a Coordinated Program (CP) for Dietetic Technicians, Registered (DTRs) wishing to pursue dietetic registration eligibility was added. This brochure addresses the Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition and the Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition programs. Additional information about any of the aforementioned programs can be accessed by visiting the SHRP website: -4-

5 GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN CLINICAL NUTRITION Strategic Vision: The Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition (MSCN) and the Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition (DCN) Programs are models for advanced-level graduate study in clinical nutrition. The programs utilize a web-based platform to educate a diverse group of RD professionals to service the state, nation and communities abroad. Graduates are prepared with critical thinking and scientific skills needed for advanced-level clinical practice, management, research, and leadership roles to respond to the challenges of the 21st century. Graduates are consumers of research and scholarship, able to design, conduct, analyze and publish scientifically sound research and other peer reviewed papers on evidence-based dietetics practice. The program instills an appreciation for interdisciplinary collaboration and education, provides upskilling opportunities to achieve expanded roles in health promotion, disease prevention and intervention for a multi-cultural society. -5-

6 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CLINICAL NUTRITION MSCN Mission Statement: The MSCN is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence through an individualized advanced-level, clinically focused graduate degree program. The program instills an appreciation of lifelong learning, professional leadership and service. It prepares graduates with the advanced knowledge, expanded skills, and intellectual maturity necessary to become progressive, innovative and interprofessional practitioners and leaders in the dynamic health care environment. MSCN Goal Statements The MSCN: 1. Advances knowledge and expands skills necessary to execute the role of innovative and progressive dietetics practitioners; 2. Provides an outcome oriented, student centered approach to graduate education; 3. Promotes collaboration and interdisciplinary education through advanced level courses; 4. Promotes the design, conduct, and analysis of clinical nutrition/dietetics research; 5. Advocates professional leadership and service. MSCN Competencies Upon the completion of the program, graduates will be prepared to: 11. Provide medical nutrition therapy utilizing the Nutrition Care Process model inclusive of standardized language for nutrition diagnosing, assessment, care planning and monitoring of medically complex patients with acute, chronic, and terminal illnesses. 12. Collaborate with health care team members in the interdisciplinary management of specialized nutrition modalities, conditions, and illnesses. 13. Establish nutrition practices for health promotion, disease prevention and management independently or in collaboration with health care provider organizations. 14. Design and conduct dietetics/nutrition research in a variety of settings. 15. Become intelligent, critical consumers of research and scholarly work, able to incorporate the current scientific knowledge and emerging trends in science into practice. 16. Utilize effective management, leadership, and information technology skills to guide dietetics practice into the future. 17. Interpret and apply evidence-based research literature in clinical practice. 18. Design, implement, and evaluate health and medical nutrition therapy interventions in a multi-cultural society. 19. Assume roles as competent upskilled practitioners. 10. Become life-long learners, using self-assessment and continuing education to persistently advance individual knowledge and skills. 11. Comply with the Code of Ethics of the American Dietetic Association and display ethical behavior in practice, education, and scholarly activities. -6-

7 Requirements for Admission into the MSCN Program: Prospective students must be RDs. Application materials include the SHRP application available at an official copy of the transcript for the highest nutrition degree earned, a notarized copy of RD card, a resume, and a letter stating short and long term goals for completing the MSCN Program. All applicants that meet the admission criteria will be scheduled for an interview with select faculty in the UMDNJ Graduate Programs in Clinical Nutrition. Students may apply for admission to the fall or spring semesters. Refer to for deadlines. Graduates of the UMDNJ - SHRP Dietetic Internship and Coordinated Program who maintained a 3.2 GPA in the internship are accepted into the program if they complete all application procedures. Six elective credits from their graduate internship course work may be transferred when the MSCN is started within five years of graduation from the Dietetic Internship. These graduates must submit all application materials except undergraduate transcripts. A letter must be included with the application materials stating the graduation date from UMDNJ. The MSCN program provides advanced-level nutrition education for other health professionals including physicians, physician assistants, dentists, and other allied health professionals on a non-matriculated basis. Program of Study & Graduation Requirements: The MSCN can be completed online on a part or full time basis. Students are required to come to campus in New Jersey a minimum of two times during their coursework. Successful completion of the following courses, totaling 31 credits, is required for graduation. For the current semester schedule visit MSCN Course Requirements for Graduation NUTR 6380 Thesis Seminar 3 credits NUTR 6400 Clinical Management 3 credits NUTR 6480 Applied Clinical Research 4 credits NUTR 6601 Advanced Clinical Nutrition 3 credits NUTR 6609 Subspecialty Clinical Practice 3 credits Health Sciences Electives 6 credits 9 credits 31 credits Health Sciences may include: Pathophysiology (NURS 5104), Applied Physiology (NUTR 6260), Nutrition and Exercise Physiology (NUTR 6270), Vitamin and Mineral Metabolism (NUTR 6300), Nutrition and Pharmacology (NUTR 7510), Human Metabolism and Body Composition (NUTR 7210), graduate level biochemistry, or other sciences as approved by faculty advisor. For a list of elective courses, see page 11 of this brochure. -7-

8 DOCTORATE IN CLINICAL NUTRITION DCN Mission Statement The Doctorate of Clinical Nutrition (DCN) is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence through a clinically focused dietetics practice doctorate program. It prepares graduates with expert-level knowledge and skills, critical thinking proficiency, and aptitude in scientific inquiry to foster the development of innovative, autonomous advanced dietetics practitioners and researchers. The program emphasizes interprofessional collaboration through coursework and a student focused clinical residency. The curriculum integrates evidence-based practice in nutrition and dietetics which provides the foundation for graduates to complete an outcomes research project. DCN Goal Statements The DCN: 1. Provides an in-depth study of clinical nutrition and evidence based practice through cutting-edge coursework and a clinical practice residency to prepare graduates to assume the role of an advanced-level dietetics practitioner. 2. Prepares graduates to be able to design, conduct, and analyze clinical outcomes research in diverse settings. 3. Develops experts in evidence-based nutrition practice using clinical reasoning and scientific inquiry. 4. Fosters professional leadership, service, and scholarly efforts. DCN Competencies Upon completion of the program, graduates will be prepared to: Practice: 1. Practice as an advanced dietetics practitioner for individuals, communities, and/or clinical populations with expert-level competency in assessment, diagnosis, implementation and evaluation of clinical nutrition care plans using the Nutrition Care Process model, standardized language, and evidence-based practice guidelines. 2. Conduct a comprehensive nutrition-focused physical assessment and interpret results relative to nutritional well-being using nutritional diagnostic reasoning and standardized language. 3. Incorporate knowledge of body composition and nutritional physiology to guide clinical decision making in the assessment of healthy and medically complex patients with acute, chronic and terminal illnesses. 4. Assimilate knowledge of drug-nutrient, and drug-dietary supplement interactions and associated pharmokinetics and pharmacodynamics in patient care. 5. Apply a global perspective to professional practice by incorporating scientific, clinical and cultural implications of food and nutrition into clinical practice. -8-

9 16. Apply critical thinking skills in communication, information management, problem solving and resource utilization to foster professional autonomy in clinical practice. 17. Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team, industry and academia as the nutrition expert. 18. Mentor and teach clinical nutrition practice to students and colleagues across diverse health care arenas. 19. Analyze current nutritional interventions using an evidence-based approach. 10. Become life-long learners, using self-assessment and continuing education to continuously advance individual knowledge and skills. 11. Comply with the Code of Ethics of the American Dietetic Association and display ethical behavior in practice, education, and scholarly activities. Research: 1. Demonstrate competence in the interpretation and critique of scientific healthcare literature using an evidence analysis approach; apply and integrate findings into practice settings. 2. Design, conduct, analyze, and author papers on clinical nutrition outcomes research. 3. Present and defend research findings to professional audiences and develop a manuscript worthy of publication to a peer reviewed journal. Requirements for Admission into the Doctorate of Clinical Nutrition Applicants must have the RD credential, a master s degree, preferably in nutrition or a health related field (with a minimum GPA of 3.4) and have at least three years of professional experience as a clinical RD. All applicants that meet the admission criteria will be scheduled for an interview with select faculty in the UMDNJ Graduate Programs in Clinical Nutrition. Application materials for submission include a SHRP application available at a letter stating short and long term goals for completing the DCN, a notarized copy of RD card, a resume, and transcripts from the highest degree earned. If the highest degree is not in nutrition, the transcripts from the nutrition degree must be included. Applicants who are foreign-trained must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and must submit an official copy of a transcript evaluation prepared by a recognized transcript evaluation agency such as: World Education Services Inc., PO Box 5087, Bowling Green Station, New York, NY, , ; or similar transcript evaluation service. Foreigntrained applicants who have completed a master s degree in the U.S. are eligible for a waiver from this requirement. -9-

10 Program of Study & Graduation Requirements The 51-credit program taken on a part-time basis (9 to 15 credits per year) generally takes approximately four to five years to complete, depending on semester credit loads. UMDNJ-SHRP graduates of the MSCN program who enter the DCN within five years of graduation from the MSCN may be eligible to receive credit for courses taken in the MSCN program that are part of the DCN curriculum. Individuals with another master s degree or prior master s level coursework completed within the past five years may request a review of courses for credit. Portfolio assessment credit may be applied and granted for professional experience if it coincides with the content of one or more of the DCN courses. Once students have successfully defended their pilot research in NUTR 6380 and all other coursework, they can enroll in NUTR 7009 Clinical Practice Residency and NUTR 7481 Clinical Nutrition Research Methods. Students are required to come to campus in New Jersey a minimum of three times over the course of their study. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.0 ( B or higher) throughout the program. Students whose performance in the clinical practice residency falls below a B grade may be scheduled for additional residency time to successfully meet the program competencies. Successful completion of the following courses, totaling 51 credits is required for graduation. For current semester schedule visit: DCN Course Requirements for Graduation NUTR 6260 Applied Physiology 3 credits NUTR 6300 Vitamin and Mineral Metabolism 3 credits NUTR 6380 Thesis Seminar 3 credits NUTR 6400 Clinical Management 3 credits NUTR 6480 Applied Clinical Research 4 credits NUTR 6601 Advanced Clinical Nutrition 3 credits NUTR 7009 Clinical Practice Residency 5 credits NUTR 7210 Human Metabolism & Body Composition 3 credits NUTR 7320 Advanced Clinical Nutrition Seminar 3 credits NUTR 7481 Clinical Nutrition Research Methods 3 credits NUTR 7482 Clinical Research Seminar 3 credits NUTR 7510 Nutrition and Pharmacology 3 credits PCAR 7115 Complementary & Alternative Medicine Seminar 3 credits Electives 9 credits 51 credits For a list of elective courses, see page 11 of this brochure. -10-

11 ELECTIVE COURSES All courses are 3 graduate credits unless otherwise indicated.* Course Title Course Number Independent Study (1 to 3 credits) NUTR 6000 Lactation Education NUTR 6120 Applied Physiology NUTR 6260 Nutrition & Exercise Physiology NUTR 6270 Pediatric Nutrition NUTR 6310 Nutrition and Aging NUTR 6420 Nutrition Assessment of the Older Adult NUTR 6440 Cultural Issues Influencing Health NUTR 6500 Ethical Issues in Health Care Practice NUTR 6505 Current Nutrition Issues in Health Care NUTR 6510 Nutritional Genomics for Practitioners NUTR 6820 Current Issues in Nutrition NUTR 7110 Human Metabolism and Body Composition NUTR 7210 Nutrition and Behavior Management NUTR 7512 Advanced Technological Applications in Dietetics NUTR 7310 Advanced Clinical Nutrition Seminar NUTR 7320 Nutrition and Pharmacology NUTR 7510 Women s Health PCAR 7410 Complementary & Alternative Medicine Seminar PCAR 7115 Pathophysiology NURS 5104 Information Mgmt & Communication Technologies IDST 5000 Multidisciplinary Dimensions of Clinical Systems Mgmt. IDST 5100 Health Services Issues & Trends IDST 5110 Teaching in the Health Professions IDST 5140 Curriculum Development in Health Professions Education IDST 5210 Management and Leadership in Health Professions Education IDST 5240 Managing Disease in Older Adults IDST 5310 Social and Health Care Policy for Older Adults IDST 5320 Approaches to the Older Adult IDST 5330 Strategic Planning and the Management of Health Systems IDST 6110 Evidence Based Literature Review IDST 6400 Health Care Information Systems BINF 5005 Clinical Problem Solving and Decision Making BINF 5125 Interactive Learning Systems for Health Sciences BINF 5312 Clinical Information Systems Design BINF 5403 *Note: 7000 level courses are for students in the DCN or Ph.D. programs. Master s level students may enroll in these courses with permission from their advisor and the course director. Course Codes: BINF: SHRP Department of Health Informatics IDST: SHRP Department of Interdisciplinary Studies NUTR: SHRP Department of Nutritional Sciences NURS: School of Nursing PCAR: SHRP Department of Primary Care -11-

12 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS All courses are 3 credits and web-based unless otherwise noted. NUTR 6000 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3 credits) Opportunities for directed inquiry into a problem or population of practical or theoretical importance to dietetic practice are available. Experiences may include serving as a research or teaching assistant or developing a project. NUTR 6120 Lactation Education Didactic and simulated clinical case-based learning via an interdisciplinary approach to breastfeeding education and promotion. The physiological, psychosocial, immunologic and economic benefits of breastfeeding to the infant and mother are covered in the course. Strategies for breastfeeding education during pregnancy, infancy and beyond infancy are addressed in normal and medically challenged situations. NUTR 6260 Applied Physiology (includes 3-day in-person workshop) This course provides an introduction to physical and diagnostic assessment of health status. Physical assessment competencies to be attained at the novice level include: assessment of body composition, measurement of vital signs, physical assessment of fluid status, assessment of normal breath and heart sounds, intra- and extra-oral assessment, dysphagia screening, and clinical assessment of nutrition status. The inperson workshop includes discussion and demonstration of techniques and practice under expert supervision. NUTR 6270 Nutrition and Exercise Physiology This seminar focuses on the interaction between diet/nutrition and exercise in health promotion, weight control and management of chronic disease. The synergistic relationship between exercise and diet management of clients with weight management problems and chronic diseases is explored through online seminars and case discussions. Health promotion guidelines for diet and exercise are addressed. Exercise and diet/nutrition guidelines for client assessment, education and monitoring are addressed. NUTR 6300 Vitamin and Mineral Metabolism Theories and principles of vitamin and mineral metabolism combined with their application in clinical care and health promotion. Vitamins, minerals, and other natural and synthetic elements, with known or postulated nutrient effects, are explored in a combined lecture and seminar course. Effects of food technology on nutrient availability and longevity in the food supply, nutraceuticals and federal policy and agencies governing vitamin and minerals are included. The first half of the course, taught by vitamin and mineral researchers, focuses on nutrient metabolism, function, and requirements throughout the lifespan and the multiple factors affecting needs and availability in health and disease. The second half of the course is seminar based and links the biochemistry of vitamins and minerals to clinical practice and consumer use. -12-

13 NUTR 6310 Pediatric Nutrition Advanced study of nutrition and diet in the neonate, infant, and child. The course focuses on the interrelationships of growth and development of the infant/child with nutrition status in health and disease. Nutrition for health promotion, the effects of malnutrition, disease and demographics on nutrition status, nutrient needs, feeding strategies, and normal growth and development are covered including pathophysiology of growth and development and their effect on organ systems. Nutrition assessment, planning, monitoring, counseling, and evaluation strategies are covered through lectures, literature reviews and case applications. Effects of medications, congenital and acquired diseases, treatments and the physical environment are included. The unique needs of this population for initial and ongoing counseling and monitoring are covered in discussions of psychological, ethical and social dynamics of care. NUTR 6380 Thesis Seminar The focus of the seminar course is completion of data analysis, evaluation, interpretation and preparation and presentation of the research thesis. (Prerequisite NUTR 6480). NUTR 6400 Clinical Management Application of the principles of management and clinical nutrition in the administration of nutrition services in various settings: acute and long-term care, ambulatory care and consultant services. Theories, techniques and tools drawn from current literature in business, management, health care and dietetics along with innovative practices are applied to nutrition management. Foundations of management, standards of practice, organizational design, and policies and procedures are used to teach development of a management framework in the clinical setting. Other topics include strategic planning, financial and human management, leadership styles, meetings, mentoring and task delegation. NUTR 6420 Nutrition and Aging Advanced study of nutrition in the aging individual during health and disease. The course focuses on the interrelationships of the physiological, psychosocial, functional, economic, environmental, and pharmacological factors affecting the nutritional status of older adults. Effects of aging, malnutrition, illness (acute, chronic, and terminal disease) on nutritional status and nutrient needs are stressed. Effective nutrition assessment, counseling, as well as monitoring approaches are discussed. Strategies for delivering comprehensive food and nutrition services for older adults across a myriad of settings are explored. Ethical, cultural, societal issues concerning nutrition and aging are presented using case-based learning methods. NUTR 6440 Nutrition Assessment of the Older Adult This course represents an advanced study of nutrition assessment in the older adult, incorporating all major components of nutrition assessment (i.e., anthropometrics, biochemical indices, clinical symptomatology, dietary intake, and behavioral/socioeconomic factors), with special emphasis on physical assessment. The course evaluates -13-

14 assessment techniques as appropriate for the physiologic, pathophysiologic, and functional status of older adults, while introducing the physical and diagnostic assessment of health status in the older adult; such as measurement of body composition, vital signs, hydration status, breath and heart sounds, intra- and extra-oral assessment, dysphagia screening, and the clinical assessment of nutritional status. All elements of the nutrition care process are explored; nutrition screening/assessment, nutrition diagnoses, nutrition intervention, and monitoring/evaluation. Students demonstrate acquisition of knowledge through the use of patient case scenarios. NUTR 6480 Applied Clinical Research (4 credits; includes 2 1/2 day in-person workshop). This course provides an overview of clinical research methods, with an emphasis on methods used in nutrition research. The fundamentals of research design, sampling and measurement of study variables; data collection, analysis and computer techniques; qualitative and quantitative research strategies; survey research and statistics, along with development of the research proposal are included in this course. NUTR 6500 Cultural Issues Influencing Health The impact of cultural diversity and the influences of culture and ethnicity on health practices, diet and feeding issues, medication, education and counseling, economics, language and the home environment are explored. The unique needs of these populations are covered in discussions of psychological and social dynamics of care. Health professionals with known expertise in cultural diversity along with practitioners working with specific cultural groups present class sessions. NUTR 6505 Ethical Issues in Health Care Practice This course is directed at the role of the health professional in the decision making process of ethical resolutions of patient/client nutrition and health care problems and interdisciplinary collegial conflicts. Skill development in moral critical-analysis is emphasized. U.S. and international bioethics and analysis of selected cases on malpractice, scientific experimentation and publication abuses, funding fraud, and euthanasia are discussed. The multicultural diversity of health-care values and beliefs are explored as variables that add dimension to an in-depth understanding of personal health care decisions. NUTR 6510 Current Issues in Nutrition Health Care Seminar-based course exploring select current issues facing nutrition and dietetics practice. Topics include health care reform, managed care, multicompetency in health practice, alternative health care models and economics of health care in urban, suburban and rural settings. Contemporary and forward thinking approaches to ethical issues facing nutrition practice are covered. NUTR 6601 Advanced Clinical Nutrition Advanced study of the principles of nutrition in health and disease. The interrelationships of nutrition with biochemical, physiological and anatomical changes associated with acute, chronic, and terminal illness, surgery, and trauma are explored. -14-

15 Students participate in the formulation of medical nutrition therapy plans using the Nutrition Care Process framework by determining nutrition diagnoses, macro/micronutrient and fluid/electrolyte needs, routes of feeding, and implementation plans. Clinical cases are used to address metabolic, nutrition status and patient applications. Topics include: diabetes, nutrition support, surgery and critical care, burns, AIDS, immunology, cancer, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, liver and renal diseases. NUTR 6609 Subspecialty Clinical Practice This course provides students with a specialty practice experience in one or more practice settings. Examples include clinical rotations in: wellness, trauma and critical care, AIDS, cancer, geriatrics, pediatrics, women s health, diabetes, weight management, and complementary and alternative medicine. The supervised practice experiences provide opportunities for students to integrate knowledge and research findings in a practice setting; to develop skill in clinical, management, education or research applications, and to interface with other health care professionals. Experiences are individualized for the students based on identified goals and needs. Other experiences include working with development of continuing education programming, serving as a teaching assistant or web-master assistant using various media. NUTR 6820 Nutritional Genomics for Practitioners This course is an introduction to nutritional genomics for the nutrition professional, with emphasis on the potential clinical practice applications. The course provides the foundation in genetics/genomics and explores the role of nutritional genomics in the prevention and treatment of several chronic diseases. Applications from food science to policy development are addressed. Students and faculty will explore these issues in a seminar format. An evidence-based approach of select issues is used. In the latter part of the semester, students explore clinical practice issues through topic reviews and review of current research in related areas. NUTR 7009 Clinical Practice Residency (DCN students only) The Clinical Practice Residency is a 350-hour full (10 weeks) or part time (20 weeks) in-depth advanced practice experience. The residency is designed individually based on the student s interests and goals and geographical resources. Online seminars enhance the experience. Topics for seminar include: the scope of practice for the profession, evidence based practice in clinical nutrition, advanced physical assessment skills, reimbursement for nutrition services, negotiation skills, grantsmanship in practice, industry collaboration, ethics, and clinical mentoring. NUTR 7110 Current Issues in Nutrition Through an evidence-based seminar course, the faculty and students will explore the emerging trends and issues in nutrition and dietetics. Topics may include technology, food microbiology and safety, world hunger, and new food products. -15-

16 NUTR 7210 Human Metabolism and Body Composition This course is an advanced study of macronutrient metabolism in health and disease and their impact on nutritional well being. Techniques to measure and evaluate body composition (at the clinical, cellular, and tissue levels) are covered with an emphasis on changes throughout the lifespan and in disease status. NUTR 7310 Advanced Technological Applications in Dietetics This course explores new applications of technology to dietetics practice, education and research. Students use computer based and other technologies to design educational materials for the public and professionals, explore research applications and day-to-day practice. NUTR 7320 Advanced Clinical Nutrition Seminar This course focuses on prevention and treatment of select systemic and chronic diseases and conditions in the U.S. along with current nutrition issues impacting advanced clinical dietetics practice. An in-depth examination of the topics and related research will be examined using an evidence-based approach. Sessions address epidemiological issues, prevention and treatment to minimize the progression of obesity, cancer, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and diabetes. Current issues including nutrition diagnostic coding, genetics, and disordered eating will also be addressed. Recognized experts share practice and research issues with students. Students and faculty explore these issues in a seminar format. An evidence-based approach to select issues is used. In the latter part of the semester, students explore clinical practice issues through case presentations and topic reviews. A weekly review of current literature in related areas is included. NUTR 7481 Clinical Nutrition Research Methods (DCN students only) This course provides an in-depth exploration of nutrition research methodologies (with an emphasis on methods used in clinical nutrition research). Research design, sampling and measurement of study variables related to outcomes research data collection, analysis and computer techniques; evidence analysis and risk adjustment is covered. Qualitative approaches as well as survey research strategies are explored in the examination of the various types of outcomes measured: e.g., clinical, patient, or economic. The final products are a doctoral research proposal and approved Institutional Review Board (IRB) application. NUTR 7482 Clinical Research Seminar (DCN students only) The focus of this doctoral level research seminar will be on the conduct and completion of the outcomes research (OR) study proposed in NUTR Steps in research process covered by this course include data preparation, collection, analysis, and interpretation, as well as the presentation of the OR project. The final project includes an oral defense of the OR study, and a written manuscript for publication and presentation. -16-

17 NUTR 7510 Nutrition and Pharmacology This course focuses on the clinical application of pharmacology in the management of patients, including frequently prescribed drugs in the health care practice. The basic principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, along with pertinent physiology and information on dosing schedules, therapeutic effects, and adverse reactions are presented. The course content provides web-based discussions, journal review assignments, and case studies/discussion. Prerequisites: Advanced Clinical Nutrition (NUTR 6601) or approval of advisor and course director. NUTR 7512 Nutrition and Behavior Management This course integrates behavioral health issues, cultural considerations, and nutrition counseling. Topics include counseling issues for individuals with eating disorders, obesity, substance abuse and mental health. Approaches to counseling with critiques are included. The impact of ethnicity, gender, and age are explored. PCAR 7115 Complementary and Alternative Medicine Seminar This multidisciplinary seminar provides students with a working knowledge about complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and clinical applications for patient/client care and research. Federal regulations, cultural beliefs, scientific research and perceived benefits and risks are explored. PCAR 7410 Women s Health This seminar focuses on the unique health concerns of women in prevention and management of diseases including heart disease, osteoporosis and cancer along with health promotion throughout the stages of life. Interdisciplinary health professionals lead the seminar. -17-

18 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Application Materials and Information: Applications are available at For more information contact: Office of Enrollment Services 65 Bergen Street, P.O. Box 1709, Newark, NJ Phone: /Fax: Non-Matriculated Status: Practitioners who are not ready to make the commitment to a graduate program, or who wish to advance knowledge and skills, may take up to 12 credits on a nonmatriculated basis. Non-matriculated students who wish to apply to any of the programs can do so and these credits are applicable to the program. Applications for Non-Matriculated Students: Students may register as non-matriculated by completing the Non-Matriculated Registration Course Form (available at pdf/non_matric.pdf) and mailing/faxing with payment (check/money order payable to UMDNJ - CACE or MC/VISA) to: UMDNJ Center for Advanced and Continuing Education 30 Bergen Street, ADM 710, Newark, NJ Phone: /Fax: Continuing Professional Education Option: In conjunction with the UMDNJ Center for Advanced and Continuing Education, the GPCN is a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accredited Provider (#UN001) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. For CPE credit, participants can register with the Center for Advanced and Continuing Education. Each course hour is equivalent to one CPE credit hour. Financial Aid: For information about Financial Aid: Student Financial Aid Office Administration Complex 1208 P.O. Box 1709 Newark, NJ (973)

19 FULL TIME PROGRAM FACULTY For additional information on the Graduate Programs in Clinical Nutrition visit internet address: or contact: Riva Touger-Decker, Ph.D., RD, FADA Professor and Program Director, UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions Department of Nutritional Sciences 65 Bergen Street, Room 157, P.O. Box 1709 Newark, NJ Phone: /Fax: address: Diane Rigassio Radler Ph.D., RD Assistant Professor, UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions Department of Nutritional Sciences 65 Bergen Street, Room 157, P.O. Box 1709 Newark, NJ Phone: /Fax: address: Laura Byham-Gray, Ph.D., RD Associate Professor, UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions Department of Nutritional Sciences 40 East Laurel Road, Primary Care Center, Suite #228 Stratford, NJ Phone: /Fax: address: Julie O Sullivan Maillet, Ph.D., RD, FADA Professor Department of Nutritional Sciences Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Research, SHRP UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions 65 Bergen Street, Room 129, Newark, NJ Rebecca Brody, MS, RD, CNSD Pre-Doctoral Fellow UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions Department of Nutritional Sciences 65 Bergen Street, Room 157, P.O. Box 1709 Newark, NJ, address: brodyra@umdnj.edu For additional information on the Ph.D. in Health Sciences visit Internet address Applications to the Ph.D. program are accepted only once per year (March 1) -19-

20 SHRP Mission Statement The mission of the UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions is to educate socially responsible health professionals who will function competently, creatively and collaboratively in a dynamic health care environment. In fulfillment of this mission, the School seeks to: Provide students with diverse practical experiences through a variety of affiliations Promote and provide support for continued professional development Establish and sustain multiple academic partnerships at all levels of the educational spectrum Pursue scholarship and conduct research Provide educational, consultative, health care and other services Provide service to our communities and the entire state. UMDNJ Mission Statement The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), the state s university of the health sciences, is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in The undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate and continuing education of health professionals and scientists, The conduct of biomedical, psychosocial, clinical and public health research; Health promotion, disease prevention, and the delivery of health care, and Service to our communities and the entire state Providing educational, research and service programs at campuses in Camden, New Brunswick/Piscataway, Newark, Scotch Plains and Stratford, in communities throughout the state, and nationally and internationally through advanced communication and information technologies UMDNJ seeks to meet the needs of our diverse constituencies and improve the health and quality of life of citizens of New Jersey and society at large. UMDNJ is the state s only academic health science center. UMDNJ is composed of eight academic units, with multiple affiliations, including the state s two trauma centers. SHRP, the largest of UMDNJ s seven schools has programs on the Newark, Scotch Plains, Piscataway, and Stratford campuses. -20-

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