Associate to Bachelors Degree

Associate to Bachelors in Nutritional and Health Sciences

The Nutritional Health Sciences program at Atlanta University of Georgia is dedicated to understanding the science behind Nutrition and its impact on human health. Students explore the principles of N...

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Duration

14

Total Courses

84 Hours

Credit Hours

$24,000

Total Cost

Nutritional and Health Sciences

Program Overview

The Nutritional Health Sciences program at Atlanta University of Georgia is dedicated to understanding the science behind Nutrition and its impact on human health. Students explore the principles of Nutrition, dietary patterns, and their effects on overall well-being. They delve into Nutritional biochemistry, food science, and the prevention and management of Nutrition-related health issues. Graduates are equipped to work in various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, public health organizations, and wellness programs. They play a vital role in promoting health and well-being through informed dietary choices and Nutritional guidance.

Key Highlights

Flexible Schedule

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Admission Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Course Curriculum by Modules

Explore our comprehensive curriculum designed to provide you with industry-relevant skills and knowledge.

01

Module 1: Core Courses

8 courses in this module

HS-094
Health Care System

This course exposes you to the breadth of the field of health care without overwhelming them with de...

Course Overview

This course exposes you to the breadth of the field of health care without overwhelming them with detail. This course is unique in that it combines a health perspective with a business perspective. It focuses on the delivery system, and addresses the perpetual tradeoff between access, quality, and cost of services.

HS-189
Introduction to Public Health (Disease Prevention)

This course presents the basic principles of human disease, organized by human organ system. This co...

Course Overview

This course presents the basic principles of human disease, organized by human organ system. This course details each human system and the diseases related to the systems. The course provides in-depth overview of diseases; from hereditary diseases to diseases of the skin all are covered in this course.

HS-216
Human Anatomy and Physiology

Anatomy and Physiology is a critical academic course you must master to succeed in the health profes...

Course Overview

Anatomy and Physiology is a critical academic course you must master to succeed in the health professions. The human anatomy and physiology is explained in a simplified and systematic manner, includes analogies to compare the human body to everyday things you can relate to.

N-306
Pharmacology

This course will examine drugs used to treat diseases that affect various organs of the body (e.g. c...

Course Overview

This course will examine drugs used to treat diseases that affect various organs of the body (e.g. cardiovascular disease, neurological diseases, etc.) and some fundamental principles. There will be emphasis on how the drugs target organ, the mechanisms of drug action, and adverse effects of the drugs on the system

HS-337
Introduction to Fitness and Wellness

This course gives you a solid foundation in fitness and lifetime wellness, while teaching them how t...

Course Overview

This course gives you a solid foundation in fitness and lifetime wellness, while teaching them how to make healthy behavioral changes and lifestyle choices. The course includes the latest research in exercise science and expanded coverage of wellness throughout the course.

HS-665
Introduction to Health Sciences

This course provides you with tools you need to make healthy, lifelong behavior changes and become s...

Course Overview

This course provides you with tools you need to make healthy, lifelong behavior changes and become savvy consumers of health-information. This user-friendly course will hold your interest by covering health topics of primary concern; such as Promoting Healthy Behavior Change, Psychosocial Health, Managing Stress, Birth Control, Pregnancy, and Childbirth Environmental Health.

HS-687
Introduction to Nutrition Science

This is a course which introduces basics of nutrition to you Course stresses a scientific foundation...

Course Overview

This is a course which introduces basics of nutrition to you Course stresses a scientific foundation for nutrition that allows you to develop a personal diet and dietary practices that are associated with good health. Each category of nutrition is detailed in course; menu and meal preparation is also discussed.

HS-747
Introduction to Health Promotion

This course provides introductory-level health education with a solid understanding of the scope and...

Course Overview

This course provides introductory-level health education with a solid understanding of the scope and practice of health educators historically, philosophically, theoretically, and ethically. Philosophy, theory, ethical perspectives, and future trends of health sciences is discussed in details.

02

Module 2: Specialized Courses

6 courses in this module

NHS-086
Introduction to Food Production

Comprehensive and well-written, this course emphasizes an understanding of cooking fundamentals, exp...

Course Overview

Comprehensive and well-written, this course emphasizes an understanding of cooking fundamentals, explores the preparation of fresh ingredients, and provides information on other relevant topics, such as food history and food science.

NHS-360
Health Sociology

This student-friendly course reflects important changes in health care and significant advancements...

Course Overview

This student-friendly course reflects important changes in health care and significant advancements in medical sociology; providing an in-depth overview of the field. It offers solid coverage of traditional topics with a keen focus on the current issues and public policy debates affecting this dynamic area of study.

NHS-582
Introduction to Foods

This course provides clear, straightforward explanations of all of the basic principles of food prep...

Course Overview

This course provides clear, straightforward explanations of all of the basic principles of food preparation. It treats the chemistry involved in a way that is non-threatening and does not interfere with the flow of the course. Course encompasses the latest information on technological advances in food preparation and processing.

NHS-637
Introduction to Nutrition

This course introduces you to basic concepts and physiological basis of nutrition. Course covers die...

Course Overview

This course introduces you to basic concepts and physiological basis of nutrition. Course covers dietary requirements and recommendations, nutrient composition of foods, metabolic fates and physiological functions of nutrients, assessment of nutritional status, physical activity, relationships of human nutrition to health and disease, and the interactions between nutrition and genetics.

NHS-683
Introduction to Health and Nutrition Sciences

This course offers a rigorous, science-based approach to nutrition that capitalizes on your natural...

Course Overview

This course offers a rigorous, science-based approach to nutrition that capitalizes on your natural interest in nutrition by demonstrating how nutrition relates to their own health. The course uses an applied approach to vitamins and minerals, organizing them based on their functions and effects on the body.

NHS-730
Issues in Nutrition

This course incorporates a personalized approach to your nutritional concerns and interests in a rea...

Course Overview

This course incorporates a personalized approach to your nutritional concerns and interests in a readable, engaging, and motivating style. This format enables you to identify the key aspects of each nutrient at a glance and in a consistent and easy-to-study format.

Tuition & Fees Breakdown

Total Program Investment

$24,000

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Detailed Cost Breakdown

Fee Component Amount
Total Program Cost
$24,000
Financial Aid Available

Multiple financing options and scholarships are available to help you achieve your educational goals.

Admissions & Eligibility Requirements

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Eligibility Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours Required

84 Hours credit hours

Program Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

14 total courses in the program

Application Process

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2
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3
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4
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