Nutrition & Dietetics Programs – ³ÉÈË´óƬ
At the ³ÉÈË´óƬ, our Nutrition and Dietetics programs deliver a student-focused, cutting-edge education designed to develop future leaders in nutrition. Whether on campus, through hybrid formats, or fully online, we provide flexible learning pathways to fit diverse needs across Florida and beyond. Guided by expert faculty who emphasize evidence-based practice and community impact, our graduates actively seeking nutrition and dietetics positions enjoy a 100% employment rate—reflecting UNF’s commitment to excellence, support and strong healthcare partnerships.
Why Choose a Career in Nutrition & Dietetics?
- Purpose-Driven Work: Nutrition professionals make a tangible difference by helping people prevent disease, manage conditions and live healthier lives through food.
- Strong Job Outlook: With growing awareness of the link between diet and chronic illness, there’s a steady demand for registered dietitians in clinical, community, and wellness settings.
- Diverse Career Paths: From working in hospitals and sports nutrition to food industry consulting or school systems—this field offers a wide range of options to match your interests.
- Science + Human Connection: If you enjoy both science and working directly with people, N&D offers a meaningful blend of both—translating complex nutrition science into personalized guidance.
- Real-World Preparation: Graduates gain hands-on experience in trusted clinical sites like Mayo Clinic, Baptist Health and UF Health Jacksonville—often leading to job offers post-graduation.
- Licensure and Recognition: Registered Dietitians are the only nationally recognized nutrition experts—earning respect across healthcare teams.
I chose UNF's program because of the flexibility of being available online, it upholds a reputation for having some of the best and most prominent professors in the field, and offers numerous resources to help aid its students in being successful.
~Alice Sanchez, MS, 2020
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Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics: Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) is a rigorous science-based program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), the accrediting body of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This program is designed for students to pursue the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential and earn a Verification Statement required to complete a dietetic internship. All upper-level coursework can be completed entirely online.
Delivery: Fully Online at the Upper Level
Term: Traditional. 16 weeks
Credit Hours: 52
Starts: Fall, Spring, Summer
Enrolling in UNF’s Didactic Program in Dietetics was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The fully online upper-level courses made it easy to balance my job and education, while building a strong foundation in nutrition science and dietetics. Whether you're starting your journey toward becoming a registered dietitian or looking to strengthen your knowledge in the field, this program equips you with the tools and support to succeed in a variety of nutrition and healthcare settings.
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The ³ÉÈË´óƬ’s Nutrition and Dietetics B.S. – Community Nutrition and Food Concentration prepares students for careers in nutrition education, food sustainability, wellness, and the food industry. Rooted in evidence-based learning and real-world experience, the program also qualifies graduates to take the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) exam, a valuable credential in food service. This concentration is a smart pathway for students planning to pursue OT, PT, PA, or other health-related graduate programs.
Delivery: Campus-Based
Term: Traditional. 16 weeks
Credit Hours: 488
Starts: Fall, Spring, Summer
The Community Nutrition and Food concentration at ³ÉÈË´óƬwas the perfect foundation for my path to PA school. It deepened my understanding of nutrition's role in overall health while allowing me to complete key prerequisites.
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The Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics is designed for those students who wish to emphasize the application of advanced nutrition knowledge in clinical or community-based health programs. This program has a fully online Professional Studies concentration.
Delivery: Fully Online
Term: Traditional. 16 weeks
Credit Hours: 30
Starts: Fall, Spring, SummerNotice for Fall 2025
Beginning Fall 2025, ³ÉÈË´óƬis suspending the use of the State Employee Waiver for non-state funded programs, which include the Nutrition and Dietetics: Dietetic Professional Studies, MS, and the Nursing: Post-MSN DNP. Students enrolled prior to Fall 2025 may continue to use the state employee waiver provided they remain continuously enrolled until degree completion. For additional information, please contact ³ÉÈË´óƬOnline.
The MS in Dietetic Professional Studies at ³ÉÈË´óƬgave me the flexibility to advance my career while balancing work and family life. The fully online format, paired with real-world application of advanced nutrition knowledge, prepared me to lead impactful clinical and community-based health initiatives.
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The Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics: Integrated Graduate Nutrition is a cohort program designed for students who have a nutrition/dietetics or a non-nutrition related undergraduate degree and can be completed in twenty months. Students will participate in online didactic coursework with 1,000 hours of onsite supervised experiential learning in a competency-based curriculum that can be completed in the student’s city of residence. The curriculum prepares students to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing examination to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.
Delivery: Fully Online
Term: Traditional. 16 weeks
Credit Hours: 39
Starts: Fall
UNF’s Integrated Graduate Nutrition Program was exactly what I needed to take the next step in my career. The support from faculty and the ability to complete my supervised practice hours close to home made the journey feel manageable and meaningful. I felt confident and prepared walking into the RDN exam.
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The Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics with a Dietetic Internship at ³ÉÈË´óƬis designed for students who want to take their passion for nutrition to the next level. This combined program allows you to complete your supervised practice and earn your master’s degree at the same time—making you eligible to sit for the RDN exam and preparing you to lead in clinical, public health, and community settings. With a focus on advanced, real-world applications, you'll graduate ready to make a measurable impact in the field of nutrition.
Delivery: Standard (in-person)
Term: Traditional. 16 weeks
Credit Hours: 30
Starts: Fall only
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The Brooks College of Health’s online Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition (DCN) offers an online program to help working professionals advance their knowledge of chronic disease prevention, clinical treatment, cultural competency, critical thinking, public policy, and outcomes research while continuing their work as registered dietitians.
Delivery: Fully Online
Term: Traditional. 16 weeks
Credit Hours: 48
Starts: Fall
