Dietetics Degree

The dietetics program at Bluffton University prepares students for careers as a dietitian, food scientist, or private chef. The program focuses on the principles of the food and nutrition sciences, human behavior, and the biomedical sciences to design and manage effective nutrition programs. Program courses include: human nutrition, nutrient metabolism, disease prevention, planning and directing food service activities, diet and nutrition analysis and planning, supervision of food storage and preparation, client education, and professional standards and regulations. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer dietetics degrees.

The Dietetics program at Belmont College is accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics for more than 39 years.

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Bluffton University

Also known as Belmont College

68094 Hammond Road, St Clairsville, OH

Bluffton University provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Bluffton, Ohio and operated as a private institution. The school's Mennonite Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Nearly 1,100 students enroll at Bluffton University annually.

Areas of study offered at Bluffton University include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Education
• Family And Consumer Sciences
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 900 to 1100 for the SAT exam and in a range of 19 to 24 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to this school. 64% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 20% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at bluffton.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $29,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their costs. The price of on-campus housing is about $4,700 per year. Students attending Bluffton University may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Bluffton University is the "Beavers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.bluffton.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Dietetics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Belmont College offers a post-baccalaureate certificate program in dietetics.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Dietitians and Nutritionists

Description

Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, dietitians and nutritionists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 16.4% from 2014 to 2024

Dietetic Technicians

Description

Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).