Introduction to Nutrition Assessment and Education

3 Hours

Explore the fundamentals of nutrition assessment, nutrition education, and behavior change theories as well as their application to the care of individuals and groups in community and clinical settings. Analyze the use of anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary intake data assessments for effective care of individuals. Identify strategies for successful development and implementation of nutrition education planning using behavior change theory as the guide for development. Two lecture hours and four laboratory hours a week for one semester.