Theories of Nutrition Behavior
Explore and examine nutrition-related behavior through the application of health behavior theories and models. Includes theories such as the Health Belief Model, Theory of Planned Behavior, Social Cognitive Theory, Diffusion of Innovations, Transtheoretical Model, Social Support, and Social Ecological Model. Investigate theoretical constructs, benefits and limitations of each theory/model, considerations needed for unique populations or behaviors, and how to develop a theory-based program plan. Nutrition 390 (Topic: Theories of Nutrition Behavior) and 390 (Topic 14) may not both be counted.
Prerequisites & course information
Explore and examine nutrition-related behavior through the application of health behavior theories and models. Includes theories such as the Health Belief Model, Theory of Planned Behavior, Social Cognitive Theory, Diffusion of Innovations, Transtheoretical Model, Social Support, and Social Ecological Model. Investigate theoretical constructs, benefits and limitations of each theory/model, considerations needed for unique populations or behaviors, and how to develop a theory-based program plan. Nutrition 390 (Topic: Theories of Nutrition Behavior) and 390 (Topic 14) may not both be counted.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027