{"id":7576,"date":"2024-11-07T11:01:30","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T16:01:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.umaine.edu\/foodandagriculture\/?page_id=7576"},"modified":"2026-03-31T10:29:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T14:29:30","slug":"graduate-certificate-in-human-nutrition","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/foodandagriculture\/graduate-certificate-in-human-nutrition\/","title":{"rendered":"Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-wrap.wp-block-kadence-rowlayout.kb-row-layout-id7576_3aa39f-56{margin-top:0px;}.kb-row-layout-id7576_3aa39f-56 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id7576_3aa39f-56 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id7576_3aa39f-56 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:200px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 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mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7576_06d065-5b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading7576_06d065-5b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7576_06d065-5b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading7576_06d065-5b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading7576_06d065-5b\"><strong>Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kt-sc7576_73b113-6a .kt-sc-imgcol, .kt-sc7576_73b113-6a .kt-sc-textcol{min-height:450px;}.kt-sc7576_73b113-6a .kt-sc-textcol{padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px;margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-sc7576_73b113-6a 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Courses help you expand your understanding of the science behind nutrition. This online certificate is ideal for individuals unsure of the time commitment for a graduate degree and interested in learning more about nutrition. Completing the certificate does not make students eligible to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or qualify them to provide nutrition counseling to persons with diagnosed medical conditions. The Certificate credits can be applied to the 30 credits required for earning a Master of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition at the University of Maine as long as grades of B or higher are earned in the four courses. Please note that graduate certificate programs are not eligible for many types of student loans and other forms of financial aid.<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-7576_8a151b-6c .kt-block-spacer{height:60px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-7576_8a151b-6c .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-7576_8a151b-6c\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\" \/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id7576_406c9d-d2 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:2px;}.kt-accordion-id7576_406c9d-d2 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:35px;padding-right:35px;padding-bottom:35px;padding-left:35px;}.kt-accordion-id7576_406c9d-d2 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > 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#eee;border-right:1px solid #eee;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;border-left:10px solid #003263;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone um-UMAccentBlueAccordion\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id7576_406c9d-d2 kt-accordion-has-4-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basiccircle kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane7576_535307-19\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Program Learning Outcomes<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students will be able to apply evidence-based practice to the nutritional status of individuals or populations. Met by FSN 501, FSN 506, FSN 508, &amp; FSN 530.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students will be able to assess current research in Human Nutrition critically. Met by FSN 506, FSN 524, FSN 530, &amp; FSN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students will be able to apply nutritional care principles in the adult and older adult life stages. Met by FSN 506, FSN 508, &amp; FSN 530.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane7576_fa2eb4-86\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Program Requirements<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A minimum of 12 credits (four classes) with grades of B or higher.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students are expected to meet at least once each semester by video or phone to plan classes with their appointed advisor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A study plan outlining which classes the student will take each semester is created no later than a student\u2019s second semester and is signed by the student and advisor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Classes that may be applied to the Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition include:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>FSN 501 (Advanced Human Nutrition)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSN 506 (Nutritional Assessment)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSN 508 (Nutrition &amp; Aging)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSN 530 (Integrative and Functional Nutrition),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSN 539 ( Probiotics in Food: Formulation and Function)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSN 540 (Advanced Clinical Topics)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSN 546: Public Health Nutrition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSN 555 (Organic &amp; Natural Foods)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSN 566 (Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity, and Food)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FSN 603 (Nutrient Changes in the Food System)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certificate students may not apply classes taken in other programs or classes offered in person at the University of Maine towards the certificate requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane7576_4da21c-9f\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A Bachelor\u2019s degree from an accredited college\/university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two college-level lecture courses in Chemistry (1 year)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two college-level lecture courses in Biology, including one in anatomy and physiology (1 year)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One college-level introductory nutrition course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GRE scores are not required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prospective students who attended a university not taught in English must provide TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE test scores to demonstrate their proficiency in English.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Required documents by UMaine graduate school (<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/graduate\/apply\/application-checklist\/\">https:\/\/umaine.edu\/graduate\/apply\/application-checklist\/<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An application fee of $65.00. This fee is not waived except for IRT and McNair Scholars, current and former U.S. Armed Forces members and their dependents, and any University of Maine System program alums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process, but official versions are needed before a student can begin classes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application deadlines: Fall, March 15; Spring, October 15; and Summer, February 15. Applications that miss those dates will be considered as space permits. Enrollment in specific classes cannot be guaranteed for late applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane7576_4c074d-22\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">FAQs<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What does the Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition cost?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuition for online programs is $608 per credit hour. Thus,&nbsp; a certificate will cost $7,296 plus expenses for textbooks and related fees. The University of Maine system provides the Microsoft Office suite and statistical software packages at no additional cost to students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How long does it take to earn a certificate?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Most students complete the certificate requirements in 1-1.5 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When are classes offered?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Classes are typically offered once every two years. Please consult the class rotation schedule for the current planned sequence of classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is financial aid available?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Graduate certificates are not considered degrees, so student loans may be difficult to obtain. 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