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Family Consumer ScienceCredits
Supervised graduate research or investigation in Family Consumer Science under guidance of a faculty mentor.
Application of economic theories and models that serve as the foundation for research in consumer economics. Course readings will cover theories along with empirical applications.
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Philosophy and objectives of adult education in family consumer sciences with emphasis on informal teaching-learning environments; procedures for planning and developing programs with an advisory committee; and teaching experiences with the adult learner. F (every year), S (even-numbered years)
Application of theory and practice for career and technical education programming.
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A systems perspective on parent-child relationship. This course covers parent-child issues during the stages of human development. It also focuses on special needs children and families, cross-cultural issues, and family violence. Emphasis is on research and theory and parenting education strategies. F
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A scheduled, supervised work assignment that includes on-site experiences in a nutrition-related area.
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A scheduled work assignment that will include on-site experiences with parents in early childhood family education.
Topics announced as offered. May be repeated.
A scheduled work assignment with supervision in private business, industry, and government agency appropriate to each area of concentration.
A scheduled work assignment with supervision in private business, industry, and government agency appropriate to each area of concentration.
This class will explore nutrition in the community, including concepts of public health, entrepreneurship, diversity/equity/inclusion, epidemiology and effecting change, both individual behavioral and systemic change. Utilizing a case-study and experiential learning approach, the course will cover community needs assessments, program planning, policy and cultural competence. The course will explicitly cover mental health and the role of nutrition in behavioral health conditions. Must be enrolled in Dietetics graduate program.
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This class will explore research principles and methods related to food and nutrition, including both conducting research and critically evaluating the peer-reviewed literature. Through an experiential learning approach, the course will introduce the skills needed to develop, propose and complete the student's Alternative Plan Paper (Capstone Project) related to food and nutrition. Must be enrolled in Dietetics graduate program.
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Students will learn about the structures, dynamics, and diverse features of families in the US. Course material will address the reciprocal nature of relationships between family and community, the effects of social change, and technological advances on families by taking into account cultural and ethnic considerations. The social aspects of sexual development of children, adolescents and adults will be addressed.
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This class is preparation for entry into the career as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and through a role-playing and experiential learning approach, the course will explore ethics, professionalism, leadership, standards of practice and credentialing in the profession. Must be enrolled in the Dietetics Graduate Seminar.
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This course will explore the models and application of counseling techniques applicable to the professional role of a Registered Dietitian with a particular emphasis on disordered eating and cultural competence. Must be accepted into the Graduate Program in Dietetics.
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This class is preparation for the national registration examination (CDR Exam) for Registered Dietitians. The course will review primary concepts on the exam and cover test-taking strategies and skills.
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This course will explore foundational concepts of pharmacology such as drug forms and classifications, pharmacokinetics (absorption, distribution, metabolism & excretion), routes of administration and basic dosing calculations. Additionally, the course will cover these same concepts for Vitamins, Minerals and Herb supplements. Special focus will be given to antineoplastic drugs, urinary system drugs, gastrointestinal drugs and endocrine system drugs including diabetic medications. Using a case-study approach, students will explore polypharmacy, physiological changes in pharmacokinetics with aging and common nutraceutical agents. Must be enrolled in Dietetics Graduate program.
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Opportunity for independent study with guidance of graduate faculty.
This course will explore the USA and global food systems with a Public Health lens. Policies across a broad spectrum of the food system and from local to international will be examined within the Socio-Ecological model.
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Analysis of curriculum trends in family consumer science education programs including career and technical education programs. Application of curriculum development principles.
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This course will explore theory, concepts, and procedures required for Family Consumer Science educators to prepare them for incorporating experiential education in child development and family studies; foods and nutrition; clothing and textiles; housing; consumerism; and independent living when teaching students in grades 5-12.
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A scheduled, supervised work assignment that includes on-site experiences in a nutrition-related area (Graduate Level).
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