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Click on the name of an online course offered at American Academy of Nutrition to view the detailed information; you can also find out about the college or university offering the course by clicking on "School's Profile". |
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Anatomy and Physiology (SC110) |
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Science General |
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The relation between structure and function in the body; identifying all of the body's systems; the role of the immune system; chemical and mechanical steps in the breakdown of food and nutrients; the relation of saturated fats in the diet to cancer, stroke and heart disease; understanding the nervous system; consequences of vitamin and mineral deficiency; regulation of fluid input; potential of environmental damage to an embryo; oxygen, nutrients and energy; case studies. |
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Business Mathematics (GC430) |
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Mathematics |
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Review of basic mathematics for business; bank records; merchandising; payroll; finance; real estate; accounting; annuities and investments; case studies. |
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Child Development (GE144) |
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Public Services |
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Foundations of child development; conception, prenatal, and birth; heredity; infant social and emotional development; growth and maturation; the developing child - learning, language, social processes; sexuality, morality and self-control; the "special needs" child. |
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Clinical Nutrition (NC402) |
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Finance |
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Study of nutrients and how the body handles them based on principles of chemistry and molecular biology; the effect of nutrition choices on diabetes, hypoglycemia and disorders of the major organ systems; food choices and diet planning principles; nutrition prescription for illness; the development and evaluation of nutrition plans; nutrition assessment; the relationship between nutrition and illness; strategies for providing nutritional support for people with serious illness; practical examples in clinical nutrition case studies. |
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Community Nutrition (NE222) |
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The role of nutrition in public health; educational foundation for nutrition entrepreneurs; the art and science of policy-making; planning and managing public nutrition programs; understanding and influencing consumer behavior; food assistance programs; nutrition assessment of all age groups; case studies; community learning activities. |
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Contemporary Marketing Skills (GE140) |
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Marketing |
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Practical applications-oriented treatment of the activities performed by those involved in marketing. Course focuses on analyzing marketing opportunities, product pricing, distribution and promotion decisions, and careers in marketing. Course is designed to allow students to develop skills which can be utilized in any chosen career. |
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Eating Disorders and Weight Management (NE224) |
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Causes and physical effects of anorexia and bulimia; nutritional complications of eating disorders; profile of individuals with an eating disorder; approaches to treating eating disorders; recovering from an eating disorder; emotional and physical factors related to obesity; medical conditions related to obesity; practice counseling session and case studies. |
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English: Reading Enhancement (GC130) |
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English |
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Develop reading skills to improve comprehension, motivation, concentration, organization, and vocabulary; techniques for more effective studying, reviewing, memory development and exam taking; parts of speech and sentence structure; discerning the author's perspective and bias; how to read literature, math, graphs and maps. |
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Environmental Challenges and Solutions (NC202) |
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Environmental Science |
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Scope and severity of environmentally triggered illnesses; a comprehensive view of the little-known effects that common pesticides and toxic chemicals have on our health; an in-depth picture of chemical sensitivities and how to recognize them; proper chemical questionnaires; understanding environmental illness how to stay well in a polluted environment; the use and effects of pesticides in our food supply and what to do about it; designing a lifestyle that will protect children from common household toxic chemicals; alternative to unsafe cleaning supplies; case studies. |
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General Chemistry (SC310) |
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Science General |
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Application of chemistry to nutrition; matter, measurements, and calculations; atoms and molecules; electronic and nuclear characteristics; forces between particles; nutrition related chemical reactions; the states of matter; acids, bases, and salts. |
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Human Biology (SC210) |
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Science General |
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An introduction to human biology; the principles of chemistry; chromosomes, cells and genes; nutrition and digestion; function of the circulatory, nervous, endocrine, urinary and immune systems; reproduction, development and aging; principles of heredity; environmental issues; case studies. |
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Managing A Small Business (GE142) |
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Business |
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Therory and practice relating to starting and managing small firms. Topics include developing plans for the business, small business marketing, managing small business operations and financial management in the firm. Course is designed for those considering to start their own business. |
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Medicinal Herbs and Other Alternative Therapies (NC301) |
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A basic foundation and understanding of the principles of the science and art of herbal medicine; a historical and modern perspective of herbal medicine; herbal preparations and formulas; Materia Medica; overview of the chemical composition, scientific research, and uses of medicinal herbs; scientific review of the most important herbs used worldwide for specific health conditions; safety and efficacy, herbal regulatory issues; an unbiased and authoritative overview of, other alternative health care traditions available today including: Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, Naturopathic Medicine, Homeopathy, Mind/Body Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, Chiropractic, Massage Therapy and Bodywork; provides an overview of the subject and is not intended to prepare the student to be an herbalist or alternative therapist. |
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Nutrition Counseling Skills (NC401) |
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Finance |
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The psychology of nutrition counseling; evaluating and understanding the client's attitude; how to illustrate the importance of good nutrition principles; interpreting the counseling session; how to identify and express your feelings toward the client; identifying inappropriate eating behaviors; recognizing dietary misconceptions; interpreting the results of nutrition research; making diet recommendations; applying appropriate strategies to specific problems; evaluating progress and spotting potential failure; utilizing proper counseling techniques; how to use client data forms in counseling; case studies. |
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Organic and Biochemistry (SC410) |
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Science General |
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Nutrition/Food applications of organic and biochemistry; molecular formulas of organic compounds; physical properties of compounds; characteristics of enzymes; function of cofactors; description of biochemical pathways. |
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Pregnancy, Pediatric and Adolescent Nutrition (NE221) |
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Finance |
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Preconception nutrition; planning a proper diet for pregnancy and lactation; nutrition for infancy through adolescence; vitamin and mineral supplementation; the nutrition connection to learning and behavior; attention deficit disorder; examination and critique of current nutrition trends; diet plans for children with special needs; case studies. |
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Psychology (GE141) |
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Psychology |
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The brain, biology and behavior; sensation and reality; memory, intelligence and creativity; conditions and learning; motivation and emotion; health, stress and coping; abnormal psychology; gender, sexuality, social behavior and human relations. |
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Public Speaking (GE143) |
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Public Services |
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The process of public speaking; selecting a topic and purpose; supporting ideas; organizing and delivering a speech; informative and persuasive speaking; special speaking occasions; speaking in small groups and conferences; listening effectively; responding to questions and comments; preparing and evaluating speeches. |
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Sports Nutrition (NE220) |
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Healthcare |
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The principles of fitness, motivation and conditioning; nutrition for the athlete; stress management; preventing accidents; stretching, posture and aerobics; vitamin and mineral supplementation for fitness; high and low intensity exercise; cross training; walking for weight control; case studies. |
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Understanding Nutrition I (NC101) |
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Finance |
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A foundation in the principles of nutrition: comprehensive study of the nutrient elements; in-depth examination of carbohydrates, fats and proteins; the role of vitamins, minerals and body fluids; digestion, metabolism and weight management; alternative nutrition practices; recognizing and evaluating differing points of view; examination and critique of current nutrition trends; case studies. |
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