Completely Online: No campus visits required
Credits: 30 graduate credits
Contact: Makayla Schuchardt at mlschuchardt@wisc.edu
The MS in Clinical Nutrition is focused on core nutrition, clinical nutrition, professional skills, and electives. This is advanced learning at its best, and is ideal for people with a strong background in clinical nutrition, confidence working at the graduate level, and a commitment to become a leader in clinical nutrition and dietetics. The curriculum is designed to prepare students to translate research; recognize and formulate responses to evolving developments in clinical nutrition practice, policy, and research; and lead and manage professional teams to design nutrition related services.
The Healthcare System is Changing Rapidly
Health professions have increased educational standards beyond the bachelor’s degree; in fact, the Commission on Dietetic Registration has increased the requirements to be eligible to take the Registration Exam for Dietitians to the completion of a Master’s Degree beginning in 2024. To remain competitive in the field and obtain the advanced competencies and skills needed in the job market, completion of a Master’s degree is becoming essential.
Why Clinical Nutrition through the University of Wisconsin-Madison?
In achievement and prestige, the University of Wisconsin-Madison has long been recognized as one of America’s great universities. As a UW-Madison student, you will be immersed in the latest discoveries and challenged to think critically. Get ready to be inspired by your instructors, challenged by your classmates, and supported in your desire to learn.
What you can expect pursuing an online Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition through the University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Complete the program in four semesters of full-time enrollment or work part-time on your own schedule; if you already have your certificate in clinical nutrition from UW-Madison, you can finish your master’s degree in just two semesters.
- Learn through project-based activities, actual case studies from UW Hospital and other programs, weekly web conferences, and discussion boards
- Develop a research proposal applicable to your interests or your employer’s needs
Chelsea Reynolds, MS, RD, LDN, 2021
Penn Medicine, Clinical Dietitian
“I have enjoyed meeting people from all over in my classes and being able to do group projects and collaborate with people from coast to coast as well as overseas. It was a great experience to talk to others with different perspectives and experiences and to build on my nutritional knowledge thought interesting classes taught by great professors.”
Heather Lorden, MS, RD
UW Health, Transplant Dietitian
“Dr. Nathan Johnson’s two classes spurred my love of learning and nutrition on further and has been the most applicable as I treat high acuity patients with significantly altered metabolism and numerous micronutrient deficiencies. I feel more equipped to do my job well as a result of his classes.”
Alicia Henson, MS, RD, 2022
University of California, Berkeley, Program Coordinator and Education Specialist
USF Benioff Children’s Hospital, Clinical Dietitian
“When I initially made the decision to go back to school to earn my master’s degree, I lived in a rural area located in central California where obtaining my master’s degree in nutrition was not feasible unless I completed it online. I am beyond grateful to have gone through the UW-Madison MS-CN program for many reasons, but it being offered online is one of many. The quality of education and support I have received has been extraordinary. This program has aided my growth which has led to my most significant professional and academic achievements yet.”
Program Overview: Clinical Nutrition MS (for Clinical Nutrition professionals)
Program Overview: Clinical Nutrition MS (for Nutrition and Dietetics students needing to earn RDN)
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Makayla Schuchardt MS, RDN
1415 Linden Drive
Madison, WI 53706
mlschuchardt@wisc.edu