2008-2009_Health and Nutrition Sciences

The mission of the Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences is to improve the health and wellness of human populations through excellence in dynamic, competency-based instruction, exemplary service, innovative and applied research, evidence-based practical application in health careers, and leadership to the professional health community.

About Us

The Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences offers baccalaureate degree programs in health education and dietetics, post-graduate dietetic internships, and graduate degrees in health education and in public health.

The undergraduate health education program is accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Health Education (AAHE) through NCATE. Students may choose from three options: 1) public school teaching certification, 2) community/worksite health, or 3) addiction studies. An option is available for students seeking a health component in elementary education.

The Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Dietetics Education of the American Dietetics Association (ADA 120 South Riverside Plaza Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (800) 877-1600). Students completing their B.S. degree are eligible to apply for dietetic internships.

The Dietetic Internship (DI) Program is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Dietetics Education of the American Dietetics Association. The DI Program provides a supervised postgraduate practical experience preparing interns for successful completion of the registration exam and entry-level practice.

Graduate degrees are offered through a Master of Health Education (M.H.E.) and a Master of Public Health (M.P.H.). To learn more about these graduate programs, please click on their respective links. Distance Learning through our Idaho State University-Boise Campus makes the attainment of the M.P.H. degree more accessible to campuses in Pocatello and Idaho Falls.

Department Objectives

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Health Education

There is little doubt in today's world that health promotion/disease prevention strategies are on nearly every national health care agenda. As a society, we have learned that a fuller measure of health, a better quality of life, is within the grasp of almost all people. The lifestyle choices a person makes today may influence that individual's health forever.

The undergraduate program in health education is designed to prepare students to teach preventive health strategies. More specifically, they learn to assess, plan, implement, deliver, and evaluate health promotion programs that facilitate the voluntary adoption of actions which are conducive to the health of individuals, groups, or communities. To earn a degree, each students must complete the core requirements listed below, and then choose chourses which give preparation for practice in either the public school setting or the community/worksite setting.

Health Education Program Goals and Objectives

Coursework in the Idaho State University undergraduate health education program prepares students to work with individuals, groups, and organizations and to be able to:

1.    Assess individual and community needs for health education
        a. Access existing and collect health-related data
        b. Distinguish between behaviors that foster and hinder well–being
        c. Determine factors that influence learning
        d. Identify factors that foster or hinder the process of health education
        e. Infer needs for health education from obtained data

2.    Plan health education strategies, interventions, and programs
        a. Involve people and organizations in program planning
        b. Incorporate data analysis and principles of community organization
        c. Formulate appropriate and measurable program objectives
        d. Develop a logical scope and sequence plan for health education practice
        e. Design strategies, interventions, and programs consistent with specified objectives
        f. Select appropriate strategies to meet objectives
        g. Assess factors that affect implementation

3.    Implement health education strategies, interventions, and programs
        a. Initiate a plan of action
        b. Demonstrate a variety of skills in delivering strategies, interventions, and programs
        c. Use a variety of methods to implement strategies, interventions, and programs
        d. Conduct training programs

4.    Conduct evaluation and research related to health education
        a. Develop plans for evaluation and research
        b. Review research and evaluation procedures
        c. Design data collection instruments
        d. Carry out evaluation and research plans
        e. Interpret results from evaluation and research
        f. Infer implications from findings for future health–related activities

5.    Administer health education strategies, interventions, and programs
        a. Exercise organizational leadership
        b. Secure fiscal resources
        c. Manage human resources
        d. Obtain acceptance and support for programs

6.    Serve as a health education resource person
        a. Use health–related information resources
        b. Respond to requests for health information
        c. Select resource materials for dissemination
        d. Establish consultative relationships

7.     Communicate and advocate for health and health education
        a. Analyze and respond to current and future needs in health education
        b. Apply a variety of communication methods and techniques
        c. Promote the health education profession individually and collectively
        d. Influence health policy to promote health

Admission to Health Education Program

The following criteria must be met for an applicant to be eligible for consideration for admission to the health education program:

Transfer Students

Transfer students must have their transcripts evaluated by the Office of Admissions prior to application for program admission.Transfer students who have satisfied the Idaho State University general education requirements, have at least a 2.75 GPA, and have completed the equivalent of at least three of the health education courses listed in #2 above will be considered for admission.

Major in Health Education

Students choosing to major in health education must complete: all University general education requirements for the B.A. or B.S. degree, all core health education requirements, and all courses from one of the two emphasis areas listed below. Students selecting the School Health Emphasis should complete coursework toward a teaching minor or second teaching major. In addition, students wishing to teach must complete all College of Education course requirements.

Emphases

In addition: Credits earned in a health education course with a grade of lower than a "C" will not be counted toward graduation for a health education major. The student must present a current first aid and CPR card to his or her advisor. The student must choose any two of the three courses from the following H E 201 listings: Trust and Self-Esteem, Stress and Emotional Health, Consumer Health.

Addictions Studies Option (21-29 cr):

Health Education Minor

Prerequisites:
Admission to Teacher Education Program
Admission to Health Education Program

Any Health Education majors who wish Idaho CADC certification must complete the following coursework and pass the ISAS Level I exam. Two courses are taught each semester and will be listed in the Class Schedule; contact the Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences to learn which courses will be scheduled in the future.

H E 100 Driver Training and Traffic Safety 1 credit. Basic instruction and procedures in the operation of motor vehicles, defensive driving, and general traffic safety. Classroom, driving simulation, and range and road experience. D

H E 160 Rape Aggression Defense 1 credit. Strategies for self-defense in physically threatening situations. Methods to enhance possibilities for avoidance of physical harm are also covered. Cross-listed as P E and W S 160. F, S

H E 190 Alcohol and Drug Awareness I 1 credit. Essential elements of identification and recognition of behaviors relating to substance abuse; discussion of laws pertaining to illegal substance use; costs and programs that deal primarily with the intervention and treatment of drug and alcohol abuse. F, S

H E 200 Promoting Wellness 3 credits. A survey of the issues and topics that most affect health and wellness. Particular emphasis is placed on the intelligent self-direction of health behaviors. Topics address individual health assessments and decision-making skills. F, S

H E 201 Selected Topics in Health Education 1 credit. Topical courses emphasizing the effects of individual lifestyle choices on health. Topics include: stress and emotional health; consumer health; trust and self esteem. May be repeated for up to 3 credits. F, S

H E 202 Computer Applications in Health 1 credit. A study of the use of word processing, database management, and spreadsheet programs as they apply to health education. Various health education software programs are also explored. F, S, Su

H E 211 Health Education Methods/Elementary 1 credit. A study of subject content of the health education program with emphasis on methods and materials to be used by the elementary classroom teacher. F, D

H E 221 Introduction to Health Education 1 credit. Study of aims, objectives, current practices, similarities and differences in health education in various settings. F, S

H E 230 Introduction to Addictions 3 credits. Four primary aspects of addiction: the physiology of drugs of abuse and chemical addiction, the assessment and diagnosis of chemical dependency, the treatment of addictive disorders, and topics focused on special populations. PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor. Se

H E 232 Helping Theories 3 credits. Provides an introduction to the essential components and techniques of addiction counseling. Students will learn the basic facilitation model, group techniques, counseling theories, issues faced by beginning counselors, and characteristics of the effective counselor. PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor. Su

H E 233 Harmful and Illicit Substances 3 credits. This course is designed to introduce students to drug classification systems and specific drugs within each classification. The psychological and physical effects, signs and symptoms of use, abuse, dependency, overdose, and withdrawal. PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor. Su

H E 234 Blood Borne Illness 1 credit. Provides a basic understanding of blood borne pathogens/infectious diseases within an addictions framework. Promotes competency and ethical responsibility in assessing client needs in regard to blood borne pathogens/infectious diseases. PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor. Se

H E 235 Chemical Dependency and the Family 3 credits. Provides an overview of functional and dysfunctional families, the impact of chemical dependency on individual and family systems; and treatment modalities and appropriate referral resources. PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor. Se

H E 270 Peer Education in Health 2 credits. Covers methods and techniques of presenting health information to college students. Interview required with instructor prior to enrolling. may be repeated for up to 4 credits. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. F, S

H E 287 Healthful Cooking 2 credits. Nutritional components of food, food preparation techniques, and recipe selection and development, all from a health perspective. Emphasis on food products that are both healthful and flavorful. PREREQ: NTD 139 or NTD 239. S

H E 290 Alcohol and Drug Awareness II 1 credit. Case studies of active drug users and recovering addicts; in-depth discussion of the family dynamics of drug/alcohol abusers; medical aspects of chemical dependency. PREREQ: H E 190. F, S

H E 310 Screening and Assessment of Substance Abuse 3 credits. Provides a basic understanding of appraisal techniques within an addictions framework. Promotes competency and ethical responsibility in assessing clients. Enhances the ability to assess client's needs based on clinical knowledge and instrumentation. PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor. Se

H E 311 Case Management of Substance Abuse 3 credits. Provides a basic understanding of case management philosophy and basic case management skills within an addictions framework. Promotes competency and ethical responsibilities. PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor. Se

H E 312 Ethics for the Addictions Counselor 2 credits. Provides information regarding ethical and legal issues in the field of chemical dependency counseling. Topics include values and helping relationships, client's rights and counselor responsibilities. PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor. Se

H E 313 Practicum for the Chemical Dependency Counselor 3 credits. Practical experience in a field based setting congruent with the core functions of a chemical dependency counselor including: assessment, counseling, groups, education, and professional responsibility. PREREQ: Completion of all other Addiction Studies courses. Se

H E 332 Community and Public Health 3 credits. A basic study of the structure and function of community and public health with specific application to the educational setting. S

H E 340L Fitness and Wellness Programs Laboratory 0 credits. Assignments to apply principles from H E 340. COREQ: H E 340. F

H E 350 Driver and Traffic Safety Education I 2 credits. Comprehensive study of factors basic to responsible driving. Practical application to improve driving skills and understanding of the organization, administration, and planning of a driver traffic safety education curriculum. Su

H E 383 Epidemiology 3 credits. The study of the distribution, frequency and determinants of diseases and injuries in human populations with the overall goal of implementing prevention and control programs. F

H E 420 Health Planning, Presentation and Evaluation 3 credits. Provides both a theoretical framework for and skill development in organizing, planning, implementing, and evaluating community health interventions. Key topics include: planning models, assessing community needs, evaluation design, presentation strategies, and budgeting. S

H E g425 Patient Education Skills 1 credit. Explores the organizational and communication skills which promote a positive atmosphere for patient education in clinical and worksite settings. Semesters offered will vary. PREREQ: H E 340 and H E g460 or permission of instructor. S

H E 430 Curriculum and Methods in Health Education 3 credits. Curriculum planning, implementation, methodology, and evaluative procedures utilized in the school health education setting. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of content and practical experiences. S

H E g441 Driver and Traffic Safety Education II 2 credits. Development of student learning activities in driver and traffic safety education. Directed laboratory teaching experience includes teaching of beginning drivers in classroom and behind-the-wheel phases. PREREQ: H E 350. S

H E g442 Environmental Health and Health Education 2 credits. Study of a variety of issues related to protecting and preserving the environment with an emphasis on school and community educational programs. PREREQ: Admission to Health Education program or permission of instructor. S

H E g443 Substance Abuse and Health Education 2 credits. Study of the physical, psychological, sociological, and environmental factors related to drug use with emphasis on school and community prevention programs. PREREQ: Admission to Health Education program or permission of instructor. F

H E g444 Human Diseases and Health Education 2 credits. Study of diseases that affect humans with an emphasis on school and community educational interventions to prevent disease. PREREQ: Admission to Health Education program or permission of instructor. F

H E g445 Human Sexuality and Health Education 2 credits. Study of the multifaceted nature of human sexuality with an emphasis on school and communitylevel educational programs. PREREQ: Admission to Health Education program or permission of instructor. S

H E g460 Health Behavior change Theory and Application 3 credits. Provides a basic understanding of the social, emotional, and lifestyle factors related to health behavior. Strategies designed to identify barriers to behavior and to enhance the health of selected populations are examined. F, Su

H E 473 Health Program Marketing 2 credits. Current marketing trends in the health care marketplace. Consumer orientation; health care marketing plans, strategy development, basic public health and free-enterprise marketing principles. Strategies to promote social change and the importance of core human values of freedom, independence, autonomy, control, fairness, and democracy. F S

H E g485 Independent Problems in Health Education 1-3 credits. Individual work under staff guidance. Field and/or library research on specific health education problems of interest to majors and minors. Permission of instructor. may be repeated for up to 6 credits. F, S, Su

H E 490 Practicum - Health Education 8, 12, or 16 credits. Practical experience in a field based setting, congruent with student's employment goals. Required for community/worksite health option students. PREREQ: Senior standing in Health Education. Graded S/U. F, S, Su

H E g491 Health Education Workshop 1-3 credits. A critical analysis of one or more areas of health education. Limited enrollment. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. F, S, Su

H E g498 Professional Education Development 1-3 credits. A course for the practicing health educator aimed at the development and improvement of educational skills. Various sections will have different subtitles.. Graded S/U. D

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics

The mission of the DPD program at Idaho State University is to provide courses for students to earn a Baccalaureate degree which prepares students to enter into, and to successfully complete an accredited dietetic internship.

The philosophy of the Idaho State University Dietetics Program has been, since its inception, to educate individuals through didactic training and practical experiences in the field of dietetics, and to develop visionary and competent individuals who will be able to understand and to solve complex problems encountered by the professional dietitian. Practical experiences are incorporated in both lecture and laboratory courses in medical nutrition therapy, foodservice systems management and community nutrition.

Prospective students should schedule a conference with the Program Director. The requirements of the program, curriculum, supervised practice experience, and registration examination are explained to prospective and current students in the program.

Completion of the required course work and attainment of a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics makes one eligible to apply for admission into a Dietetic Internship. The graduate must complete a dietetic internship prior to becoming eligible to take the National Registration Exam for Dietetians.

NOTE: Enrollment in the Idaho State University Didactic Program in Dietetics and/or fulfillment of specific requirements does not ensure admission into the Dietetic Internship Program.

Program Goals and Outcome Measures

The following goals and outcome measures were identified in the 2003 Program Assessment Report. These goals and outcome measures reflect the mission and philosophy of the ISU DPD program and are the basis for program evaluation and effectiveness.

Program Goal One: Prepare students to perform competently in a dietetics supervised practice program in preparation to be an entry-level dietitian.

    a.    75% of graduates who apply, will be accepted to a supervised practice program
    b.    90% of graduates will pass the registration exam
    c.    90% of responding graduates will indicate a “satisfactory” response or better that the DPD program prepared them for their supervised practice experience and career as a Registered Dietetian (RD)
    d.    75% of graduates who have finished their supervised practice experience and are seeking employment will be employed within 6 months of passing the RD exam
    e.    90% of graduates from this program will receive satisfactory ratings or higher on their knowledge and skill of dietetics from their employer or supervised practice program director

Program Goal Two: Provide didactic and field experiences for students by continuing cooperative relationships with community, clinical and foodservice management dietitians, other health care professionals and administrators in order to prepare graduates to work in the current health-care environment and in industry.

Maintain a wide variety of experiential sites for foodservice, community and clinical dietetics

a. 90% of responding graduates will indicate “satisfactory” or better that the DPD program prepared them for their supervised practice experience and career as a dietitian.

b. 90% of graduates from this program will receive “satisfactory” ratings or higher from their employer or supervised practice program director

c. 1/3 of Dietetic Advisory Committee (DAC) members will consist of external constituents

10% of graduates will achieve advanced level practice or have a leadership role in a professional organization within 5 years of graduation

Program Goal Three: Provide recruitment and guidance counseling for high school and college students who are interested in the profession of dietetics, as well as retain and mentor excellent students who are in the program.

c. 90% of responding graduates will indicate “satisfactory” or better score with respect to encouragement, respect, motivation, advising and support provided by the program faculty and preceptors

Admission Requirements:

1.      Accumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
2.      Completion of required courses listed under pre-dietetics with no course grade lower than a C in any of the following classes: CHEM 101, 102, 103; BIOL 101, 221, 223, 301, 302; ENG 101, 102: and NTD 104, 204, 239.
3.      Completion of ISU general education requirements is strongly suggested prior to applying and must be completed before graduation.

Students may only apply to the professional component of the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) in the spring semester once requirements are met. Appointments are awarded to begin the following fall semester. Requirements for the DPD include: a 3.0 accumulative grade-point-average or above; completion of several of the ISU General Education requirements including several basic sciences and English, along with pre-requisite food and nutrition courses.

Application Process:

Students may apply to the professional component of the DPD only in the spring semester once requirements are met. Applicants must complete the DPD application, write a letter of application, and include an application fee of $20. In addition, transcripts of all colleges and universities attended other than ISU must be submitted unless required classes taken at other colleges or universities are already listed on the student's ISU transcript. Applications will not be reviewed until all application materials have been received. The application deadline is February 15th.

Application should include the following:

1.      A completed DPD application form.
2.      Official sealed transcripts from all colleges and universities other than ISU (see conditions above)
3.      A typed letter of application stating reasons for selected dietetics as a career and professional goals.
4.      A non-refundable application of $20 (make check payable to the Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences)
5.      Put all materials together in one large envelope and send to the address below.

NOTE: Students accepted into the dietetics program must start the hepatitis B series shots and TB screening. This can be done by the Student Health Center, a private physician, or a clinic. Students under 35 must submit proof of updated and acceptable MMR vaccines (Mumps, Measles, and Rubella.)

Applications should be sent to:

Laura McKnight, MPH, RD, LD
Director, Didactic Program in Dietetics
Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences
Idaho State University
921 S. 8th Ave. STOP 8109
Pocatello, ID 83209-8109

Pre-Dietetics Required Courses

BIOL 101/101L   Biology I, and Lab			4 cr
BIOL 221        Introductory Microbiology		3 cr
BIOL 223        Introductory Microbiology Laboratory	1 cr
BIOL 301        Anatomy and Physiology			4 cr
BIOL 302        Anatomy and Physiology			4 cr
CHEM 101        Introduction to General Chemistry	3 cr
CHEM 102, 103   Introduction to Organic
 		  and Biochemistry, and Lab		4 cr
COMM 101        Principles of Speech			3 cr
ECON 201        Principles of Macro-economics		3 cr
ENGL 101        English Composition			3 cr
ENGL 102        Critical Reading and Writing		3 cr
HE 210          Medical Terminology and Communication	2 cr
MATH 143 College Algebra 3 cr
MATH 253        Introduction to Statistics		3 cr
NTD 104         Foods					3 cr
NTD 204         Meal Management				2 cr
NTD 239         Nutrition				3 cr
PSYC 101        Introduction to General Psychology	3 cr
SOC 101         Introduction to Sociology		3 cr

In addition: University General Education Requirements Goals 6, 7 or 8, 9 or 10A or 10B

Didactic Program in Dietetics Required Courses

ACCT 201        Principles of Accounting I		3 cr
H E 202         Computer Applications in Health		1 cr
MGT 312         Individual and Organizational   
                  Behavior				3 cr 
NTD 300         Medical Nutrition Therapy I		3 cr
NTD 300L        Medical Nutrition Therapy I
                  Laboratory				2 cr
NTD 301         Medical Nutrition Therapy II		3 cr
NTD 301L        Medical Nutrition Therapy II
                   Laboratory				2 cr
NTD 360         Nutrition Through the Lifecycle		3 cr
NTD 312         Quantity Foods 				2 cr   
NTD 312L        Quantity Foods Laboratory		1 cr
NTD 407		Principles of Community Nutrition	3 cr
NTD 408		Applications in Community Nutrition	3 cr
NTD 410         Foodservice Systems Management		3 cr
NTD 410L        Foodservice Systems
                  Management Laboratory			2 cr
NTD g457        Experimental Foods			3 cr
NTD g461        Nutritional Biochemistry I		3 cr
NTD 470         Dietetics Senior Seminar		2 cr
NTD g485        Nutritional Biochemistry II		3 cr
In addition: Electives to total 128 credits. See advisor regarding class sequencing.

Dietetic Internship Program (DI)

The mission of the ISU Dietetic Internship (DI) Program is to provide a supervised postgraduate practical experience that exceeds the performance requirements of the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE), which prepares interns for successful completion of the registration exam and entry-level practice.

The DI Program provides for supervised experience in clinical, community, and administrative dietetics leading to a certificate of completion. Graduates of the Dietetic Internship Program will be eligible to take the National Registration Exam for Dietitians.

Program Eligibility & Admission:

Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics, Family and Consumer Sciences (Home Economics), or Food and Nutrition and have completed Didactic Program in Dietetics requirements as established by The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CADE) of the American Dietetic Association, 120 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, Illinois, 60606-6995. Phone: 800-877-1600.
A minimum grade point average of 3.00 is required for admission.
Fifteen (15) students, seven (7) in Pocatello and eight (8) in Boise, will be admitted to the program with the April computer match, with a start date in August.

NOTE: Enrollment in the Idaho State University Didactic Program in Dietetics and/or fulfillment of specific requirements does not ensure admission into the Dietetic Internship Program.

New students are admitted to the Dietetic Internship Program for the fall semester. Candidates should submit all application materials no later than February 15th for admission the following fall semester. Application packets can be obtained from the Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences at (208) 282-2729. A $50 non-refundable fee will be charged for processing applications.

Program Goals and Outcomes

Program Goal #1: Prepare interns to become professionally competent registered dietitians through a comprehensive supervised practice experience.

Outcome measures:

Ninety percent of interns will complete the program.
Ninety percent of interns who complete the program will take the exam within 1 year of completion
Ninety percent of interns who take the RD exam will pass on the first time.
Mean registration exam scores will be greater than or equal to the national average.
Ninety percent of working RD’s will be satisfied that the DI program adequately prepared them for careers in dietetics.
Ninety percent of RD’s will receive satisfactory ratings from employers.

Program Goal #2: Develop effective and self-reliant professionals who are committed to lifelong learning.

Outcome Measures:

Interns will rate the session on CDR Professional Development Portfolio as useful or higher greater than or equal to 80%.
Ten percent of the alumni will seek graduate degrees, obtain specialty certification or have a leadership role in a professional organization.

Program Overview

Internship Components:	Community dietetics, clinical dietetics, and food service management are all major areas of emphasis. Interns rotate through various sites including: medical centers, university food services, long-term care facilities, local health departments, local school district, a diabetes center, nephrology center, and out-patient clinics.
Number of Positions:	There are fifteen (15) internship positions - Eight (8) interns in Boise, and seven (7) interns in Pocatello
Selection Process:	Applicants are primarily ranked according to their grade point average (minimum 3.0), work experience and references. Finalists will go through a 15-20 minute interview.
Internship Length:	The length of the internship is two academic semesters: Fall (August through mid-December) and Spring (mid-January through mid-May).
Weekly Time Requirement:	Approximately 40 hours-per-week are spent in seminars and rotations. An additional 20 hours-per-week are usually required for preparation and completing assignments. Interns work in facilities Tuesday through Friday, and Monday is spent in seminar. Travel time has not been included, but some rotations are 20-50 miles away.

Housing

Dietetic Internship students may choose to live in University housing or in a variety of off-campus sites. In Boise, no university housing is available.

Transportation

Each student should have his or her own car or, at least, access to one. Some rotation sites are up to fifty miles away (e.g. Pocatello to Idaho Falls).

Liability for safety in travel to and from assigned rotation sites will rest on the individual dietetic intern. In no way does the Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences or Idaho State University assume liability for interns for safety in travel to and from assigned rotation sites.

Send POCATELLO Application to:

Idaho State University
Andrea Grim, MS, RD, LD
Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences
921 S. 8th Ave; STOP 8109
Pocatello, ID 83209-8109

Send BOISE Application to:

Idaho State University - Boise
Ruth Schneider, MPH, RD, LD
12301 W. Explorer Dr., Suite 102
Boise, ID 83713

Required Courses*

NTD 488 Internship in Dietetics I 15 cr
NTD 489 Internship in Dietetics II 15 cr

*A $1000 course fee will be applied in addition to tuition for each NTD 488 and NTD 489.

Nutrition and Dietetics Courses

Semester codes are shown at the end of each course description: F = Fall; S = Spring; Su = Summer; D = "Demand"--which means that when a cohort of students reaches the point in the degree curriculum when a course is required that is not normally taught each semester, the department will teach the course.

NTD 104 Foods 3 credits. Fundamental processes underlying food preparation with emphasis on the chemical and physical properties of foods. Lecture and laboratory. F

NTD 139 Consumer Nutrition 3 credits. Introduction to nutrition, relationships among food choices, levels of nutrition, health of the individual and family. Experiences in dietary analysis, label and advertising critiques, and discussions of current trends. Designed for non-science majors. F, S

NTD 204 Meal Management 2 credits. Management of money, time, and energy for the selection, preparation, and service of nutritious meals to fit current lifestyles. Lecture and laboratory. PREREQ: NTD 104. S

NTD 239 Nutrition 3 credits. Descriptive survey of nutrients required by the human body and the health consequences of nutrition practices. Study of food sources and proper dietary selection needed to fulfill human needs. PREREQ: CHEM 101; CHEM 102 recommended. F, S

NTD 300 Medical Nutrition Therapy I 3 credits. Medical nutrition therapy for the prevention and treatment of diseases including obesity, eating disorders, diseases of the liver and gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular disease and diabetes mellitus. PREREQ: Acceptance into Didactic Program in Dietetics. COREQ: NTD 300L. F

NTD 300L Medical Nutrition Therapy I Lab 2 credits (6 contact hours). Introduction to the profession of dietetics and medical nutrition therapy. Development of nutrition assessment skills, care plans and modified diet writing. PREREQ: NTD 239, BIOL 301, and BIOL 302. COREQ: NTD 300. F

NTD 301 Medical Nutrition Therapy II 3 credits. Medical nutrition therapy in treatment of neurological and metabolic disorders, enteral and parenteral nutrition, HIV/AIDS, renal, pulmonary, neoplastic diseases, food allergies and intolerance. PREREQ: NTD 300 and NTD 300L. COREQ: NTD 301L. S

NTD 301L Medical Nutrition Therapy II Lab 2 credits. Advanced skills in nutrition assessment, charting and documentation in the healthcare setting. PREREQ: NTD 300 and NTD 300L. COREQ: NTD 301. S

NTD 312 Quantity Foods 2 credits. Principles and procedures for preparation of quantity food. Experiences in food production facilities with coordination of management principles through cost control, supervision, and food production. Two hours lecture. PREREQ: NTD 104 and NTD 204. COREQ: NTD 312L. F

NTD 312L Quantity Foods Laboratory 1 credit. Practical application of food production methods in various facilities. COREQ: NTD 312. F

NTD 340 Nutrition for Health Professionals 3 credits. Nutrition through the lifecycle, function of nutrients in the body, medical nutrition therapy in the treatment and prevention of diseases. COREQ: BIOL 301. F, S

NTD 360 Nutrition Through the Lifecycle 3 credits. Nutrition in pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and senior adulthood. Physiological changes during the lifecycle and changing nutrient needs. PREREQ: NTD 239. F

NTD 407 Principles of Community Nutrition 3 credits. Introduction to nutritional programming and education in community and public health settings. Emphasis on principles of needs assessments, program planning, implementation and evaluation. Discussion of national nutrition status, food insecurity and identification those at highest risk. PREREQ: NTD 360, or NTD 239 and permission of instructor. F

NTD 408 Applications in Community Nutrition 3 credits. Application of nutritional programming and education in community and public health settings. Emphasis on conducting needs assessments, program planning, implementation and evaluation, nutrition presentations and nutrition counseling skills development. PREREQ: NTD 407. S

NTD g409 Professional Readings 1-3 credits. Identification and investigation of conceptual ideas about the relationship of programs, trends, legislation, and developments in food and nutrition. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D

NTD 410 Foodservice Systems Management 3 credits. Principles and concepts of foodservice management planning, organization, and controls. Development of skills through projects in foodservice facilities. PREREQ: NTD 312 and NTD 312L. COREQ: NTD 410L. S

NTD 410L Foodservice Systems Management Laboratory 2 credits. Practical application of foodservice management skills in various facilities. COREQ: NTD 410. S

NTD g439 Sports Nutrition 3 credits. Nutrition recommendations for competitive and recreational athletic performance. Rationale for nutrition practices through an examination of individual nutrient metabolism. Controversies and misinformation addressed. PREREQ: NTD 239. F

NTD g457 Experimental Foods 3 credits. Development of experimental methods and their application to cookery and food technology; preparation of student for independent investigation in foods; acquaintance with literature in the field. Two hours lecture/four hours laboratory. PREREQ: Junior standing and NTD 104. F

NTD g461 Nutritional Biochemistry I 3 credits. Advanced study of nutrition science, including protein, carbohydrate, lipid, vitamin, and mineral metabolism. Introduction to research methodology and professional literature. PREREQ: NTD 239, CHEM 101, CHEM 102, and CHEM 103 or higher levels of chemistry including inorganic, organic, and biochemistry. F

NTD 470 Dietetics Senior Seminar 2 credits. Current issues in food and nutrition. Discussion of research and application to practice. PREREQ: Senior in Dietetics. S

NTD g481 Special Problems in Nutrition and Dietetics 1-2 credits. Students select problems on the basis of special needs, interests, or abilities and work on them independently in the laboratory, library, or community, with regular conferences with the advisor. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D

NTD g485 Nutritional Biochemistry II 3 credits. Human metabolism in health and disease. Emphasizes interrelationships among hormones, carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins and minerals within tissues and organs. PREREQ: NTD g461 or permission of instructor. S

NTD 488 Internship in Dietetics I 15 credits. Supervised field experience at regional health care facilities, food service establishments, and community programs. PREREQ: Admission into Dietetic Internship program. Graded S/U. F, S

NTD 489 Internship in Dietetics II 15 credits. Continuation of NTD 488 with supervised field experience at regional health care facilities and food service establishments and community programs. Emphasis on entry level skills in clinical, community, and administrative dietetics. PREREQ: NTD 488. Graded S/U. F, S

NTD g492 Special Problems in Nutrition and Dietetics 1-2 credits. Students select problems on the basis of special needs, interests, or abilities and work on them independently in the laboratory, library, or community, with regular conferences with the advisor. PREREQ: Permission of instructor. D

Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences

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About Us

Department Objectives

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Health Education

Health Education Program Goals and Objectives

Admission to Health Education Program

Transfer Students

Major in Health Education

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Addictions Studies Option (21-29 cr):

Health Education Minor

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics

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Dietetic Internship Program (DI)

Nutrition and Dietetics Courses