The graduate certificate in Health Disparities & Nutrition is an exploration of the determinants of the disparities in health and healthcare in the United States with an overview of the field of public health such as public health competencies, health disparities, cultural competence, and public health ethics. Certificate also introduces statistical concepts and analytical methods as applied to data encountered in biomedical sciences. Basic principles of human nutrition, functions of nutrients, and the relationship between food choices and health will be covered. Certificate also prepare students for presentation of nutrition information to individuals and groups in a variety of community settings.
Total Hours
14