Certificato di Laurea in Educazione Nutrizionale

The 100% online Graduate Certificate in Nutrition Education from American University provides a focused study of nutrition programming, methods, and interventions. It is designed for students who have previously earned a bachelor's degree and are ready to expand their nutrition skill set through continued education. Coursework can be completed in just one year.

Study in a flexible format and learn from expert faculty who have relevant nutrition expertise. As a student, you'll complete six courses for a total of 18 credits. If you decide to continue your education with a master's degree before you've completed 12 credits of certificate coursework, you can transfer all of your credits into American's online Master of Science in Nutrition Education program. If you decide to pursue the MSNE after completing 12 credits of certificate coursework, you can transfer six credits.

Coursework explores relevant topics like lifecycle nutrition, education approaches, nutrition for health, and health in the school environment to enhance your scientific knowledge and nutrition education skills. Electives are built into the curriculum for a customizable learning experience.

Graduates of this program have the knowledge and expertise to translate the latest research and theory into practice. When you complete your program, you will have a deep understanding of nutrition and health recommendations for roles in government, community agencies, schools, nonprofits, businesses, and more.

At American University, our smart, passionate and engaged students and faculty focus their knowledge to create meaningful change. Our strengths in international service and public affairs inspire our sense of social responsibility and a dedication to cultural and intellectual diversity. We’re defined by our global perspective, practical idealism and a dedication to public service.

American University is a private, college-centered research university located in the nation’s capital. It was chartered by the United States Congress in 1893 to build public service, and is now home to a prestigious faculty, guest speakers and visiting world leaders who are influential practitioners and prominent thought leaders.

Join us in creating new opportunities for yourself while you help create a better world. Become part of the network of ambitious achievers, compassionate leaders and socially aware citizens at American University.

American University was recognized by Princeton Review, Best Colleges 2022, with the title of College Gets High Marks and ranked the following:

• #79 Best National School — U.S. News & World Report, American's Best Colleges 2022
• #91 Best Value School — U.S. News & World Report, American's Best Colleges 2022

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Online Student Experience

American University online programs are delivered through a format that’s convenient, flexible and portable. Like on-campus, students talk about their coursework and current issues with classmates, ask instructors questions and turn in assignments, but it’s all done via email, discussion boards, instant messaging and more.

Online courses at American University are as rigorous and challenging as their on-campus counterparts and taught by the same connected faculty members, influential guest speakers, and prominent lecturers. Interaction and communication with instructors and fellow students are essential components of the programs and academic success.

Online students have access to many support resources including new student orientation, a 24x7 help desk for technical issues, a student services coordinator, financial aid advisers and more.