MS In Nutrition And Exercise Physiology Offers Edge in Lifestyle/Nutrition Adviser Career


Posted December 31, 2013 by ericmfrench

Wexford’s online masters degree imparts specialized learning with measurable competencies

 
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (December 31, 2013) – If you are keen on landing in a career of weight management consultant, nutrition adviser, healthy living coach, author, lifestyle consultant, health club operator, or any other profile in similar fields, then Wexford University’s ‘Master Of Science Degree In Nutrition And Exercise Physiology’ online program is what you should join http://wexford.edu/degree-programs/master-of-science-degree-in-nutrition-and-exercise/.

Graduates of this online ‘MS in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology’ program are imparted specialized learning with measurable competencies relevant to the degree, the profession and credentialing standards in the health and fitness industry.

The primary purpose is to provide students with the academic and research skills necessary for doctoral study in health and fitness and related disciplines. The program prepares students for successful careers in clinically oriented environments with an emphasis on evidence-based practices, such as exercise prescription and clinical applications. However, this degree program is not intended to prepare the student for any particular registration or licensing.

The objectives of this online MS in nutrition science and exercise physiology are: (1) Develop content knowledge and disciplinary concepts at expert level in the fields of exercise physiology and nutrition; (2) Enable MS candidates to demonstrate reflection and critical thinking for application in professional practice. This module includes development of exercise and nutrition objectives and the application of research from experts in the field. (3) Enable MS students to showcase evidence-based knowledge and skills, using best practices for assessing needs and for designing, implementing and evaluating health-based programs; (4) Equip MS students to display professional behaviors, including commitment to excellence, valuing diversity and collaboration, service to others, and techniques for lifelong learning; and (5) Prepare each student in a way that they can articulate a philosophy that recognizes physical activity programs as important to the health and well-being of individuals, and a belief that physical activity can promote greater human performance through both physical and psychological expressions.

Courses in ‘Master of Science Degree in Nutrition And Exercise Physiology’ lay emphasis on physiology (biochemistry) of exercise, metabolism, skeletal muscle, pulmonary and cardiovascular systems; advanced nutrition throughout the lifespan; human nutrition; sports-focused nutrition; motor control and motor learning; science of metabolic conditioning; ergogenic aids, exercise and sports supplements, and so on.
About Wexford University:

Wexford University has made ‘tuition unit pricing’ and ‘tuition payment options’ for this online program flexible so that students are able to choose a plan/option according to their individual budget http://wexford.edu/online-degree-tuition/.
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Last Updated December 31, 2013