Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Public Health – Nutrition
Help Communities Develop Healthy Lifestyles with Liberty’s B.S. in Public Health – Nutrition
By pursuing your Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Public Health – Nutrition, you can acquire a comprehensive understanding of the crucial role nutrition plays in promoting public health and well-being throughout communities. During your time as a student, you can delve into various subjects, such as public health principles, chronic diseases, and community nutrition.
Our bachelor’s in public health – nutrition program is designed to provide you with a strong foundation in nutritional science, exploring the intricate relationships between food, nutrients, and human health. You can develop the skills needed to assess dietary patterns, create personalized nutrition plans, and address public health concerns related to nutrition. Through engaging coursework and practical experiences, you can enhance your knowledge of metabolism, nutrient requirements, and the impact of nutrition on communities.
Whether your goal is to teach others about nutrition domestically or internationally, pursue your Master of Public Health (MPH) in Nutrition, or apply to a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist program, this degree can help provide you with the skills and resources you need.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- As a student, you will be able to participate in an internship and/or collaborate on research projects with professors to gain extensive hands-on experience in your field before graduation.
- Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health is accredited by CEPH, the Council on Education for Public Health.
- Our B.S. in Public Health – Nutrition program will help train you to enter the public health workforce with an emphasis on assessing and assisting with community-based nutrition needs.
- You will have the opportunity to receive the following certifications while in the public health program: First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
What Will You Learn?
- Public health nutrition historical foundations that have influenced policies, programs, and practices
- Public health principles and their applications
- The development and delivery of nutrition products and services to individuals, groups, and populations
- The use of evidence-based research methods to help evaluate dietary patterns and assess alternative health practices to ensure healthy choices
- Ways to analyze population health data, identify health disparities, and design effective interventions to promote nutrition education and healthy eating habits within communities
Potential Career Opportunities for B.S. in Public Health – Nutrition Graduates
- Government community health and food advisor
- Nutrition community health program planner
- Nutrition health coach
- Nutrition program evaluator
- Worksite wellness program administrator
Internships and Resources Available to B.S. in Public Health – Nutrition Students
- Gain hands-on experience before graduation with an internship opportunity.
- Liberty University offers one of the largest accredited Master of Public Health programs in the U.S., should you wish to continue your education.
- Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Health is accredited by CEPH, the Council on Education for Public Health, helping you become eligible to pursue jobs in local government, the federal government, and the military.
- You can obtain certifications in the following areas: First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 19, 2024
Accreditation
CEPH
