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Apply Mind-Body Practices to Your Functional Nutrition Interventions
Our M.S.-to-Ph.D. Pathway in Integrative and Functional Nutrition: Mind-Body Medicine Specialization program prepares you to become a well-rounded nutrition expert who can provide an enhanced level of treatment by applying the philosophy, science, and techniques of mind-body medicine to your clients’ intervention plans.
Within the Mind-Body Medicine Specialization curriculum, you can explore sustainable and complementary wellness solutions that go beyond symptom relief to restore the balance between mind, body, and spirit, including meditation, movement modalities, mindfulness applications, Ayurvedic Medicine, and more.
Upon acceptance, you will enter directly into the Ph.D. program and follow the advanced research course sequence required of doctoral students. When you have completed the 40 credits required for the master’s degree, you will be awarded your M.S. in Integrative and Functional Nutrition degree without pausing or taking time off from your Ph.D. program.
The M.S.-to-Ph.D. Pathway in Integrative and Functional Nutrition: Mind-Body Medicine Specialization program fulfills the current academic requirements for the Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) credential from the American Nutrition Association. This program is also designed to meet the core academic requirements for the Certified Clinical Nutritionist (CCN) credential from the Clinical Nutrition Certification Board.
The M.S.-to-Ph.D. Pathway in Integrative and Functional Nutrition: Mind-Body Medicine Specialization program does not lead to eligibility for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
Other Integrative and Functional Nutrition Programs
Interested in another Integrative and Functional Nutrition program? We offer multiple options that may align more closely with your goals.
- M.S. in Integrative and Functional Nutrition
- M.S. in Integrative and Functional Nutrition: Mind-Body Medicine Specialization
- Ph.D. in Integrative and Functional Nutrition
- Ph.D. in Integrative and Functional Nutrition: Mind-Body Medicine Specialization
M.S.-to-Ph.D. Pathway in Integrative and Functional Nutrition Job Outcomes
Upon graduation, you will have the skill set to pursue rewarding career opportunities in:
- Research
- Nutrition consulting
- Product development
- Higher education
- Health program development
- Public health
- Food and culinary settings
*Some elective courses may have a Community Learning Experience or Residential Learning Experience component, which would require in-person residencies.
Program Components
Admissions Requirements
Applicants for the M.S.-to-Ph.D. Pathway in Integrative and Functional Nutrition: Mind-Body Medicine Specialization degree must submit the following documents:
- An official transcript from an accredited university demonstrating successful completion of a bachelor’s degree, with a 3.0 GPA or better
- Preference is given to those with a B.S. in the health, life, or physical sciences (e.g., nutrition, exercise physiology, biochemistry, chemistry)
- Professional resume or CV
- Personal statement
- Writing sample (if the department chair determines the personal statement contains grammatical mistakes, spelling errors, or poorly organized text)
- Official transcripts showing completion of undergraduate science courses in the past 10 years, with a minimum of a B in each, including 3 credit units in each of the following:
- Biochemistry or organic chemistry
- Anatomy and/or physiology
- Human nutrition
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Saybrook University remains committed to keeping higher education affordable and accessible. Our Financial Aid Department is ready to offer guidance and support in determining suitable financial assistance tailored to your needs, including potential scholarship opportunities, grants, and more.
Cost
Saybrook wants you to have the information you need to make an informed decision about your academic and career aspirations. Our cost calculator provides an estimated cost of attending Saybrook to earn your M.S. and Ph.D. in Integrative and Functional Nutrition: Mind-Body Medicine Specialization degrees.
Sample Courses
Foundations of Integrative and Functional Nutrition
You will expand upon your knowledge of basic nutrition science and gain a foundational understanding of integrative and functional approaches to nutrition. This course reviews the fundamental principles and perspectives of conventional, traditional, integrative, and functional medical models to identify best practices for nutritional care.
Mind-Body Therapies and Practices
This three-credit course provides a foundational introduction to the principles and approaches of mind-body-spirit wellness. You will be introduced to the research and the practices that support health, wellness, and healing outcomes. Through readings, discussions, and practices, you will have opportunities to integrate these principles and techniques personally and professionally.
Catalog
Please refer to our academic catalog for more information on the M.S.-to-Ph.D. Pathway in Integrative and Functional Nutrition: Mind-Body Medicine Specialization program.
Career Outcomes
Saybrook University prepares you to make an impact in a variety of high-demand careers. Below, you will find possible career options and salaries associated with an online functional nutrition degree.
Data is pulled by a third-party tool called Lightcast, which includes data from sources including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. Census Bureau, online job postings, and other government databases. The information below represents a regional and national career outlook related to the Integrative and Functional Nutrition degree program*. Saybrook University is dedicated to assisting you in achieving your career goals.
*Many degree programs are intended to fulfill licensure requirements in specific states. The data shown here may not represent the state where you currently reside. For more information on how this program is applicable to the requirements of your state, please speak with your admissions specialist.
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University Learning Experience
Our M.S.-to-Ph.D. Pathway in Integrative and Functional Nutrition: Mind-Body Medicine Specialization program is a 100% online program. While the core of this program is completed asynchronously, there may be some required synchronous, online features depending on the elective courses you have selected. We call this a Virtual Learning Experience (VLE). In addition to the VLE, you will begin your studies with a virtual Welcome Week. Welcome Week activities, including a program orientation, are held online during the week before the start of Fall and Spring semesters. Optional in-person Community Learning Experiences (CLE) are also available for you to explore.
Integrative and Functional Nutrition Faculty
Saybrook’s Integrative and Functional Nutrition faculty are practitioner-scholars dedicated to advancing their field through continued practice and comprehensive instruction. Meet some of our faculty members below.
Department Chair, Integrative and Functional Nutrition
- Associate Professor, Integrative and Functional Nutrition
- Past President, Florida Public Health Association
- Past Co-President, Broward Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
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