Buffalo State University – Master of Science – Dietetics

Buffalo State University

Degree Offered: Master of Science (MS) in Dietetics

Program Summary:

  • Research-focused master’s program offered in a 100% online format for those seeking an advanced degree in clinical nutrition
    for practice in acute care, long-term care, community nutrition, and private practice.
  • Faculty have extensive experience as practicing RDNs
  • Non-NYS (New York State) resident students who do not have a permanent or local presence in NYS may be eligible for the online
    out of state rate
  • Designated as a SUNY Online Plus Program: https://explore.suny.edu/programs/buffalo-state-university-dietetics-master-1700000000440
  • Buffalo State Dietetics was one of the first six coordinated programs in the country, established more than 50 years ago.
    Our history brings a wealth of experience.
  • For more information, visit the https://suny.buffalostate.edu/programs/dietetics or reach out directly to Dr. Tina Colaizzo-Anas, PhD, RD-AP, CDN, CNSC, FAND, at colaiztm@buffalostate.edu.

Buffalo State University (Master of Science – Dietetics) – 24 Month Program Schedule

August Start Date (Fall Semester)

Semester Course Title Credits
Fall I NFS 605
NFS 607
Current Trends in Nutrition
Experiential Learning in Weight Management and Diabetes
3
3
Spring I NFS 612
NFS 689
Nutrition Counseling
Methods Nutrition Research
3
3
Summer NFS 571* Experiential Learn. In Food Science Systems in Health Care (consider PAL)* 3
Fall II
NutraCo DI begins
NFS 609
Elective*
Experiential Learning Advance Medical Nutrition Therapy
NFS 550 Graduate Course Challenge* or elective
3
3
Spring II
NutraCo DI continues
NFS 061
HEW 605
NFS 690
Leadership and Project Management in Dietetics
Epidemiology
Master’s Project
3
3
3

*May be considered for prior assessment of learning via University course challenge

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Accreditation Information

NutraCo Dietetic Internship is currently granted full accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics