The minor in nutrition (21 units) is available to all students at CBU but especially those pursuing degrees in education, nursing, health education and kinesiology. The nutrition minor is intended to increase knowledge of nutrition issues and is not equivalent to the registered dietician license. This minor does not provide a license to practice therapeutic nutrition.
This class provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of normal nutrition, food science and their relation to the health and physical fitness of individuals. Also includes a discussion of the career opportunities within nutrition and sciences, and the computer software pertinent to the field. (3 Units)
Instructor | Start Date | Days | Time | Location |
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NFS101-A Amankwaah, Akua F. |
09/02/2025 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Adams Business Park A21 |
NFS101-A Amankwaah, Akua F. |
01/12/2026 | TTh | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Adams Business Park A21 |
Complete 18 units from the following courses:
This course addresses the exploration and application of education, psychosocial, and spiritual components of health behaviors. Behavior change theory, principles, predictive models, and their application to health behavior change programs and interventions will be investigated. (3 Units)
Instructor | Start Date | Days | Time | Location |
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HSC410-B Kim, Sangmin |
09/02/2025 | T | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Health Science Campus ONLN |
HSC410-A Kim, Sangmin |
09/02/2025 | MW | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Health Science Campus ONLN |
HSC410-A Kim, Sangmin |
01/12/2026 | MW | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Health Science Campus ONLN |
This class will provide a rapidly moving study of nutrition in the lifecycle from infancy through advancing years. Emphasis will be placed on the application of nutritional requirements and guidelines in each age group to dietary planning and intake. (3 Units)
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NFS300-A Estrada, Lindsay Michelle |
09/02/2025 | MW | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | Adams Business Park ONLN |
Study of the community-based programs with nutrition components, including work-site wellness, health promotion, schools, day-care programs, and health clinics. Programs in these areas include nutrition screening and assessment, feeding programs and assistance, plus health promotion and disease prevention. (3 Units)
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NFS310-A Fahnestock, Lindsay Ann |
09/02/2025 | MW | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Health Science Campus ONLN |
NFS310-A Amankwaah, Akua F. |
01/12/2026 | MW | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Adams Business Park ONLN |
Introduction to biochemistry with particular emphasis on nutrition and its effect on metabolism. Prerequisite: NFS101 (3 Units)
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NFS320-A Reed, Natalie Ana |
01/12/2026 | T | 12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Adams Business Park ONLN |
This course will teach advanced topics in specialized nutrition and food sciences areas such as sports nutrition, quantity foods, planning therapeutic diets, maternal and child nutrition, personal nutrition, nutrient-drug interactions, food safety, and current issues. The specific topic will be announced each semester. Prerequisite: NFS101 (3 Units)
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NFS400-A Fahnestock, Lindsay Ann |
09/02/2025 | MW | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | Health Science Campus ONLN |
This course provides a scientific basis for introduction to biochemistry and physiology of human chronic diseases, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, renal disease, cancer, metabolic disorders, with emphasis on nutrition-related principles and intervention. (3 Units)
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NFS455-A Amankwaah, Akua F. |
09/02/2025 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Adams Business Park A21 |
Scientific study on basis of nutritional assessment using anthropometric, dietary, biochemical, and clinical tests and criteria. Prerequisite: NFS101 (3 Units)
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NFS460-A Amankwaah, Akua F. |
01/12/2026 | TTh | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Adams Business Park A21 |