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MPH* (Community Nutrition Specialization)
Description
The Master of Public Health Program (MPH*) with a specialization in
Community Nutrition provides advanced level preparation in community
nutrition practice and entry level preparation in general dietetics.
The entry level component has been accredited by the Dietitians of
Canada and graduates of the MPH* are eligible for membership in
Dietitians of Canada and other provincial regulatory bodies such as
the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
The MPH* (Community Nutrition Specialization) emphasizes principles
of adult education: self-assessment, self-directed learning,
critical reflection, as well as the importance of continuous
learning. It is administered jointly by the Dalla Lana School of
Public Health and the Department of Nutritional Sciences.
Goal
The MPH* Program in Community Nutrition prepares students to be
critically reflective practitioners with the knowledge and skills to
work in a variety of community health roles throughout their
careers.
Objectives
MPH* (Community Nutrition Specialization) students will:
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Develop intellectual capacities that enable
them to critically analyze information and solve problems
creatively
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Develop ethical capacities so as to be
aware of and respond appropriately to ethical aspects of
practice
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Develop the competence required for entry
level dietetic practice (professional practice, assessment,
planning, implementation, evaluation and communication)
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Understand the scope and conceptual basis
underlying advanced community nutrition practice and will
develop their capacities, knowledge and skills to work as
partners in interdisciplinary community health teams in a
variety of work settings
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Develop expertise according to their own
unique interests and needs
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Develop the capacity to assess and find
ways to satisfy life-long learning needs
MPH* (Community Nutrition Specialization) Information: Ann Fox
Inquiries: Melanie Morris - 416-978-2345 or
melanie.morris@utoronto.ca
*known as the MHSc degree prior to September 1, 2009.
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