MPH* Community Nutrition Specialization

Description

The Master of Public Health (MPH*) degree 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* degree with a specialization in Community Nutrition 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* students will:

1. Develop intellectual capacities that enable them to critically analyze information and solve problems creatively
2. Develop ethical capacities so as to be aware of and respond appropriately to ethical aspects of practice
3. Develop the competence required for entry level dietetic practice (professional practice, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and communication)
4. 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
5. Develop expertise according to their own unique interests and needs
6. Develop the capacity to assess and find ways to satisfy life-long learning needs

If you have any questions or would like further information about this program, please contact Melanie Morris by email (melanie.morris@utoronto.ca) or by telephone (416-978-2345).

*known as the MHSc degree prior to September 1, 2009.

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