Health and Nutrition Sciences
Chairperson in Exercise Science and Physical Education: Susana Juniu
Office: University Hall, Room 4143
Phone: (973) 655-7093
Email: junius@mail.montclair.edu
Chairperson in Health and Nutrition Sciences: Eva Goldfarb
Office: University Hall, Room 4161
Phone: (973) 655-4154
Email: goldfarbe@mail.montclair.edu
Graduate Coordinator in Exercise Science and Physical Education: Michele Fisher
Office: University Hall, Room 4109
Phone: (973) 655-7120
Email: fisherm@mail.montclair.edu
Graduate Coordinator in Health and Nutrition Sciences: Shahla Wunderlich
Office: University Hall, Room 4018
Phone: (973) 655-4373
Email: wunderlichs@mail.montclair.edu
Overview
The graduate certificate program in Nutrition and Exercise Science provides students the opportunity to gain knowledge in the closely related fields of nutrition and exercise science. The program is designed to develop and enhance competencies necessary for creating applied nutrition and exercise programs for clients interested in wellness and weight management. Both theoretical and practical approaches are emphasized throughout the program. Students are required to take two courses from each of the content areas and one elective, yielding a total of 15-16 semester hours. The certificate issued by Montclair State University signifies completion of the specified coursework. This program does not lead to a Master's degree or certification in the respective fields of Nutrition and Exercise Science. However, students who apply for a Master's degree program after the completion of this certificate may transfer some coursework toward the degree.
Admission
Students must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative grade point
average of 2.5 on a 4-point scale. Applicants must also have evidence of previous coursework in anatomy and physiology,
chemistry (including a lab), nutrition, and physiology of exercise. Students lacking adequate preparation may be required
to take additional coursework at the undergraduate level as a prerequisite to entry in the certificate program.
Course Requirements:
| Required Courses |
| Number |
Name |
Hours |
| NUFD 560 |
Advanced Nutrition Counseling for Diverse Population Groups |
3 |
| NUFD 581 |
Nutrition Education |
3 |
| PEMJ 541 |
Aerobic Exercise: Testing and Programming |
3 |
| PEMJ 543 |
Anaerobic Exercise: Testing and Programming |
3 |
| |
| Elective Course (select one) |
| Number |
Name |
Hours |
| NUFD 501 |
Principles of Nutrition |
4 |
| NUFD 577 |
Social Marketing in Nutrition |
3 |
| NUFD 580 |
Current Applications in Nutrition |
3 |
| NUFD 585 |
Food and Nutrition Issues |
3 |
| PEMJ 508 |
Management and Supervision in Sport and Fitness |
3 |
| PEMJ 539 |
Advanced Exercise Physiology |
3 |
| PEMJ 540 |
Applied Exercise Physiology |
3 |
| PEMJ 546 |
Principles of Sports Conditioning |
3 |
| |
| PROGRAM TOTAL: 15-16 credits |
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