The Advanced Certificate in Public Health Nutrition is a 15-credit program offered online and in-person for students and professionals interested in deepening their understanding of the relationship between nutrition and public health. This program prepares individuals for careers focused on health promotion and chronic disease reduction through educational initiatives and environmental strategies for improved nutrition.
Who Should Enroll?
The Advanced Certificate in Public Health Nutrition can be completed by individuals as a stand-alone certificate, or by NYU students enrolled in the following MPH programs:
Upon completion of the MPH and the certificate, students will have completed a total of 52 credits. The certificate is 15 credits, but only 3 certificate courses (9 credits) may be double-counted with the MPH (46 credits, which includes 9 double-counted credits, plus 6 additional credits).
International Students who pursue the certificate with the MPH are not allowed to receive a Program Extension as the certificate is not required to complete the MPH program. Therefore, they must complete the certificate by the time they graduate from their MPH.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the Advanced Certificate in Public Health Nutrition, students will be able to:
- Identify and assess diet and nutritional status related health problems among diverse populations.
- Describe key factors that contribute to malnutrition risk among populations.
- Communicate nutrition-related information both orally and in writing.
- Analyze programs or policies aimed at improving food security health status among diverse populations.
- Critically evaluate and interpret nutrition research findings and their implications for the development of nutrition policies.
Courses
Required (6 credits):
GPH-GU 2213/5213 Public Health Nutrition (3) (Spring)*
GPH-GU 2115/5115 Introduction to Principles of Nutrition in Public Health (3) (Fall)*
Electives (choose three; 9 credits):
GPH-GU 2217 Food Policy for Public Health (3) (Fall or Spring)
GPH-GU 2342/5342 Global Issues in Public Health Nutrition (3) (Spring)*
GPH-GU 5130 Food Marketing and Communications (3) (Spring)*
GPH-GU 2344 Maternal and Child Nutrition in Public Health (3) (Fall or Spring)
GPH-GU 2275/5275 Nutrition Epidemiology for Public Health (3) (Spring)*
* offered online
How Do I Apply?
Current GPH students can apply through this application. All other applicants must submit applications online through SOPHAS Express, the common application for schools and programs of public health. In order to be eligible for the certificate, you must hold the following:
- Bachelor's degree or US equivalent from an accredited institution
- Minimum 2.75 cumulative undergraduate GPA
To apply, you must submit your application as well as the following materials:
- Scanned copies of transcripts for all post-secondary education completed, regardless of whether a degree was awarded
- Resume or CV
- Personal statement of no longer than 1200 words expressing a rationale for pursuing the certificate
- 1 letter of support from either a professional or academic reference
Financial Aid
You may be eligible for federal financial aid and/or private educational loans to pursue the certificate program. Learn more about your options for aid from GPH’s Office of Financial Aid.
For More Information
Please email the Program Director, Dr. Andrea Deierlein, at ald8@nyu.edu with any questions.