Science of Obesity Course Overview
The Science of Obesity course is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (Provider Number 15531) for 45 contact clock hours. It is equivalent to 45 CPEU for the Commission on Dietetic Registration/American Dietetic Association and 0.3 CEU for National Academy of Sports Medicine.This course satisfies requirements of the undergraduate Nutrition and Wellness Certificate.
As a student, you will:
- Understand current trends in obesity and the relationship between body weight, obesity, and disease risk.
- Study the research comparing popular diets used for weight loss and disease treatment along with recommendations for optimal weight loss and weight maintenance programs.
Who should enroll:
- Individuals interested in learning about helping people lose weight or entering weight-loss-related careers.
