Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition Graduates attributes:

• Depth of knowledge

•   Graduates are distinguished by advanced, integrated knowledge of clinical nutrition, medical nutrition therapy, pathophysiology, pharmacology–nutrition interactions, and emerging evidence in specialized practice areas.

• Critical thinking

•    Graduates are distinguished by their ability to analyze complex cases, interpret clinical and laboratory data, appraise evidence, and synthesize individualized nutrition care plans using sound clinical judgment.

• Effective communication

•   Graduates are distinguished by clear, empathetic communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams; application of counseling skills (e.g., motivational interviewing); and engagement in shared decision-making.

• Teamwork and leadership

•   Graduates are distinguished by leading and coordinating multidisciplinary care, managing clinical services, and contributing to quality-improvement and patient-safety initiatives.

• Integrity and professional ethics

•    Graduates are distinguished by adherence to codes of ethics, legal and institutional policies; safeguarding confidentiality; providing culturally responsive care; and demonstrating accountability and professionalism.

• Volunteering and community services

•  Graduates are distinguished by designing and evaluating community-based nutrition interventions, advocating for policies that reduce disease burden, and promoting population health aligned with national priorities.

• Research ability

•   Graduates are distinguished by critically appraising literature, designing and conducting applied research and projects, using appropriate statistics, and translating findings into clinical and policy practice.