Master of Science in Health Sciences / Integrative Medicine / Nutrition
The George Washington University

Program Details

Gain the advanced training you need to help patients through holistic medicine with the Master of Science in Health Services focusing on Integrative Medicine. With an additional concentration in Nutrition, students will take coursework preparing them for the Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) exam from the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists (BCNS).

Students who want to boost their knowledge of personalized lifestyle medicine can benefit from this online health science degree. Students will learn about the importance of integrative functional medicine, the benefits of building relationships with their clients, and ways to incorporate research into their practice.

Some of the topics covered in this program include:

  • Nutritional metabolism and environmental exposure
  • Nutrition assessment, diagnosis, and intervention
  • Metabolic networks in integrative medicine
  • Legal and medical ethics in integrative medicine
  • Self care methods for health care professionals

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

Learning Schedule

Asynchronous

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

The George Washington University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • A medical degree or graduate degree in related discipline preferred