Undergraduate Certificate in Nutrition for Human Performance
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
An undergraduate certificate in nutrition for human performance is ideal for students passionate about optimizing health and physical performance through evidence-based dietary strategies. This program prepares graduates for careers in sports nutrition, fitness coaching, wellness consulting, or roles in healthcare and athletic performance settings.
Program Overview
The Nutrition for Human Performance Undergraduate Certificate at the University of Kentucky is designed for students interested in the science of how nutrition impacts physical activity, exercise, and overall performance. This program provides a strong foundation in nutritional science, metabolism, and sports nutrition, helping students understand how to optimize health and performance through diet. Ideal for students pursuing careers in fitness, athletics, personal training, physical therapy, or other health-related fields, the certificate offers practical, evidence-based knowledge that complements a wide range of majors. With a focus on real-world application, students gain the skills to support individuals and athletes in reaching their performance and wellness goals.
FIND OUT EXACTLY
What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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Accelerated Pathway
This program is part of the Accelerated Master's Pathways program. If you plan to obtain a related master's degree, this program can save you time and money with dual credit hours when you sign up.
How to Add this Certificate
Prospective students: Certificates are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this certificate in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your academic advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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