Bachelor Program of Therapeutic Nutrition

1. Basic Information about the Program

• Program Title: Bachelor of Therapeutic Nutrition.
• Awarding Institution: Queen Arwa University - Faculty of Medical Sciences.
• Language of Study: English.
• Mode of Delivery: Regular, minimum attendance 75%.
• System of Study: Semester system (full-time).
• Duration of Study: The study of the program shall be of four years (8 semesters) duration as semester pattern of examination, followed by Internship for one year.
• Total Credit Hours: 144 credits hours.

2. Vision, Mission and Objectives of the Program

Vision:

Leadership, Distinction, and creativity in education, scientific research and community service in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics specially nationally, regionally and internationally.

Mission:

Providing a distinguished program that qualifies students in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics specially to work in different locations and participate in excellence in the development of health, research and community services nationally, regionally and internationally.

Objectives:

• Provide high-quality science-based Clinical Nutrition and Dietetic programs.
• Prepare graduates for employment as entry level Clinical Nutrition and dietetic professionals.
• Prepare students with high quality education, independent learning skills, scientific and evidence based of practice in clinical nutrition.
• Prepare professionals with strong communication, technology, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Prepare students who are committed to life-long learning and service.
• Establish and support productive faculty and undergraduate research programs.

3. Basic Intended Learning Outcomes of the Program (ILOs)

A. Knowledge and Understanding:

By the end of the program, the students will be able to:

• A.1. Recognize the relationship between the fundamental sciences and nutrition.
• A.2. Identify the theoretical links between diets and diseases.
• A.3. Describe the appropriate meals to the patient and determine their components.
• A.4. Describe concept of nutritional assessment and surveillance of individual and community.
• A.5. Identify the nutritional needs of people during lifespan, fitness and disease conditions.

B. Intellectual Skills:

By the end of the program, the students will be able to:

• B.1. Analyze nutritional information from different sources towards appropriate conclusions and problem solving.
• B.2. Formulate practical dietetics consultation by utilizing relevant information from different sources.
• B.3. Design nutritional programs based on the contents of nutritional assessment and surveillance.
• B.4. Explore the harmful effects of selected environmental and workplace hazards on human health.

C. Professional skills and practices:

By the end of the program, the students will be able to:

• C.1. Calculate nutrients for special diet to meet the nutritional requirements.
• C.2. Offer health & nutritional education and counseling to individuals and community.
• C.3. Conduct nutritional and dietetic research.
• C.4. Motivate clients to change their behavior.
• C.5. Practice nutritional care with professional autonomy, adopting the ethical code of dietetic practice.

D. General and Transferable outcomes:

By the end of the program, the students will be able to:

• D.1. Establish and maintain relationships with health professionals taking into consideration the importance of teamwork.
• D.2. Asses published materials in nutrition and dietetics, interpret and share information.
• D.3. Negotiate effectively through the development of writing, speaking, listening, brainstorming and problem solving skills in both Arabic and English.
• D.4. Practice within ethical, legal and framework professional.

4. Learning & Teaching Strategy

The program utilizes various teaching strategies including: Lecture, Discussion, Seminars, IT laboratory sessions, Group projects, Laboratory practice, Demonstration, Student Presentation, Role Plays, Brainstorming, Case study, and Clinical practices.

5. Assessment Strategies

To evaluate the student's knowledge attaining and skill acquirement, assessment methods include: Attendance, Quizzes, Assignments, Mid-term exams, Final-exams (Theoretical, Practical, and Clinical parts), and Graduation research project assessment by supervisors and examiners.

6. Eligibility for Admission

1. Secondary scientific education.
2. Grade for admission to the program as per the admission rules made by Ministry of higher education and scientific research-Yemen Republic.
3. Satisfactory outcome of an interview evaluating background and suitability for a Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics Specialist.

7. Regulations for Progression and Program Completion

• Attendance: A candidate is required to put in a minimum of 75% of attendance in both theory and practical separately in each subject before admission to the examinations.
• Internship Year: After completing the previous curricula, students will spend an extensive training course (internship) for one year at governmental hospitals as well as other accredited health care centers.
• Graduation Requirements: The number of hours required to complete the program is 144 credits hours. Students must pass theoretical, practical and clinical components to successfully graduate.

8. Learning Resources

Lectures, Practices in lab, Clinical training (hospitals, rehabilitation centers), Library, Internet, and Electronic library.