American College of Healthcare Sciences Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition
American College of Healthcare Sciences

American College of Healthcare Sciences

Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition

Portland, USA

MSc

English

Sep 2026

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition focuses on the comprehensive understanding of nutrition, health, and wellness. Students explore traditional and contemporary dietary practices, learning to guide clients toward optimal health through nutrition. The program emphasizes hands-on experience and integration of holistic approaches to promote a balanced lifestyle. The course typically spans two years and prepares students for advanced roles in the nutrition field.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various career paths, including nutritionist, health coach, wellness consultant, and corporate wellness program director. They may also engage in private practice or contribute to community health initiatives.

The mission of the MS in Holistic Nutrition degree program is to provide professional holistic nutrition and physical health recommendations from which community programming and client education can be based. The MS in Holistic Nutrition program offers students focused training in advanced applied holistic nutrition. There is an emphasis on integrating holistic nutrition research and coaching skills to prepare graduates for the direct application of holistic nutrition theory, science, and concepts in holistic health lifestyle planning for optimal health.

Holistic nutrition is the foundation of any holistic health lifestyle plan for optimal health, and the demand for nutrition education and nutrition professionals has increased. There are a number of factors that fuel this demand, including increasing research of efficacy, dissatisfaction with allopathic models (particularly for chronic health problems), and an aging population. The Bureau of Labor and Industries projects employment of dietitians and nutritionists to grow 16% from 2014 to 2024.[1]