Welcome from the Department Chairman
The faculty and staff of the coordinated programs in Nutrition and Dietetics would like to thank you for considering Loma Linda University as you pursue your educational goals in nutrition and dietetics.
Loma Linda University offers educational opportunities in programs at the bachelor’s degree level, at the M asters degree program in Nutrition and Dietetics, and at the MPH degree level in Public Health Nutrition.
The bachelor's and master's degree programs lead to eligibility to write the Registration Examination to become a Registered Dietitian.
We also offer a Master’s Degree in Nutrition Care Management. This degree program is for established registered dietitians entering leadership positions in the profession.
An online dietary management program is available for individuals who desire a dietary management position in health care and/or school food services. For further information go to www.dietarymangeronline.com. The minimum completion time for this program is about 4 months: however you are allowed to take up to a year to complete the program if needed.
Nutrition and Dietetics faculty are Christian educators whose professional expertise is utilized in all programs. Each faculty member is an experienced nutrition and dietetics professional who is committed to graduating individuals who are well prepared to enter the field of nutrition and dietetics. Faculty members are involved in many professional activities outside the department that contribute to the development of the profession or assist in international food and nutrition issues.
If, after reviewing our website, you have any specific questions or require assistance in evaluating your transcripts, please contact our office at (909) 558-4593; toll-free at 1 (800) 422-4558-1-4, or by email at nutrition@llu.edu. We will be happy to assist you.
Bert C. Connell, PhD, RD, FADA
Department Chairman