Nutrigenomics On-Demand Learning Series

Student Member Price: $39.00

This learning series is brought to you by the Center for Lifelong Learning.

The Nutrigenomics On-Demand Learning Series offers learners an introduction to the trending practice of genomics in nutrition. The three-module course will review genetics and genomics concepts, including an overview of genetics, direct-to-consumer testing, scope of practice, and a review of research. These modules engage users by presenting the information through videos, text, audio, interactive components, and case studies.

CPE Level: 1
CPEU: 4

Module 1: Introduction to Nutritional Genomics

• Developers: Amy Ellis, PhD, MPH, RDN, LD and Rebekah Preston, MS, RDN, LD
• Objectives:
  • Describe common types of genetic variation between individuals.
  • Define nutrigenetics and describe how this subfield of nutritional genomics may enhance tailoring of diet recommendations to individuals.
  • Identify specific single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) that underlie certain gene diet interactions.
• Performance Indicators:
  • 8.1.2 – Integrates knowledge of biological, physical, and social sciences with knowledge of food and nutrition to make decisions related to nutrition care.
  • 8.2.1 – Engages in educational activities to maintain knowledge and to obtain new knowledge of diseases and clinical conditions.
  • 8.2.3 – Analyzes new information and how it impacts medical nutrition therapy.

Module 2: Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing and Clinical Genetic Testing

• Developer: Ginger Hultin, MS, RDN, CSO
• Objectives:
  • Analyze the utility of direct-to-consumer options on the market.
  • Decide if using direct-to-consumer testing is a part of the nutrition services you want to offer to clients so they can personalize their health goals.
  • Compare the roles that RDNs and certified genetics' counselors have in evaluating and communicating DTC testing efficacy and results.
• Performance Indicators:
  • 1.3.1 – Recognizes actual or potential ethical issues and dilemmas encountered in practice
  • 8.3.2 – Differentiates between outdated and current evidence-based practice related to the management of diseases and clinical conditions
  • 10.1.4 – Determines appropriate service and referral needs based on screening data

Module 3: Ethical Considerations for Incorporating Nutrigenomics into Nutrition Counseling and Care

• Developers: Amy Ellis, PhD, MPH, RDN, LD and Brooke Wickman, MS, RDN
• Objectives:
  • Assess the current capabilities, limitations, and ethical considerations of genomics technologies and incorporating nutritional genomics into nutrition practice.
  • Identify the role that registered dietitian nutritionists have in advancing nutritional genomics and precision nutrition while remaining within their scope of practice.
• Performance Indicators:
  • 1.1.6 – Recognizes and exercises professional judgement within the limits of individual qualifications.
  • 1.3.1 – Recognizes actual or potential ethical issues and dilemmas encountered in practice.
  • 1.3.3 – Uses ethical reasoning and decision-making processes to address ethical dilemmas.
  • 4.1.2 – Interprets and integrates evidence-based research and literature in decision-making.

This product is approved for individual use only. Only the registered participant is eligible for continuing professional education units.

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