The School of Health Professions offers several graduate programs that take only one year to complete. Most graduate programs take two years to finish. Earning a master’s degree also means an increase in salary pay.
Students could earn a master of science in nutrition sciences in just three semesters. The program is specifically designed for registered dietitians or students with a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field.
UAB School of Health Professions Dean Harold P. Jones interviews one of our expert faculty who are tailoring innovative solutions to real world problems in our monthly series called, "Shaping the Future of Healthcare." Check back periodically to hear about the latest on healthcare issues.
May 2012 - Rehabilitation Science with researcher Jim Rimmer
Health Information Management Health information managers work in operational management positions throughout the healthcare industry such as hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, and government agencies.
Health Administrators Health administrators are the forward-thinking professionals who work to stay in tune with health care advances and in touch with the needs of consumers, caregivers, and the corporate world.
Registered Dietitians Registered dietitians help people choose food for adequate nutrition in health or disease, supervise the preparation and service of food in groups, develop modified diets, and participate in nutrition research.
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The School of Health Professions offers several graduate programs that take only one year to complete. Most graduate programs take two years to finish. Earning a master’s degree also means an increase in salary pay.
Janelle Chiasera, Ph.D., has been appointed chair of the 
