Course Code: REL-ACU-0-UPMAP
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Learning Objectives:
Identify factors that influence protein needs in athletes.
State at least three strategies and examples of high-quality foods that can help athletes meet their protein needs.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Functions of Protein
An Essential Macronutrient
Section 3: Determining Protein Needs
Factors to Consider
Section 4: Factors in Muscle Protein Synthesis
Section 5: Amino Acid Supplements
Summary
Section 6: Clinical Vignette
Rob
Section 7: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Instructor: Ellen Coleman, MA, MPH, RD, CSSD
Ms. Coleman is an exercise physiologist and registered dietitian in private practice. She has a BS in Home Economics from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, a MPH in Nutrition from Loma Linda University, and a MA in Physical Education from the University of California at Davis. She has taught sports nutrition classes, published articles in professional journals and consulted with several professional sports teams. She has been a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics since 2006 and received a 2011 Medallion Award from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Writer: Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND
Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND is a SME Writer focused on topics related to food, nutrition & dietetics for Relias. She is a registered dietitian nutritionist and has been a certified diabetes educator since 2003. Ms. Stefanski earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics and a master's degree in Adult Education with a special focus on distance learning. She was an adjunct instructor in the Stabler Department of Nursing at York College of Pennsylvania for 13 years. Stefanski is the owner of Stefanski Nutrition Services where she specializes in pediatric nutrition, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and sports nutrition. Stefanski serves as national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Athletic Trainers; Educators; Level II level Nutrition and Dietetics Professionals; in the following settings: Hospitals: Acute.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.