Nutrition and Dietetics

This program teaches students how food and nutrition affect health. Students take classes like nutrition, chemistry, anatomy, and psychology. After finishing the program, you can work as a dietetic technician or nutrition assistant, or transfer to a four-year college to study more.
What is Nutrition and Dietetics?
Nutrition and Dietetics is the study of how food helps keep people healthy. Professionals in this field teach others how to eat well, create meal plans, and support people with health conditions. They work in places like hospitals, schools, and health clinics.
Is Nutrition and Dietetics for Me?
This program is great for people who care about health and enjoy helping others. It鈥檚 a good fit if you like learning about food, working with people, and want a career in health or wellness.
Helpful skills for this program:
- Interest in health and nutrition
- Good communication and listening
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Compassion for others
- Time management and organization
- Creativity and a strong work ethic
Nutrition and Dietetics Degree and Certificate
Select the degree or certificate title for the catalog description and requirements.
- Associate of Science for Transfer (AS-T)
- Certificate of Achievement (COA



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Nutrition and Dietetics Careers
An associate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics can lead to several rewarding careers. Here are some examples:
- Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR)
- Nutrition Assistant
- Food Service Manager
- Community Health Worker
- Health and Wellness Coach
- Wellness Program Coordinator
A Nutrition and Dietetics degree gives students a strong start toward a career helping people eat better and live healthier lives. Graduates can find rewarding jobs working with individuals and communities.

Transfer to a University
Some students may want to further their education and obtain a Masters Degree in Nutrition to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). More information on careers in and how to become an DTR/NDTR or an RDN.
Academic Department: Family and Consumer Education
Career & Learning Pathway: Agriculture, Nutrition, and Culinary Arts
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