At A Glance
Open To
AdultsCampus
DanforthTotal Hours Required
86Length
- 36 classroom hours
- 50 clinical hours
Times
TBD
Level III: Nutrition
This course will prepare the student to provide nutrition care. The course begins with basic nutrition. The systems of the body are reviewed, including digestion. The functions and sources of nutrients are discussed. The relationship of diet and disease is presented in depth. Nutrition care planning and quality assurance is included. Regulations at the local, state, and federal levels are emphasized. As part of successful course completion, 50 field hours (clinical) are required in the place of employment and must be precepted by a Registered Dietitian with at least one year of experience.
Tuition & Costs
Costs for In-State Adult Students
Total Cost: $349
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of this program are qualified to work for:
Certified Dietary Manager is a food service manager responsible for menu planning, staffing, purchasing and preparation of meals in hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living centers, and other noncommercial settings such as schools and correctional facilities.
