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Nutrition and Dietetics

DEGREE TYPE

A.S.

TIME TO COMPLETION

2+ years

LOCATIONS

Gateway

MODE OF STUDY

On-Ground, Hybrid

CAREER FIELD

Health Careers
Are you looking for a rewarding career helping people improve their health?

dietician at desk talks to clientThere's a growing demand for qualified personnel in the field of dietetics throughout the United States. The registered Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR) works under the supervision of a registered dietitian in health care, food service management, and community nutrition programs. NDTRs also function as active members of the nutrition team by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nutritional care of individuals or by supervising food service operations.

Nutrition and Dietetics Student Handbook
Program Course of Study

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Contact

Dominique Doris, MS, RDN
Program Coordinator
Phone: 203-285-2389
Email: dominique.doris@ctstate.edu

Curriculum

See learning outcomes and required courses for the Nutrition and Dietetics degree.

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Accreditation

The Nutrition and Dietetics program is currently granted accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, Illinois 60606-6995; 312-899-0040 ext. 5400 or 800-877-1600; www.eatright.org/acend.

Program Information

The mission of the Nutrition and Dietetics program is to prepare graduates to become entry-level nutrition and dietetics technicians, registered with the competence and adaptability to compete successfully in diverse employment markets wherever food, nutrition and fitness are emphasized.

Program Goal #1

The program will prepare graduates to be competent entry-level nutrition and dietetics technicians, registered.

Objectives:

Graduate Performance

  1. At least 50% of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for nutrition and dietetics technicians within 12 months of program completion.

Graduate Performance

  1. The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for nutrition and dietetics technicians is at least 70%.

Program Completion

  1. At least 80% of students complete program/degree requirements within 3 years (150% of the program length).

Program Specific

  1. At least 80% of graduates who completed the graduate survey will agree or strongly agree that the Nutrition and Dietetics program provides adequate teaching and training to become a competent dietetics professional.

Program Goal #2

To prepare graduates to successfully enter the Nutrition and Dietetics workforce.

Objectives:
  1. Of graduates who seek employment, at least 70% are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.

Employer Satisfaction

  1. At least 70% of employers will rate program graduates in their employ as having a satisfactory knowledge base for entry-level practice on surveys.

Graduate Satisfaction

  1. At least 80% of graduates are confident in their ability to communicate in writing, speaking, and presenting Nutrition and Dietetics information to a variety of individuals and groups.

Admission Requirements

All students must first apply to and be accepted by the college. The Nutrition and Dietetics Program application form, available from the Admissions Office or dietetics program coordinator, must then be completed. Unless waived, all applicants must take placement tests in reading, English, and mathematics. Students in this program are responsible for expenses for uniforms, physical examinations, travel to field sites, parking, meals, CPR training, and drug testing. Specific information about these costs and coverage for accident and liability insurance is available from the Program Coordinator, Dominique Doris, and in the Nutrition and Dietetics Student Guide. A complete physical examination is required before supervised field experience begins. Financial aid information is available through the college financial aid office.

Graduation Requirements

Graduates of the program are encouraged to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s registration examination to become a NDTR. Graduates are also eligible for membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and the Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals. The program reflects the coordination of theory and practice that is required for students to acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for competent practice in dietetics. A minimum of 450 hours of supervised field experience provides opportunities to practice these skills. Students who wish to transfer to an approved four-year program in dietetics should consult the program coordinator regarding the transferability of courses.