The Nutrition and Food certificate provides a study of basic nutrition, food science principles, and nutrition issues with emphasis on the subject of obtaining and maintaining a good state of nutrition. It also introduces the student to the multifaceted field of nutrition and explores different career options.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Nutrition coursework, students will be able to:

  •  Identify specific nutrition issues and how to work with them.
  •  Use knowledge of scientific nutrition principles to improve diet and wellness.
  • Apply basic scientific principles in the preparation and storage of safe, high-quality food products. 

Nutrition Courses:

 Course  Course Name  Units
NUTF 1   Nutrition 3 units
NUTF 2
 Introduction to Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food 1 unit
NUTF 3
 Nutrition Issues 1 unit
NUTF 10
 Food Science
 2 units
NUTF 10L
 Food Science and Safety Lab
 1 unit
NUTF 20
 Community Nutrition for the Lifespan
 3 units
NUTF 25 Basic Medical Nutrition Therapy and Modified Diets 3 Units
NUTF 35   Food Service I 3 Units
NUTF 45   Food Service II 3 Units
NUTF 58
 Sanitation, Safety, Equipment
 3 units
NUTF 215  Certified Dietary Manager 1 unit
NUTF 400  Plant-Based Whole Food Cooking 0 units
NUTF 405  Nutrition For Healthy Aging 0 units 

Click here for a complete list of NUTF course descriptions.

Nutrition Certificate:

 Major Area  Certificate  Degree
 Nutrition and Food  COA  
 Dietary Manager  COA  
 Nutrition and Dietetics    AS-T

Registration Information:

Consult the current schedule of classes for information about when these courses are offered.

Students register for classes online through WebReg. If you need assistance please feel free to contact Admissions & Records or review our WebReg Procedures.