# Nutrition and Food (Certificate of Achievement)

Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Nutrition and Food

Source: https://chaffey.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/19210/20265/18867/20092/19132

### Description

The Nutrition and Food major and certificate is designed for students training in the field of health and wellness based on nutrition and fitness as a lifestyle. The certificate qualifies students for entry-level positions in health spas/gyms, retirement and convalescent homes, counseling centers, and youth daycare/camps.

### Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1.  Design a meal plan based on the "Choose My Plate" tool including divisions, recommended serving and serving sizes.
2.  Explain the processes of food buying, menu planning, nutritional analysis, and other food financial related areas.
3.  Identify and describe the effect of nutrition on health and body mass.
4.  Operate effectively as part of the health care team.
5.  Utilize behavior modification techniques to improve their nutritional wellness.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement (CA):** | | 14 |
| COMSTD 8 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication | 3 |
| NF 15 | Nutrition I: Introduction to Nutrition Science | 3 |
| NF 22 | Nutrition and the Active Person | 3 |
| NF 27 | Healthy Cooking | 2 |
| **Choose one:** | | 3 |
| KINLEC 16 | First Aid | 3 |
| or CUL 15 | Sanitation, Safety, and Equipment Management | 3 |
| **Total** | | **14** |

### Other Information

Health and Wellness

Local Program (Major) Code: L241

Program Control Number: 20732

TOP Code: 1306.00\*

CIP Code: 19.0501