Nutrition and Dietetics AS-T

Units: 90 units

The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer (AS-T) introduces students to the principles and methodologies used in the study of nutrition and dietetics. Students learn about chemicals and nutrients in food and their effects on the human body and the world. The program also helps students understand the role of nutrition in disease prevention throughout the lifecycle and the impact on society as a whole. The course of study provides an integrated curriculum of nutrition coursework along with a solid background in the human body and chemistry. Students will acquire the foundational knowledge necessary to pursue a baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics. The Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a California State University (CSU) campus. Students completing the AS-T degree in Nutrition and Dietetics are guaranteed admission to the CSU system but not to a particular campus or major. To obtain the AS-T degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, students must complete the following requirements: 1. Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: (A) The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) - Breadth Requirements. (B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district. 2. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. 3. A minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) for each course in the major.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Design meal plans based on current nutritional guidelines.

• Explain the principles of nutrition and their effect on health and disease.

• Describe how the body digests, absorbs, and transports nutrients.

• Critically analyze information on nutrition and distinguish between scientifically supported information and misinformation.

Program Requirements