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  "edition": "2026-2027",
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  "award": "AS-T Degree",
  "department": "nutrition-dietetics",
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      "markdown": "##### Program Description\n\nThe Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) program allows students to fulfill lower division major requirements at a community college and guarantees transfer with junior status to a college within the California State University (CSU) system. Students who complete an ADT and transfer to a similar major at a CSU are guaranteed a pathway to finish their baccalaureate degrees in 60 semester units.\n\nThe Associate in Sciences for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics is for students who seek to transfer into a baccalaureate degree program in Nutrition or a similar major at a CSU institution. It prepares students to function in a variety of nutrition, public health and clinical settings and or to prepare for a career in nutrition and dietetics by meeting the requirements to work in a variety of health and wellness settings.\n\nThis AS-T degree program requires students to meet the following requirements:\n\n1.  Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the CSU system, including the following:\n    1.  The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) Requirements.\n    2.  A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.\n    3.  A minimum of 12 semester units earned at Merritt College.\n2.  Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.\n3.  Obtainment of a minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) for each course in the major.\n\nThe completion time for this AS-T degree program is generally 4 semesters. Completion time will vary based on student preparation and the number of units completed per semester.\n\nSee the _Transfer Information_ section of this catalog for more information on ADT and Cal-GETC requirements.\n\n##### Career Opportunities\n\nThose completing the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics will be able to transfer to CSU campuses that will prepare them for a variety of careers, such as community nutrition specialist, teaching nutrition education, working as nutrition assistant in a hospital setting, or becoming a Dietetic Technician, Registered through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. In addition, students may choose to pursue advanced study in a variety of graduate programs after receiving their baccalaureate degree. With a baccalaureate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or similar baccalaureate degree, students are eligible to apply for a dietetic internship through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to become a Registered Dietitian.\n\n##### Learning Outcome(s)\n\n1.  Provide and maintain the highest level of personal ethical behavior.\n2.  Communicate with clients and colleagues in a professional and culturally sensitive manner.\n3.  Utilize up-to-date, evidence-based practices in the field of nutrition and dietetics\n4.  Communicate effectively orally, and in writing, in a health care or community nutrition environment, whether working with children, families or seniors.\n5.  Advocate within the community for continued support of health and nutrition."
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