Program Information
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Location: West Allis Campus
- Pathway: Healthcare
- Program Code: 10-313-1
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
- Start Dates: August/January
About the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician Degree
Description
Learn how the science of managing food and nutrition helps promote good health. Dietetic technicians typically work as a member of the food service or healthcare team. MATC’s program includes supervised clinical and field experiences. Graduates are eligible for technician membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and will receive the title Nutrition and Dietetic Technician Registered (NDTR) after successfully completing the national registration exam.
You can earn the Dietary Manager certificate on the way to completing this associate degree.
Additional program details: Nutrition and dietetic technicians, registered – NDTRs – are educated and trained at the technical level of nutrition and dietetics practice for the delivery of safe, culturally competent, quality food and nutrition services. They are nationally credentialed and are an integral part of healthcare and food-service management teams. They work under the supervision of a registered dietitian nutritionist when in direct patient/client nutrition care; and they may work independently in providing general nutrition education to healthy populations.
Dietetics is a vital, growing field. Employment options include hospitals, school lunch programs, nutrition programs for the elderly, food service management firms.
Mission: The Nutrition and Dietetic Technician Program will provide a competent, community-focused work force with the foundation, knowledge and competencies to function as entry-level Nutrition and Dietetic Technicians, Registered in medical nutrition therapy and food service management as a part of a diverse community.
GOAL 1: Recruit Nutrition & Dietetic Technician, Registered eligible students.
GOAL 2: Retain Nutrition & Dietetic Technician, Registered eligible students.
GOAL 3: Graduate competent entry-level Nutrition & Dietetic Technician, Registered eligible graduates committed to serving the community and the profession.
Related Programs
Dietary Manager
Students enrolled in the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician associate degree program will complete all of this certificate’s required courses as part of their program. Students who are interested only in becoming eligible for the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals membership and examination may enroll in just these required classes. Upon completion of this certificate, students are eligible to take the Certified Dietary Management examination. These professionals work in a variety of healthcare and institutional food settings.
Detailed Program Information
2021-22 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DIETNT-106 | Food Service Sanitation ‡ ^ | 2 |
| DIETNT-109 | Food Science ‡ | 3 |
| DIETNT-123 | Dietetic Technician Orientation ‡ | 1 |
| DIETNT-151 | Nutrition for Dietetics ‡ ^ | 4 |
| DIETNT-160 | Medical Terminology for the Dietetic Technician ‡ | 1 |
| ENG-195 | Written Communication (or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡ |
3 |
| DIETNT-108 | Food Service Management 1 ‡ ^ | 3 |
| DIETNT-118 | Food Service Management 1: Coordinated Practice ‡ ^ | 1 |
| DIETNT-124 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 ‡ | 3 |
| DIETNT-134 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 1: Coordinated Practice ‡ | 1 |
| DIETNT-152 | Physiology for Dietetics ‡ | 3 |
| DIETNT-156 | Nutrition in the Life Cycle ‡ | 2 |
| DIETNT-166 | Nutrition in the Life Cycle: Coordinated Practice ‡ | 1 |
| MATH-107 | College Mathematics ‡ (or) BIOSCI-220 Introduction to Nutritional Science |
3 |
| DIETNT-125 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 2 ‡ | 4 |
| DIETNT-135 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 2: Coordinated Practice ‡ | 2 |
| DIETNT-155 | Community Nutrition ‡ | 3 |
| DIETNT-157 | Food Service Management 2 ‡ | 3 |
| DIETNT-167 | Food Service Management 2: Coordinated Practice ‡ | 2 |
| ENG-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication (or) SPEECH-201 Elements of Speech |
3 |
| DIETNT-136 | Medical Nutrition Therapy Field Experience ‡ | 3 |
| DIETNT-146 | Food and Nutrition Management Field Experience ‡ | 3 |
| DIETNT-170 | Nutritional Counseling Skills ‡ | 2 |
| PSYCH-199 | Psychology of Human Relations (or) PSYCH-231 Introductory Psychology |
3 |
| SOCSCI-172 | Introduction to Diversity Studies (or) SOCSCI-203 Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
|
TOTAL CREDITS |
62 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
^ Students completing these four courses are eligible to take the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals Certified Dietary Manager examination.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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Important Dates
This program is an open entry program - students can enroll in open entry programs when enrollment begins each semester.
- No prerequisite courses
- Fall Start: Register for classes in April
- Spring start: Register for classes in November
Additional deadlines and important dates can be found on Cost & Aid Deadlines
Also, you can find dates and deadlines on the MATC Calendar
Program Outcomes
- Integrate scientific information and translate research into practice
- Practice beliefs, values, attitudes and behaviors for the professional nutrition and dietetics technician level of practice
- Develop information, products and services for individuals, groups and populations
- Deliver information, products and services to individuals, groups and populations
- Apply principles of management and systems in the provision of services to individuals and organizations
Career Outlook
Dietetics is a vital, growing field. A dietetic technician typically works as a member of the food service or healthcare team. They are employed by hospitals, public health nutrition programs, child nutrition and school lunch programs, nutrition programs for the elderly and food service management firms.
Possible Careers
Dietetic Technician
Dietary Manager
Nutrition Counselor
Nutrition Coordinator
Food Service Manager
Health Coach
Community Nutrition Educator
Admission Requirements
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Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995; 800-877-1600 or 312-899-0040; acend@eatright.org.
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