The Associate in Science in Nutrition/Dietetics (A.S.-T in Nutrition/ Dietetics) prepares students to transfer into the CSU system leading to a baccalaureate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. Please consult a counselor regarding specific course requirements for your transfer institution. Completion of the Associate in Science in Nutrition/Dietetics (A.S.-T in Nutrition/Dietetics) degree also provides guaranteed admission to the CSU system, although does not guarantee admission to a specific campus or major. In addition to the Associate in Science in Nutrition/Dietetics (A.S.-T in Nutrition/Dietetics) degree requirements, students are encouraged to complete additional courses that may be articulated as major preparation, prior to transfer. Earn a grade of “C” or better, (or “P”) in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis. Some typical courses that may be articulated are Nutrition 110, Nutrition 118, Communication Studies 102, 140, Political Science 101, 101H, Sociology 100, 100H, 240, Anthropology 100, 100H, Chemistry 119, 209, and Psychology 157, 230. While these additional courses are not required for this degree, they will better prepare students for upper-division nutrition and dietetics coursework at a CSU. Upon completion of the Associate in Science in Nutrition/Dietetics (A.S.-T in Nutrition/Dietetics), students will understand scientific concepts of nutrition related to the function of nutrients in basic life processes, explain current health issues with emphasis on individual needs, and apply food science principles related to ingredient function and interaction, food preparation techniques, sensory evaluation standards, food safety and sanitation, and nutrient composition of food.

Requirements

Student completion requirements for the associate degree for transfer:

🗸 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU transferable units.

🗸 The California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth); OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern.

🗸 A minimum of 18 semester or 27 quarter units in the major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district.

🗸 Obtainment of a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0.

🗸 Earn a grade of C or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Learning Outcome(s):

🗸 Identify components of a healthy diet and lifestyle that lead to optimal health and chronic disease prevention.

🗸 Analyze an individual’s nutritional status and make appropriate dietary recommendations.

🗸 Identify and analyze credible research on nutrition-related topics.