Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Associate's degree
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Synopsis Nutrition & Dietetic Technician, Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Program Location: Online
Course Objective:
Description: The Nutrition and Dietetic Technician (NDT) AAS Degree is designed for highly motivated individuals who would like to work in healthcare, schools, and wellness. Students successfully completing the coursework and internship are eligible to take the National Registration Examination for Nutrition and Dietetic Technicians (NDTR) offered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This program is approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) located at 120 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995; 1-800-877-1600 or 312-899-0040, ext. 5400.
Students earn two certifications as they progress through the NDTAAS Degree: Community Nutrition Worker and Nutrition and Health Promotion. It is important to contact the NDT advisor at diettechadvisor@centralaz.edu for degree mapping.
Note: Application for admission to the Nutrition Dietetic Technician Program is required. See the prerequisites below. CAC recommends that students work in a nutrition-related field, which is desirable for obtaining a supervised practice site.
Pre-Program Requirements:
* The following General Education requirements (CHM, BIO, MAT, ENG) must be completed before applying for admission to the program with a “C” or better.
* Community Nutrition Worker (CNW) Certificate must be completed with a 2.5 or higher GPA.
Competencies to be achieved:
* Evaluate and integrate evidence based scientific information and translate research into practice. (Evaluation)
* Practice and maintain the beliefs, values, attitudes and behaviors for the professional nutrition and dietetic technician level of practice. (Application)
* Develop and deliver information, products and services to individuals, groups and populations. (Synthesis)
* Strategically apply principles of management and systems in the provision of services to individuals and organizations. (Application)
* Demonstrate leadership potential and professional growth by applying the skills, knowledge, and experience required for success in the field of nutrition and dietetics. (Application)
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Tuition (In-State) 64 x $75 = $4,800.00
Tuition (Out of State) 64 x $150 = $ 9,600.00
Additional fees:
Textbooks: $2,800.
Supplies $300.
Background Check and Drug Screening: $127.
Malpractice Insurance: $25.
Uniform and Shoes: $100.
Internship Fees: $280.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Membership $50 per year: $100.
Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) PearsonVue Exam Fee: $120.
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
* NTR123 Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle. Life Cycle Nutrition, An Evidence- Based Approach. (9781284036671)
* NTR127 Breastfeeding and Human Lactation. Pocket Guide for Lactation Management, Fourth Edition. (9781284227604)
* NTR133 Introduction to Diabetes & Carb Counting. The Art and Science of Diabetes Care and Education, Sixth Edition. (978-1881876670)
* NTR150 Overview of Nutrition Professions. The Profession of Dietetics, Seventh Edition. (9781284200188)
* NTR191 Nutrition Counseling Skill Development. Nutrition Counseling and Education Skill Development, Third Edition. (9781305252486)
* NTR200 Human Nutrition. Science of Nutrition, The, 5th (139780135656532)
* NTR219 Community Nutrition. Community Nutrition in Action. (9780357367957)
* NTR222 Nutrition Assessment. Krause and Mahan’s Food & The Nutrition Care Process. (9780323810258)
* NTR222 Nutrition Assessment (Subscription)
* NTR223 Food Service Management. Foodservice Management- By Design (9780578785615)
* Nutrition232a Food and Culture. Food Culture. (9781305628052)
* NTR247 Weight Management Theory. Nutrition, Exercise, and Behavior: An Integrated Approach to Weight Management, Third Edition. (9781305258778).
* NTR255 Nutrition Medical Terminology, Labs, & Food Drug Interaction. Stanfield’s Essential Medical Terminology , Fifth Edition W/ Advantage Access. (9781284142211)
(Books vary by course and instructor. Different instructors require different books. General education books are not included)
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Supply requirements will vary by course and instructor.
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Veronica Duran
Email: veronica.duran@centralaz.edu
Phone number: 520.494.5481
Direct Website link to the program:
https://centralaz.edu/resources/AOI/NutritionDieteticTechAASmap.pdf
Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Immunization/Drug Screening/TB Skin Test/Criminal Background Check.
Other requirements needed: N/A
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://centralaz.edu/admissions/paying-for-college/refunds
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition & Dietetics.
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Some courses completed may apply towards degree programs.
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. We are nationally recognized as an accredited program through ACEND.
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes. Accrediting Agency and link to website: Higher Learning Commission; https://hlcommission.org/
Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential during WIOA program participation or within one year after exit from WIOA. Not Tracked at this time. Not tracked.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
64
Hours
65
Entrance Requirements
Associate's Degree
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
No
Training Location(s)
Online County-wide.
Local WIB
2003 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pinal
Type of Attainment:
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree; DTR
Name of Credential
Nutrition & Dietetic Technician A.A.S.
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell Grant; Scholarship
Refund Policy
See Synopsis.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - HLC; ACEND
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$1,200.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$120.00 Dietetic Technician, Registered Exam (DTR)
In-State Tuition
$4,800.00
Other Fees
$152.00 Background check, drug screening and immunizations. Additional physician fees are not included (which will vary by provider) Other fees may be required by internship facilities. Malpractice Insurance.
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$9,600.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$300.00 Supplies; Uniform & Shoes
Total In-State Program Cost
$6,572.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$11,372.00
