Credential(s) Offered
IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Synopsis Nutrition & Health Promotion Certificate
Program Location: Signal Peak, Aravaipa, Maricopa, Superstition Mountain, San Tan Campus, & Online.
Course Objective:
Description: The Nutrition and Health Promotion Certificate is designed to provide knowledge and training for people who are working with individuals who need education and coaching to lead a healthy lifestyle. This certificate is based on health promotion and disease prevention. This certificate is embedded in the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician AAS Degree. Students interested in working towards this degree are encouraged to contact the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician advisor.
Competencies to be achieved:
* Explain nutrition intake, biochemical, physical and fitness/lifestyle data as it relates to oneself and global nutrition issues. (Synthesis Level)
* Distinguish specific techniques for discussing cultural issues. (Analysis Level)
* Create education scenarios and material which meet client nutrition goals. (Synthesis Level)
* Select materials useful to a beginning nutrition counselor including procedures for handling difficult client behaviors and group counseling in community and clinical settings. (Knowledge Level)
* Compare and contrast behavioral and non-behavioral approaches to weight management. (Evaluation Level)
* Explain the recommended methodology with the importance of nutrition screening and assessment throughout the life cycle. (Comprehension Level)
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
Tuition (In-State) 18 x $75 = $1,350
Tuition (Out of State) 18 x $150 = $2,700
Additional fees: None
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
* The Profession of Dietetics ISBN 9781284200188 (NTR150)
* Science of Nutrition ISBN 9780135656532 (NTR200)
* Food and Culture ISBN 9781305628052 (NTR232a)
* Life Cycle Nutrition ISBN 9781284036671 (NTR123)
* Community Nutrition in Action ISBN 9781305637993 (NTR219)
* Nutrition, Exercise, and Behavior: An Integrated Approach to Weight Management ISBN 9781305258778 (NTR247)
* Nutrition Counseling and Education Skill Development ISBN 9781305252486 (NTR191)
* Krause and Mahan's Food & Nutrition Care Process ISBN 9780323810258 (NTR222)
(Different professors require different books, prices may vary.)
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): None
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Veronica Duran
Email: veronica.duran@centralaz.edu
Phone number: 520-494-5111
Direct Website link to the program:
https://centralaz.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Cert-Nutrition-and-Health-Promotions-Map-2023-2024.pdf
Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: None.
Other requirements needed: None.
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: No.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:
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. HLC programs can be counted at other schools.
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 (HLC). 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)
36
Hours
18
Entrance Requirements
Course(s)
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
No
Training Location(s)
AC; MC; STC; SPC; SMC; Online
Local WIB
2003 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pinal
Type of Attainment:
Certificate
Name of Credential
Approved Training Program
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 of NCA
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)
$2,200.00 See Synopsis.
In-State Tuition
$1,350.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,700.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,550.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$4,900.00
