AP23_20-21 - Nutrition and Dietetic Technician AAS

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.

1. (Evaluation) Evaluate and integrate evidence based scientific information and translate research into practice.(CSLO#2)

2. (Application) Practice and maintain the beliefs, values, attitudes and behaviors for the professional nutrition and dietetic technician level of practice. (CSLO#3)

3. (Synthesis) Develop and deliver information, products and services to individuals, groups and populations. (CSLO#1)

4. (Application) Strategically apply principles of management and systems in the provision of services to individuals and organizations. (CSLO#4)

5. (Application) Demonstrate leadership potential and professional growth by applying the skills, knowledge, and experience required for success in the field of nutrition and dietetics. (CSLO#3)