67 Credits
The Dietetic Technology program provides in-depth nutrition course work in three areas: clinical and community nutrition, and food service management. Students will be prepared to work in partnership with a registered dietitian in a variety of settings such as hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, schools, community health programs, food companies and wellness centers. The degree will also transfer to a variety of colleges and universities where students can continue their education in dietetics, nutrition, food science, or other healthcare-related fields.
Upon successful completion of graduation requirements, students will have the opportunity to earn the DTRN (Registered Dietetic Technician/Nutritionist) credential by successfully completing the Registration Examination for Dietetic Technicians, given by Commission on Dietetic Registrations.
Students who complete the AAS degree in Dietetic Technology may move seamlessly to the University of North Dakota to complete the baccalaureate-level registered dietitian program.
The Dietetic Technology Program has been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, 312-899-0040 Ext. 5400.
Core Courses – 33 Credits
Application to the Dietetic Technology program requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50. Students must earn a C or better in all NUTR classes to remain in the program.
| NUTR 1110 | Life Cycle Nutrition | (3 cr) |
| NUTR 1154 | Nutrition Education and Counseling | (3 cr) |
| NUTR 1259 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 | (4 cr) |
| NUTR 1269 | Food Systems Management | (3 cr) |
| NUTR 1271 | Clinical Experience 1 - Food Service Management | (3 cr) |
| NUTR 2145 | Experimental Foods | (3 cr) |
| NUTR 2259 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 2 | (5 cr) |
| NUTR 2261 | Clinical Experience 2 - Medical Nutrition Therapy | (4 cr) |
| NUTR 2270 | Community Nutrition: Political and Cultural Concerns | (2 cr) |
| NUTR 2272 | Clinical Experience 3 - Community Nutrition | (3 cr) |
Additional Required Courses – 34 Credits
Complete 3 credits from MnTC Goal 6 (3 Credits)
Complete one of the following two courses:
| BUSN 2100 | Human Relations and Effective Teams | (3 cr) |
| BUSN 2200 | Human Resource Management | (3 cr) |
Required
Other Degree Requirements
If needed, complete additional courses to reach 60 college-level credits total.
- Earn a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 for college-level coursework (courses numbered 1000 and above) completed at Normandale.
- Earn a minimum of 20 college-level credits at Normandale.
Coursework in this degree program satisfies a portion of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC). Please see MnTC Degree Audit Repo
Program Costs
- Tuition: Consult the current class schedule
- Books: $500 to $600 per semester
- Lab Coat, Misc.: Approximately $100.00
- Student memberships: AND $50.00
- Attendance at meetings: $50 - $100
- Food Handling course: $150
Application Process
- Applicants new to Normandale should complete the Normandale Community College general application form, indicate “Dietetic Technology” as your preference and include the $20 application fee. For more information, visit the department website: www.normandale.edu/diettech
- Submit the completed Normandale Health Sciences Dietetic Technology application to Kiara Taylor, Health Science Enrollment Manager at 952-358-8417. Completed applications will be accepted October 1 through June 15 for the next year’s class.
Information Sessions
Health Science Information Sessions are offered every other week. For additional information, contact the Admissions office at 952-358-8210 or visit our website at www.normandale.edu/visit/.
For an overview of this career regarding skills, abilities, knowledge, wages, benefits and job outlook, visit Minnesota’s gateway to career, education, employment and business information at www.iseek.org.
Sequence of Core Courses
The Dietetic Technology Program offers the Core Course Program Requirements as a one-year curriculum. Students who have no more than six general education credits remaining may apply to the program. For further questions please contact Kiara Taylor, Health Science Enrollment Manager at 952-358-8417.
Fall Semester - 16 Credits
| NUTR 1110 | Life Cycle Nutrition | (3 cr) |
| NUTR 1154 | Nutrition Education and Counseling | (3 cr) |
| NUTR 1259 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 | (4 cr) |
| NUTR 1269 | Food Systems Management | (3 cr) |
| NUTR 1271 | Clinical Experience 1 - Food Service Management | (3 cr) |
Note: Food Handling Course: 8-hour certificate course.
Spring Semester - 14 Credits
| NUTR 2145 | Experimental Foods | (3 cr) |
| NUTR 2259 | Medical Nutrition Therapy 2 | (5 cr) |
| NUTR 2261 | Clinical Experience 2 - Medical Nutrition Therapy | (4 cr) |
| NUTR 2270 | Community Nutrition: Political and Cultural Concerns | (2 cr) |
Summer Semester - 3 Credits
| NUTR 2272 | Clinical Experience 3 - Community Nutrition | (3 cr) |