Cordova HighschoolFoods and Nutrition
Course
Rancho Cordova, CA
1Year
Program Details & Enrollment Information
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Program Overview
Foods and Nutrition: 1-Year Course Program
Welcome to the Foods and Nutrition 1-Year Course Program, designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of nutritional science and its practical application in everyday life. Our program is crafted to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in the field of nutrition and health.
Program Objectives
- Develop a foundational understanding of nutritional science and its role in human health.
- Learn to assess dietary needs and create balanced meal plans.
- Understand the relationship between food, nutrition, and chronic diseases.
- Gain practical skills in food preparation and safety.
- Explore the cultural, social, and economic factors influencing dietary choices.
Curriculum Overview
- Introduction to Nutrition Science
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Food Chemistry and Microbiology
- Dietary Planning and Assessment
- Nutrition Through the Life Cycle
- Food and Culture
- Public Health Nutrition
- Practical Workshops in Food Preparation
Embark on your journey to becoming an expert in foods and nutrition with our dynamic and engaging program. Gain the skills you need to make a positive impact on health and well-being in your community.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Nutritionist
- Dietitian
- Food Scientist
- Public Health Educator
- Nutrition Consultant
- Health Coach
- Food Service Manager
- Wellness Program Coordinator
- Research Assistant
- Community Health Worker
Skills you will gain
- Clinical Nutrition
- Community Nutrition
- Food Safety
- Food Science
- Public Health Nutrition
- Nutritional Counseling
- Diet Planning
- Menu Development
- Nutrition Analysis
- Food Labeling