Dietary Management Technology

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
To prepare dietary and food service management trainees for entry-level positions in a wide range of food establishments, including: restaurants, fast food operations, cafeterias, hospitals, nursing/retirement homes, and private clubs. Program graduates are eligible to sit for the credentialing examination offered through the Dietary Managers Association (DMA) to become Certified Dietary Managers (CDM).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
High School (or GED Equivalency) Diploma
Course No. Course Description LEC LAB SWE SCH
1st Year - 1st Semester
MATH 1013 Elementary Algebra

3

0

0

3

*DIET 1226 Dietary Management I

4

4

0

6

7

4

0

9

1st Year - 2nd Semester
ENGL 1013 Basic English

3

0

0

3

DIET 1244 Dietary Management II

2

2

4

4

5

2

4

7

COMPLETION AWARD: Certificate of Proficiency
16

* Meets theory and internship requirements to sit for the Dietary Manager certification exam offered through the DMA.

NOTE: Acceptable ASSET, ACT, COMPASS, or TABE scores may waive the English and math course requirements for one-year technical certificate programs.

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