Nutrition
Overview
Discover the scientific principles of
human nutrition in food, including health promotion and the relationship between
diet and other lifestyle factors.
Science is an integral part of general education and a key component to
many health care and technical fields. It also helps in building the
foundation for University-bound transfer students.
Biological, Environmental, Physical and Natural Sciences provide the
background knowledge needed to understand important concepts and key terms
in many fields.
A degree with an emphasis on Nutrition may lead to a career as a:
- Nutritionist
- Personal Trainer
- Food Manufacturer Salesperson
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- Dietitian
- Fitness Instructor
- Pharmaceutical Salesperson
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Courses
GateWay offers several courses in food and nutrition, including FON241
"Principles of Human Nutrition." This course studies the scientific
principles of human nutrition with an emphasis on health promotion and
concepts for conveying accurate nutrition information in a professional
setting. No prerequisites required. Additional courses include:
- Nutrition During Pregnancy
- Principles of Physical Fitness and Wellness
- Lifetime Fitness
