Program Overview

Food and Nutrition Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate program

Program Description

The Food and Nutrition Management program at Georgian College is designed for individuals with a passion for healthcare and nutrition. Through hands-on, experiential learning in lab and industry settings, students gain the ability to take their career to the next level in a rapidly expanding, global industry. With a focus on health and nutrition alongside the acquisition of effective management strategies, students sharpen the skills they need to remain current within the dynamic and evolving healthcare and nutrition industry.

Program Information

• Program Code: FDNM
• Duration: 1 Year
• Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
• Program Delivery: Full-time + Part-time
• Program Delivery Method(s): In person

Admission Requirements

• Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent credential in a related field
• Applicants who do not possess the above academic requirement may be considered upon submission of a resume and reference letters that demonstrate relevant work experience.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are capable of managing various areas of nutritional care, food preparation, and food service. Successful graduates may choose to follow career paths in health care, retirement homes, long term care facilities, fitness and wellness facilities, educational institutions, camps, daycare facilities, and community or commercial settings.

• Certified Nutritional Manager (CNM)
• Nutritional Manager (NM)
• Food Services Director

Accreditation

The Food and Nutrition Management program at Georgian College is accredited by the Canadian Society of Nutrition Managers (CSNM).

Tuition and Fees

• Visit our tuition and fees page for detailed information on the cost to attend Georgian.
• You can afford this! Explore OSAP as well as awards, scholarships and bursaries to help you pay your way to graduation.

Work-Integrated Learning

• This program includes a field placement component where you’ll gain hands-on experience in a setting relevant to your program.
• Learn about types of work-integrated learning at Georgian.

Course Information

• 11 Program Courses
• 1 Field Placement

Program-Specific Courses

• FDNM 1016 – Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Disease
• FDNM 1017 – Food Service and Quality Management
• FDNM 1018 – Basic Nutrition
• FDNM 1019 – Field Placement Career Preparation
• FDNM 1001 – Finance and Accounting
• FDNM 1004 – Professional Practice in Food and Nutrition Management
• FDNM 1007 – Food Modification

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