Food & Nutrition
Program Detail
Become a Student
Before signing up for classes, you’ll want to meet with the academic advisor for Nutrition/Dietetics and Sustainable Food Systems, Sue Thomas. Schedule an appointment by email at sue.thomas@mesacc.edu or by phone at 480-461-7332. Together you’ll lay out a program or career path that suits you best. This step is essential to your academic success.
This program is part of the Exercise Science Department.
The 21st century has witnessed both epidemic obesity in the U.S. and the creation of highly specialized diets that promote wellness, even cure disease. So, it’s easy to see why food and nutrition has become one of the hottest topics in the health care industry and society in general.
Nutrition science is the study of how our bodies transform everything from applesauce to zucchinis into energy. It’s the study of the nutrients that make up the food we eat and how our diet affects our overall health. Whether you’re preparing for a career in the field of dietetics or interested in nutrition for personal enrichment, you’ll enjoy the diverse classes we offer.
The Food & Nutrition program includes the following areas of study:
- Pre-Dietetics/Pre-Nutrition
- Food & Nutrition Management
- Human Nutrition
- Nutrition Communications
- Sustainable Food Systems
- Strength, Nutrition & Personal Training
Available Associate Degrees and Certificates
| Degree / Certificate | Title | Course List |
|---|---|---|
| Associate in Applied Science (AAS) | Strength, Nutrition, and Personal Training | Course List |
| Associate in Applied Science (AAS) | Sustainable Food Systems | Course List |
| Certificate of Completion (CCL) | Nutrition for Fitness and Wellness | Course List |
| Certificate of Completion (CCL) | Sustainable Food Systems | Course List |
Transfer to a University
| At MCC, get an... | Transfer to... | To get a... |
|---|---|---|
| Associate in Science | Arizona State University | Bachelor of Science in Food & Nutrition Management |
| Associate in Science | Arizona State University | Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition |
| Associate in Arts | Arizona State University | Bachelor of Arts in Nutrition Communication |
| Associate in Science | Arizona State University | Bachelor of Science in Nutrition (Dietetics) |
Meet with an Advisor
Before signing up for classes, you’ll want to meet with the academic advisor for Nutrition/Dietetics and Sustainable Food Systems, Sue Thomas. Schedule an appointment by email at sue.thomas@mesacc.edu or by phone at 480-461-7332. Together you’ll lay out a program or career path that suits you best. This step is essential to your academic success.