Course Description
Nutrition Across the Lifespan is for students interested in learning more about becoming a dietitian, nutritionist, counselor, or pursing a variety of scientific, health, or culinary arts professions. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will understand human anatomy and physiological systems, nutrition requirements, as well as social, cultural, and other impacts on food preparation and integrity. Artifacts will be created for inclusion in a portfolio, which will continue to build throughout the program of study. This course is an applied knowledge course in the Dietetics & Nutrition program of study.
Course Standards
Safety & Sanitation
Nutrition and Health Overview
Anatomy and Physiology of Nutrition
Nutritional Requirements Across the Lifespan
Food Preferences and Choices
Nutritional Issues and Controversies
Food Preparation and Integrity
Course Calendar
Week of January 2-6: Kitchen Groups
Kitchen Inventory
Safety Review
Week of January 9-13: Recipe Conversions
Oreo Balls Recipe
Kitchen Lab Reflection