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Dietary Management

Dietary Management

Degree Type: Associate of Science Degree, AS, Associate of Applied Science Degree, AAS, Certificate, CER

Pathway: Science, Engineering and Math

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why choose dietary management at ppsc?

If you're passionate about what you eat and where your food comes from, and you want to make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities, our program might be the perfect fit for you! Embrace your curiosity and turn it into a fulfilling career. With strong job growth predicted for credentialed nutrition professionals and competitive salaries, the opportunities in dietary management are broad and valuable. PPSC’s program teaches you the skills needed to thrive in this enriching field.

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what do ppsc dietary management students study?

Your classes will vary depending on your degree and career path. If you plan to transfer, you'll work closely with your PPSC advising team and your chosen transfer institution to stay on track toward your goals.  

As a PPSC Dietary Management student, you may learn about: 
  • Food Safety and Sanitation 
  • Nutrition 
  • Management for Dietary Managers 
  • Interpersonal Communication 
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology 
  • Meal Planning and Preparation Techniques 
  • Dietary Regulations and Compliance 
  • And more! 

Dietary Management Career Options 

Our program prepares you for career pathways in dietetics including Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM, CFPP), Dietetic Technician Registered (DTR), and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).

Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM®, CFPP®)

The Dietary Management Program will be discontinued at the end of Fall 2023. If you need to complete the Dietary Management certificate or AAS, please contact Andrea Ulrich (Andrea.Ulrich@pikespeak.edu). 

A Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM®, CFPP®) has the education and experience needed to effectively manage dietary services. They have demonstrated their expertise by passing the nationally recognized CDM Credentialing Exam and meeting the ongoing requirements to maintain their certified status. 

CDM, CFPPs are skilled in managing foodservice operations and ensuring food safety. Their responsibilities include implementing menus, handling foodservice purchasing, and overseeing food preparation. They apply nutrition principles, document nutrition information, and lead work teams. 

A CDM, CFPP is proficient in five key areas: 
  • Nutrition 
  • Foodservice 
  • Personnel and Communication 
  • Sanitation and Safety 
  • Business Operations 
CDM, CFPPs collaborate with Registered Dietitian Nutritionists. 
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are recognized as food and nutrition experts who have met specific criteria to earn the RDN credential: 
  • Completed a minimum of a bachelor’s degree (a master’s degree is required starting in 2024) at a U.S. regionally accredited university or college, with coursework accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. You can search for accredited programs on the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ website. 
  • Completed an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program, typically lasting six to 12 months, at a healthcare facility, community agency, or foodservice corporation, or combined with undergraduate or graduate studies. 
  • Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). For more details about the exam, visit the CDR’s website. 
  • Completed continuing professional educational requirements to maintain registration.  
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Meet with your faculty advisor!

Schedule an appointment with a Nutrition & Dietetics faculty advisor to learn more about careers in nutrition and dietetics and choose which pathway is right for you. Find out if your occupational experience or military service applies toward credits.

Email Andrea.Ulrich@pikespeak.edu to schedule an appointment.

 

 

 

Degree and Certificate Options

Pikes Peak State College has several Dietary Management degree and certificate options. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT EACH OPTION AND THE CLASSES YOU MIGHT TAKE
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Dietetics | Associate of Science

The Associate of Science in Dietetics prepares students to transfer to an ACEND® Accredited Bachelor or 3+2 Program. Students should note that a graduate degree and dietetic internship are required to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.

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Dietary Management | Associate of Applied Science

The Dietary Management Associate of Applied Science is the pathway for students interested in earning a degree with the Certified Dietary Manager certificate. This program provides related work experience as well as the basic career and technical knowledge required to manage non-commercial foodservice departments.

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Certified Dietary Manager Training | Certificate

This certificate offers education, training, and supervised experience to competently perform the responsibilities of a Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM®, CFPP®) in healthcare and long-term care facilities, school districts and correctional institutions.

Dietary Management Classes You Might Take

Classes you might take will vary depending on the degree or certificate option(s) you pursue. Check the course catalog for specific classes required to reach your goals.

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Layla Moye Certified Dietary Manager

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Becoming a CDM means that I get to make a difference in the lives of our elder residents by implementing or maintaining nourishing menus and proper adherence to safety measures. This adds another level of quality to care in the Long Term Care Community.

Layla Moye | PPSC Student
Dietary Management Certificate Graduate

 

 

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Contact Nutrition and Dietetics

Contact Info

Nutrition and Dietetics Department Chair

Andrea Ulrich
Andrea.Ulrich@pikespeak.edu 
(719)502-3449

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