This certificate of achievement in nutrition, health and wellness is designed to address the increasing societal interest in personal nutrition, health, and wellness. The wellness mindset has permeated all aspects of everyday life - from eating organic foods to using natural cleaning products to ending the day with meditation - and has emerged as one of the preeminent wellness trends of the new century. Rising health care costs and concerns with quality of life and longevity are also spurring individuals to learn more about what they can do to ensure a healthy body.

The certificate of achievement in nutrition, health and wellness may also serve as a supplementary skill set for individuals in various fields such as early childhood education, health education, fitness instruction, massage therapy, chiropractic medicine, nursing, and allied health occupations or individuals interested in entry-level employment in health and wellness programs such as Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition programs, Head Start programs, senior nutrition services and home delivered meal programs, Cal Fresh program, or other community agencies. Additionally, students completing the program will be able to provide advice on weight control and physical performance improvement while working under the supervision of other nutrition and fitness professionals. Such employment can encompass weight control clinics, health spas, corporate fitness and wellness centers, and gyms with a nutrition program.

The program primarily aims to provide the individual with the knowledge to maximize his or her own health and wellness. It may provide preparation for entry into certain nutrition, health and wellness-related jobs that do not require degrees or licensure. Certain required courses provide prerequisite preparation for advanced professional programs should students decide to pursue an associate or bachelor’s degree.

To earn a certificate of achievement, a student must complete each course used to meet a certificate requirement with a grade of “C” or higher.

计划学习成果：

   - Summarize the basic functions, food sources, digestion and absorption of the major nutrients.

   - Analyze a menu and its preparation for nutritional adequacy and food sanitation practices.

   - Describe the nutritional requirements and health concerns of each phase of the life span.

   - Summarize the impact of food choices on exercise performance, as well as an expression of cultural, socioeconomic and geographical diversity.

   - Compare and contrast career opportunities within the nutrition, health, and wellness professions.

工作机会 ：

   - Health and wellness programs

   - Community and public settings

   - Corporate fitness and wellness centers

   - Weight control clinics • Gyms and health spas