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USA, California
Type: College
Location Type: Rural
Founded: 1967
Total Students: 17,000 +
Main Campus Address
3536 Butte Campus Dr, Oroville, CA 95965, United States
This program meets the lower division major preparation for a similar major at CSU, Chico. Visit website for details www.assist.org
The Associate Degree in Nutrition and Food Sciences provides opportunities for students to acquire the foundational knowledge related to the scientific principles deeply rooted in the field of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Science including chemistry, biology and math. Students who plan to transfer to a California State University (CSU) and pursue the General Dietetics option will also acquire knowledge related to the principles of psychology. Students who plan to transfer to a CSU and pursue the Food Administration option will acquire accounting and business-related knowledge.
After completing the program students may be able to obtain an entry-level position, especially foodservice-related occupations. Students who transfer to a four-year university and pursue a career in Nutrition and Food Sciences have a wide variety of career options including health-care facilities, foodservice operations, nutrition-related business and industries, government agencies, community/public health programs, sports nutrition and corporate wellness programs, research areas and private practice. Many employment settings, particularly those in medical and health-care settings, require a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential.
Associate Degree
30 Days
Full-Time
24 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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aug 2024 | Closed | |
jan 2025 | Open | |
may 2024 | Not Available | |
jun 2024 | Not Available |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Program Level: Associate Degree
Duration: 24 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 8,422
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
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