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What is a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR)?

Nutrition and Dietetics Technicians, Registered are trained at the technician level, and participate in the nutrition care process to ensure the delivery of quality food and nutrition services. Technicians work under the supervision of a registered dietitian in clinical care. They may work independently in food service operations or providing general nutrition education.

Graduates from this program are employed by acute care, long term care, and rehabilitation hospitals, as well as by community agencies that provide education in nutrition. The  provides additional information regarding the profession of Nutrition and Dietetic Technicians, Registered (NDTR).

Program Mission

​The mission of the Nutrition and Dietetics program, similar to the Mission of the College, is to enhance student success by providing quality instruction in food, nutrition, dietetics, and related courses which lead to a certificate, associate degree, or transfer to higher education. The Nutrition and Dietetics Technician program specifically prepares students as entry-level Nutrition and Dietetic Technicians, Registered (NDTRs). In addition, a major goal is to offer continuing education, knowledge, and skills development to graduates and other dietetic professionals throughout the community, implementing the College’s provision of instructional excellence for lifetime access to educational opportunities.

Â鶹´å and the Nutrition and Dietetics program is an equal opportunity employer, community college, and program. We do not discriminate against students, employees, or any other person on the basis of ethnicity, gender, disability or any other class protected by State and Federal Laws. Â鶹´å and the Nutrition and Dietetics program is committed to excellence through diversity, and takes pride in its multicultural, diverse environment.