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Nutrition Associate Degree Program

Begin your studies in nutrition

Nutritionists serve the community in a variety of settings, from hospitals, schools and public programs to health clubs, food manufacturers and distributors. Nutritionists help shape menus, food choices and policy while promoting health.

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ offers the Associate in Science degree for students interested in transferring to a nutrition or dietetics program at a four-year university. To learn more about nutrition professionals or registered dietitians, check out the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics website at .

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Start at 91ÖÆÆ¬³§. Finish at a four-year university.

The Associate in Science (AS) degree prepares you to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor's degree in nutrition or dietetics. Speak with your advisor about the best courses to take to meet your academic goals.

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ also offers institution-specific transfer information to help prepare you to transition to a four-year university. To learn more, visit our Transfer Information page or see your advisor.

Scholars Program

A Multicultural Scholars Program through Benedictine University for 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ Nutrition Students is available, please check out the information below:

Explore Nutrition Careers

Learn more about career outcomes for 91ÖÆÆ¬³§'s Nutrition degree program. Each career profile offers a complete picture on the local job market, including salaries, open positions, top local employers and more. To learn more, visit our Nutrition Careers page.

Dietitians and Nutritionists

* Data sampled April 2025. Visit the Dietitians and Nutritionists career profile for most current data.

 

$63,525
Median Salary

 

2.8%
Projected Job Growth (2025-2032)

 

414
Job Postings

Description:

Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.

Core tasks:

  • Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.
  • Evaluate laboratory tests in preparing nutrition recommendations.
  • Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.
  • Advise patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.

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To learn about the nutrition program at 91ÖÆÆ¬³§, please contact Rachael Costello MS RDN LDN at rcostel1@harpercollege.edu.

For more information about starting your college education at 91ÖÆÆ¬³§, please contact Admissions Outreach at 847.925.6700 or fill out our request information form.