Become a Leader in Promoting Health and Wellness

Our program prepares compassionate, skilled professionals to thrive in diverse and fast-paced environments. You will receive top-tier education, hands-on training, and professional guidance in a real-world learning environment. Start or grow your career in nutrition, healthcare, and beyond, or continue on to advanced education. You can earn a Dietary Manager Certificate, an Associate’s Degree in Dietetic Technology, or an Associate of Science for Transfer, and pursue a fulfilling future doing what you love.

“My experience at Merritt College was a turning point in my life. Earning a professional certification validated my years working in food service, gave me opportunities in nutrition care, forging a pathway to that first job in healthcare, which seemed elusive for so long. The job is blossoming into a fulfilling and lifelong career! I could not be where I am today without the accessible opportunity that Merritt College has afforded me.” - Elizabeth C. Freitas, MPH, NDTR, CHES® - Nutrition and Wellness Professional

New to the Field or Ready to Advance Your Career in Nutrition?

Find a fulfilling career in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and more. Dietary managers play a vital role in health care facilities, overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring safety and sanitation, and collaborating with dietitians to provide top-notch nutrition care.

For those new to the field, the dietary manager program takes 18 months and includes a one-semester internship. Both options prepare you to take the national Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) exam.

Have you worked two or more years full-time in the field? If so, you can complete the Dietary Manager program in just 12 months!

Know You Want to Be a Registered Dietitian (RD)?

Enjoy a competitive salary and strong career growth in hospitals, nursing facilities, schools, and community health programs. Build a rewarding career in healthcare by helping people heal, stay healthy, and thrive using food and science. Start by earning a degree that will prepare you to take the national exam and become a Dietetic Technician Registered (DTR). This program typically takes 2.5 years to complete, and includes a three-semester internship. Dietetic Technicians work alongside Registered Dietitians in healthcare settings. They handle nutrition screening, dietary education, food service, and menu modifications, making them vital members of the healthcare and food service management teams.