AA/AS in Nutrition Sciences

The Nutrition program at San Antonio College examines how the body turns food into energy, which nutrients foods provide, and how diet affects health. It is science-heavy, with study of human nutrition, food science, physiology and sustainable food systems. Students learn what nutrients do in basic life processes, how nutrition connects with present-day health concerns, and how ingredients behave and interact. They also learn to plan healthy eating regimens while studying metabolism, the chemistry of food and managing body weight. An associate degree prepares students to transfer toward a bachelor's program that leads to registered dietitian or nutritionist credentials. Entry-level jobs as a dietetics technician, a food service associate or a health coach are also possible. The college points to a growing need for dietitians as the population ages and disease prevention gains emphasis.