Admission to this certificate program is simple. You need a high school diploma or GED. Next, complete the World Campus Online Application. Then, you must complete the School Food Service Emphasis application form, which is a PDF you can print out and mail to the Dietetics Program Office. The mailing address you need is listed at the end of the application form. You will receive an e-mail from World Campus when you are accepted, and an adviser will be assigned to help you with course selection or any other questions you may have about your certificate program.
Courses may be transferred into this certificate program from other regionally accredited institutions. Official transcript(s) and course descriptions from the previous institution(s) are required for evaluation.
Practice Site
A practice site is required for D S M 101, D S M 205, D S M 250, and D S M 260. You will need to identify your practice site by the time you are ready to enroll in these courses. You may be able to gain this access to a practice site as either a volunteer or an employee. Recommended practice facilities include: commercial food service, institutional food service, or a hotel or other hospitality-related facility.
Technical Requirements
Our courses are designed to use technology in a way that enriches the learning experience and helps students communicate and collaborate with faculty and classmates in a productive and convenient way. Technology is an important cornerstone of this program; therefore, we provide "live" support from the HelpDesk support staff through real-time chat. Please view the technical requirements for this program.
