This pathway is designed to meet Associate in Arts degree requirements with a concentration in Nutrition Science.
Are you interested in science and health, fascinated by food, and want to work with individuals and families? Do you enjoy learning about human biology along with nutrition, health, and fitness? If so, consider a degree in nutritional science. Nutrition science is the study of how nutrients and food components influence growth, metabolism, health, and disease and includes human behavior relating to food choices. It is a multi-faceted and cross-disciplinary field, encompassing chemistry, biology, physiology, and public health. Nutrition scientists work to develop, extend, and apply all aspects of nutrition through research to improve clinical practice and public health.
This degree prepares graduates for entry-level positions in traditional health settings such as hospitals, private medical offices, and public health agencies, as well as integrative health and wellness organizations and companies. It can also prepare graduates to transfer at the 3rd year level into a food science, nutrition science, or related program at a four-year college or university. If you have a passion for health and wellness, getting a degree in nutrition science may be right for you.
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Once you complete this Associate degree, additional education opportunities include:
A bachelor’s degree in food science, dietetics, physiology and metabolism, toxicology, nutrition science, or a related field at a four-year college or university.
A Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at one of the Seattle Colleges.
South Seattle College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Graduates from South have also transferred to out-of-state institutions.
Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice.
South Seattle College offers several associate degrees designed for transfer students. Please review our transfer degrees page to find the degree requirements for your chosen pathway.
The sample schedule and quarterly to-do list below will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The sample schedule assumes a fall quarter start and is constrained by 6 quarters, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level. Some classes listed may require a pre-requisite class. Some courses are offered in a variety of formats including online (e-learning), in-person, and hybrid. Available formats vary by quarter. Please work with your advisor to create a customized education plan that meets your goals.
Before you begin:
Please visit the Steps to Enroll page for everything you need to do.
Visit the Library to get help with research; check out resources; access computers and study space; and create media projects.
Visit the Tutoring Center to learn about tutoring services offered in-person and online.
Get involved on campus. Check out some of the resources, clubs and activities available to you through Student Life and TRIO, RST, and more.
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Course
Course Title
Units
ENGL& 101
English Composition I
5
ENGL& 101: English Composition I
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
5
Units
MATH& 146
Introduction to Statistics
5
MATH& 146: Introduction to Statistics
Covers descriptive methods, probability and probability distributions, samples, decisions, hypothesis testing and statistical inferences.
5
Units
BIOL& 160
General Biology With Lab
5
BIOL& 160: General Biology With Lab
This course is a one quarter intro to biology. Basic biological concepts will be introduced, with an emphasis on biological molecules, cell structures and processes, genetics, evolution, and a survey of biodiversity.
Research and develop a list of four-year colleges and universities.
Attend transfer workshops and/or a transfer fair. Find more information on our transfer resources page.
Apply for financial aid for the upcoming school year in Fall or early Winter Quarter to maximize your funding options.
Visit South’s transfer page for transfer information.
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Course
Course Title
Units
CHEM& 121
Introduction to Chemistry
5
CHEM& 121: Introduction to Chemistry
Introduction to Chemistry (CHEM&121) is intended for nonscience and allied health majors. Completion of CHEM& 121, and either CHEM& 131 or CHEM& 122, fulfills the chemistry requirement for many health science majors (e.g. nursing, dental hygiene, etc). This lab science course covers the fundamentals of chemistry, including: measurements, atomic structure, types of reactions, thermodynamics, stoichiometry, equilibrium, kinetics, and acid base chemistry. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
5
Units
Visual, Literary, & Performing Arts
5
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or VLPA Studio Class
5
Units
CMST& 220
Public Speaking
5
CMST& 220: Public Speaking
Covers the process of getting started with confidence; topic selection and research; and preparation and delivery of informative, persuasive, special occasion and other forms of presentations.
Introduction to the scientific study of human behavior including research methods, brain and behavior, learning, cognitive psychology, development, personality, abnormal psychology, and social thinking and behavior. Additional topics may include: emotions, perception, motivation, intelligence, genes and evolution, and health.
5
Units
CHEM& 131
Intro to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry
5
CHEM& 131: Intro to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry
Covers the structure, properties and reactions of various organic compounds, including hydrocarbons, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and amines. Examines complex compounds found in living systems: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Lab focuses on analysis and separation techniques. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
5
Units
NUTR& 101
Nutrition
5
NUTR& 101: Nutrition
Introduction to human nutrition with an emphasis on the relationship of nutrition to growth, development, health, and physical and mental functioning across the lifespan. Sources, functions, interrelationships, and human requirements of proteins, carbohydrates, fat, minerals, vitamins and water will be examined. Topics also include analysis of personal dietary habits, public health issues such as obesity and access to food and food security, and the role of nutrition in chronic disease.
Build relationships with faculty and staff at South to learn more about your pathway and future opportunities.
Apply to universities or colleges and scholarships.
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Course
Course Title
Units
BIOL& 241
Human Anatomy and Physiology 1
5
BIOL& 241: Human Anatomy and Physiology 1
Covers fundamental principles and establishes a basis for advanced study of anatomy and physiology and clinically related subjects in the paramedical fields. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
5
Units
ENGL& 102
Composition II
5
ENGL& 102: Composition II
English 102 is a college-level research writing course that explores topics from a variety of sources and perspectives. Students learn to pose research questions and locate, evaluate, and integrate sources into written or multimodal compositions. Instruction encourages students to develop flexible research and writing strategies as well as exchange constructive feedback. The particular focus of sections of English 102 varies by instructor. Students pursuing any degree path are welcome.
5
Units
HEA 125
Health and Wellness
5
HEA 125: Health and Wellness
Overview of health as an individual and community-based social construct. Analyzes health determinants and health outcomes as a function of genetics, culture, environment and health behaviors. Emphasizes a holistic model and intellectual inquiry into what constitutes health and well-being.
5
Units
Quarter 5,
15 Units
Apply for financial aid for the upcoming school year in Fall or early Winter Quarter to maximize your funding options.
Apply to universities or colleges and scholarships.
Includes philosophical analysis of current or perennial issues in public affairs, such as the nature and scope of freedom in society, the justification of democratic government and the nature of social justice.
5
Units
BIOL& 242
Human Anatomy and Physiology 2
5
BIOL& 242: Human Anatomy and Physiology 2
Fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology presented in lecture and laboratory. Designed to establish a basis for studying clinically related subjects in the paramedical fields. Continuation of BIOL& 241 with Lab. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
5
Units
Visual, Literary, & Performing Arts
5
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts or VLPA Studio Class
5
Units
Quarter 6,
15 Units
Check in with your university for transfer planning.
Order cap and gown for commencement and join alumni association.
Attend commencement ceremony.
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Course
Course Title
Units
BIOL& 260
Microbiology
5
BIOL& 260: Microbiology
Fundamentals of microbiology. Topics include bacterial cell biology, growth and growth control, metabolism, genetics, identification, viruses, human innate and adaptive immune systems, host-bacteria interactions, immunization, infectious disease epidemiology, and antibacterial drugs. Includes lab. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
5
Units
Individuals, Cultures, & Societies
5
Individuals/Cultures/Societies
5
Units
ANTH& 206
Cultural Anthropology
5
ANTH& 206: Cultural Anthropology
Introduction to the study of human culture, including social organization, economics, political systems, religion, technology, art and language. Cultural perspective focuses on the interactions between large and small scale societies in an increasingly globalized world.