Food and Nutrition Management
| Study location | Canada, Ontario, Toronto |
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| Type | Diploma, College |
| Nominal duration | 2 years, includes 1 work placement |
| Study language | English |
| Course code | 14151 |
| Tuition fee | CA$17,689 per year The fees are for the 2024–2025 academic year and include tuition (CA$15,549), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters and are subject to change. |
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| Registration fee | CA$375 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$75) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy. |
| Entry qualification | High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents):
The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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| Language requirements | English For direct admission, if English is not your first language, OR you did not complete a minimum of two years of full-time study at the secondary school level in an English language school system in a country where English is considered the primary language or the primary language of instruction and evaluation is English, with acceptable grades in all English courses, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below:
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Overview
Humber’s Food and Nutrition Management diploma program prepares you for a supervisory role that combines the dynamic world of food service with the expanding world of health care. This is an ideal program if you:
- love food
- have a keen interest in the science of nutrition
- enjoy managing people in a fast-paced environment
Our faculty has extensive industry experience and will prepare you for a career through a variety of courses taught in flexible classroom spaces, state-of-the-art culinary lab facilities, simulation spaces and online learning. This blend of course delivery methods reduces the number of days you are required to be on campus.
You will have the opportunity to join the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM). With a student membership, you will build on your networking skills in the foodservice and hospitality sector and have the opportunity to apply for association-sponsored bursaries and scholarships.
Both the Food and Nutrition Management program and the Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyle Promotion program share a common first year of study. Qualified graduates can earn the Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyle Promotion diploma with two additional semesters of study. Earn two diplomas in three years! This may help streamline career aspirations.
This program is recommended if you are starting your career path, are currently working in the food service or health-care industries, or if you have a background in culinary arts or hospitality.
This industry has a high demand for qualified candidates.
Work-Integrated Learning
Field experiences are a valuable way to gain practical and professional skills in the field and build contacts. You will complete a five-week unpaid full-time field experience in the health-care foodservice industry.
Field experiences take place at the end of the fourth semester. Possible locations include:
- hospitals
- long term care facilities
- retirement facilities
- health-care related business/industry and education facilities
- health-care food suppliers, manufacturers and distributors
Food & Nutrition Management students also gain experiential learning by participating in and hosting events throughout the academic year. These events give students the chance to connect with industry professionals and demonstrate their knowledge by putting it all into practice.
Career opportunities
Food and nutrition management is a growing global industry. There is an increasing focus on health, nutrition and keeping fit for life. Careers in food and nutrition are essential and less resistant to external economic impacts. Our graduates have a wide range of career options including working in:
- corporate food service organizations
- correctional institutions
- educational facilities
- government agencies
- hospitals, long-term care and retirement facilities
Potential jobs include:
- business/sales associate in the food service industry
- consultant to food suppliers, manufacturers
- diet technician
- food and beverage manager
- food service supervisor/director
- nutrition manager
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
- Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM) – This program is recognized by the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management – CSNM as an accredited program. Graduates may apply to become members.
- Advanced Food Safety certification (ADVANCED.fst®) – Qualified students earn Advanced Food Safety certification (ADVANCED.fst®) as part of the program.
Additional requirements and/or costs may apply.
Note: The requirements for licensure are determined by the granting body, which is independent from Humber College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.