DT 213 - Nutrition Practicum I Sp

Institution:

Wayne County Community College District

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Description:

CorequisiteDT 210 This practicum course offers each student the opportunity to explore the nutritional needs of people in the various phases of life, from birth through the elderly years. Students use the public health model and the interdisciplinary approach to assessing the nutrient requirements, developing care plans and delivering sound nutritionadvice for clients. Students are assigned to public health clinics, nursing homes, senior feeding programs, Headstart centers and Detroit Public Schools. Students observe and then practice the techniques of clinical nutrition care. An emphasis is placed on problem identification and problem solving from the perspective of the Dietetic Technician in clinical care. This practicum requires students to participate in 20 on-site sessions and scheduled seminars.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wcccd.edu

Phone Number:

(313) 496-2600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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