Chandler-Gilbert Community College Course Catalog and Student Handbook for the 2017-2018 year.
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Course Descriptions | CGCC Catalog & Student Handbook 2019-2020 3 2 1 Courses available at CGCC are listed in the Course Descriptions section of this document. General Education Requirements are also listed. For the most current information regarding degree requirements, log on to www.maricopa.edu/academic/ccta. FON246AA / 2 CREDITS / 2 PERIODS Community Nutrition Practicum Classroom preparation and training, under the instruction of a registered dietitian. Understanding of principles, knowledge and skills required in the delivery of nutrition services in community-based agencies, outpatient health care settings, and social service agencies. Includes knowledge and understanding of nutrition intervention and wellness promotion for individuals and groups across the lifespan, i.e. infants through geriatrics with a diversity of cultural, religious and social backgrounds. Competencies in the classroom met prior to their application in supervised practice settings during the practicum lab (FON246AB). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON125 and FON242. Students must be in compliance with the Maricopa Community Colleges Allied Health Program Student Policies. Permission of Program Director required. Corequisites: FON246AB. FON246AB / 2 CREDITS / 10 PERIODS Community Nutrition Practicum Laboratory Practicum experience under the supervision of a registered dietitian. Application of principles, knowledge and skills required in the delivery of nutrition services in community-based agencies, outpatient health care settings, and social service agencies. Includes nutrition intervention and wellness promotion for individuals and groups across the lifespan, i.e. infants through geriatrics with a diversity of cultural, religious and social backgrounds. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON125 and FON242. Students must be in compliance with the Maricopa Community Colleges Allied Health Program Student Policies. Permission of Program Director required. Corequisite: FON246AA. FON247 / 3 CREDITS / 3 PERIODS Weight Management Theory Comprehensive study of genetic, physiological, psychological, metabolic, and environmental influences on body weight. In- depth study of the theories of body weight with emphasis on distinguishing between and equipment, financial management, food safety and sanitation, menu planning, and marketing. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON125, FON242, HCC145AA, and MAT092 or equivalent, or satisfactory score on district placement exam. Students must be in compliance with the Maricopa Community Colleges Allied Health Program Student Policies. Permission of Program Director required. Corequisite: FON245AB. FON245AA / 2 CREDITS / 2 PERIODS Medical Nutrition Therapy Practicum Classroom preparation and training, under the instruction and supervision of a registered dietitian. Understanding of principles, knowledge, and skills required for the delivery of medical nutrition therapy. Comprehension of nutritional screening, assessment, monitoring, and evaluation for common and complex medical conditions, medical documentation, patient interviewing and counseling, and education in health promotion and disease prevention. Prerequisites: FON125, FON242, HCE103 or equivalent, and MAT092 or equivalent, or satisfactory score on district placement exam. Corequisites: FON245AB. FON245AB / 2.5 CREDITS / 10 PERIODS Medical Nutrition Therapy Practicum Laboratory Practicum experience under the supervision of a registered dietitian. Application of principles, knowledge, and skills required for the delivery of medical nutrition therapy. Perform nutritional screening, assessment, monitoring, and evaluation for common and complex medical conditions, medical documentation, patient interviewing and counseling, and education in health promotion and disease prevention. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON125, FON242, HCC145AA, and MAT092 or equivalent, or satisfactory score on district placement exam. Students must be in compliance with the Maricopa Community Colleges Allied Health Program Student Policies. Permission of Program Director required. Corequisite: FON245AA.