The Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing the degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major.

Each CSU campus determines which of its degrees are “similar” to the Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer. For a current list of the majors (and the options, areas of emphasis, or concentration within those majors) that have been designated as “similar” to this degree at each CSU campus, please refer to CSU’s Associate Degree for Transfer Major and Campus Search webpage. Students are also strongly encouraged to obtain guidance from a Ventura College counselor or the University Transfer Center. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major.

Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts the Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree (unless the major is a designated “high-unit” major at a particular campus). This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult with a counselor when planning to complete the degree for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

To earn an Associate in Science in Nutrition and Dietetics for Transfer at Ventura College, students must meet the following requirements:

1. Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units including both of the following:

   1. The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements.

   2. The coursework required for the AS-T in Nutrition and Dietetics as listed in the Ventura College catalog.

2. Obtain a grade of “C” or better or “P” in all courses required in the major. Even though a “pass-no-pass” is allowed (Title 5 §55062), it is highly recommended that students complete their major courses with a letter grade (A, B, or C).

3. Obtain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some transfer institutions and majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information. 

4. Complete requirements in residency. For students in the Ventura County Community College District, a minimum of 12 semester units must be completed in residence within the college district. 

See a counselor or consult assist.org, especially if you plan to transfer to a UC campus or a college or university other than CSU.

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: 

• Critically analyze information and contemporary issues in the field of nutrition science/dietetics.
• Assess how diet and nutrition can enhance overall wellness and reduce the risk of common lifestyle diseases.
• Identify career opportunities in the field of Nutrition/Dietetics and state the education required for each career.
• Describe food safety principles related to food, personnel and consumers.