About this program

  • Credential Awarded: Statement of Completion
  • Type: Part-Time Program
  • Code: C2172
  • Delivery Type: Online Self-Guided (5 Years Max)
Not OSAP Eligible

Acquire knowledge and skills that will enable you to become a valuable member of a dietary team.

The Dietary Food Service Worker program was been developed with the support and co-operation of health care facilities to prepare individuals for employment in food service in a health care setting.

 

NOTE:This program offers ALL courses in a 7 week fast-track and 14 week course offering.

Highlights

  • The program’s syllabus is mandated by the Ontario government, and you must complete it if you wish to gain employment in the dietary departments of hospitals, long-term-care facilities, retirement homes, group homes, and other health care settings.

  • Mandatory Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term Care (MOHLTC) Standards for Dietary Services are incorporated throughout the program.

Career Opportunities

  • Dietary aide
  • Dietary food service worker
  • Health care food service worker
  • Working for a community healthcare agency in a client's home
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Courses

Prerequisites may be required for these courses. Please refer to individual course descriptions for specific requirements. Courses are delivered online, unless otherwise indicated in the class registration listing.

Code Course Name
Required Courses
HCFS1001 Institutional Food Service
HOSP1006 Sanitation and Safety
NUTN1003 Introduction to Nutrition
COMM1009 Communication and the Food Service Worker
CULN1035 Quantity Food Preparation
NUTN1021 Nutrition in Health Care
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How to Register

Self-guided programs

Students do not apply to part-time programs. Instead, part-time programs are self-guided. Enrol in and successfully complete each course listed on the Courses tab – on your own time and schedule. Fees are paid on a per-course basis. All courses must be successfully completed within 5 years in order for students to apply for their Statement of Completion.

Course registration

Course availability may vary term-to-term, so be sure to check courses often for upcoming offerings.

On the Courses tab click the course code or course name to see upcoming classes for that course. If a class if available, important information such as the course description, fees, and date/time will be displayed. Click the Register Now button next to your class of choice to enrol and pay through our secure checkout system.

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Complete Your Program

  • Once you have successfully completed all of the required courses you may apply for your Statement of Completion.
  • All courses must be successfully completed within 5 years in order for students to be eligible for their Statement of Completion.
  • Please note that recipients of Statements of Completion do not graduate in Convocation ceremonies. Please see the Academic Credentials Policy for details.
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