Dietary Manager Training Program – Pathway I

Build the knowledge and skills needed to work in dietary management through this comprehensive online training program. This course prepares students for the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM®)/Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP®) credentialing exams.

In this flexible online format, Sarah Pittman, MS, RD, LDN, covers:

• Basic nutrition and medical nutrition therapy
• Food service management and human resources
• Food safety and required 150-hour internship

This is an ANFP-approved, accelerated training program for self-motivated individuals with food service experience seeking career advancement. The program prepares you to become a CDM®, CFPP® and to join the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals (ANFP).

Prerequisite: High school diploma or GED.
 

Important documents & registration steps

1. Internship FAQ
View the FAQ document for details on the 150-hour requirement.

2. Payment plan
View Payment plan
Note: Contact CE at 217-351-2235 before enrolling to set this up.

3. Textbooks
Books are required for this course. View the book ordering procedure.

Parkland College students have an 87.5% first-time exam pass rate, exceeding the national average of 77%. 
 

Employer Sponsorship

If you are an employer looking to register an employee, fill out the Third Party Sponsorship Form or contact Community Education at 217/351-2235. Community Education staff will register your employee(s). Payment can be made by credit card, or an invoice can be issued.