Boston University
Masters in Social Work May 2018 City College of San Francisco Nutrition Assistant Certificate June 2015 National Registry of Food Safety Professionals Food Safety Manager Certificate (Certification No. 21037146) October 2014 University of California, Irvine, CA Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Social Behavior; Minor in Education June 2010 |
Nutrition Coursework
HLTH 170- Intro to Dietetics Profession
Focuses on the scope and nature of work in the nutrition field, including higher education pathways, career opportunities, professional roles, skills, responsibilities, ethics. Includes guest presentations by various nutrition paraprofessionals and networking opportunities with registered dietitians.
HLTH 171- Nutrition for Health
A practical approach to the study of nutrients with emphasis on their physiological roles, food sources, and health implications. Basic principles and tools for planning a healthy diet, and nutrition issues of current interest will be analyzed.
HLTH 172- Foodways, Nutrition & Health
A study of the cultural and socioeconomic influences on the food habits of different ethnic groups in the United States and their diet-related health risks and implications. Cross-cultural counseling strategies, food service sanitation and safety, and optimal use of food dollars will also be covered.
HLTH 173- Life Span Nutrition & Assessment
Studied the nutritional needs and special nutrition concerns throughout the life cycle; nutrition screening parameters for each age group; motivational interviewing and counseling techniques.
HLTH 174- Clinical & Community Nutrition
Learned basic principles of medical nutrition therapy and relationship of diet and disease; and principles of nutrition in public health with an emphasis on learner-centered nutrition education and community resources.
HLTH 175- Nutrition Assistant Field Experience
A total of 160 hours (minimum) practicum training under the supervision of nutrition professionals at various public health, community, or health care settings in the San Francisco - Bay Area. Achieved core competencies in: nutrition screening and risk assessment, nutrition education, nutrition counseling, intercultural communication, customer service and communication skills, food service sanitation and safety, community resource referral, and job-specific computer skills.
HLTH 170- Intro to Dietetics Profession
Focuses on the scope and nature of work in the nutrition field, including higher education pathways, career opportunities, professional roles, skills, responsibilities, ethics. Includes guest presentations by various nutrition paraprofessionals and networking opportunities with registered dietitians.
HLTH 171- Nutrition for Health
A practical approach to the study of nutrients with emphasis on their physiological roles, food sources, and health implications. Basic principles and tools for planning a healthy diet, and nutrition issues of current interest will be analyzed.
HLTH 172- Foodways, Nutrition & Health
A study of the cultural and socioeconomic influences on the food habits of different ethnic groups in the United States and their diet-related health risks and implications. Cross-cultural counseling strategies, food service sanitation and safety, and optimal use of food dollars will also be covered.
HLTH 173- Life Span Nutrition & Assessment
Studied the nutritional needs and special nutrition concerns throughout the life cycle; nutrition screening parameters for each age group; motivational interviewing and counseling techniques.
HLTH 174- Clinical & Community Nutrition
Learned basic principles of medical nutrition therapy and relationship of diet and disease; and principles of nutrition in public health with an emphasis on learner-centered nutrition education and community resources.
HLTH 175- Nutrition Assistant Field Experience
A total of 160 hours (minimum) practicum training under the supervision of nutrition professionals at various public health, community, or health care settings in the San Francisco - Bay Area. Achieved core competencies in: nutrition screening and risk assessment, nutrition education, nutrition counseling, intercultural communication, customer service and communication skills, food service sanitation and safety, community resource referral, and job-specific computer skills.
Professional Development
San Francisco Department of Public Health, Shape Up S.F. Coalition
"Sugar Science 1.0"
Certificate of Completion
California Healthy Kids Resource Center Certifications
"Foundations of Nutrition: Five Things Students Need to Know to Read the Food Label
"Recipe for Success: Integrating Academics & Nutrition"
"A Call to Action: Improving Nutrition, Physical Activity, & Learning"
School-Based Health Education Standards: Essential Health Concepts & Analyze Health Influences
San Francisco Department of Public Health, Shape Up S.F. Coalition
"Sugar Science 1.0"
Certificate of Completion
California Healthy Kids Resource Center Certifications
"Foundations of Nutrition: Five Things Students Need to Know to Read the Food Label
"Recipe for Success: Integrating Academics & Nutrition"
"A Call to Action: Improving Nutrition, Physical Activity, & Learning"
School-Based Health Education Standards: Essential Health Concepts & Analyze Health Influences