Certified Dietary Manager
Certified Dietary Manager
Build the skills to lead in food service, nutrition and health care settings through Maine’s only Certified Dietary Manager program.
Prepare for leadership in dietary management
The Certified Dietary Manager credit certificate program prepares students for career growth in dietary management, food service operations, nutrition support, sanitation, safety and supervisory leadership.
This program is designed for people who want to move into leadership roles in health care, long-term care, schools, corrections, community programs and other food service environments.
NMCC offers Maine’s only Certified Dietary Manager program, creating a unique opportunity for students and working professionals across the state.
Built to meet workforce needs
This program was developed in response to workforce demand for trained professionals who understand food service management, nutrition, sanitation standards and the importance of serving people with care.
At NMCC, students receive practical, career-focused training that supports both immediate employment and long-term career advancement.
What you will learn
Nutrition & Food Service
- Nutrition and menu planning
- Health care food service operations
- Food safety and sanitation
Management & Leadership
- Food service management
- Purchasing and inventory
- Supervision and communication
Career opportunities
Graduates may pursue or advance in roles such as Certified Dietary Manager, food service manager, dietary supervisor, nutrition services manager, health care food service leader or long-term care dietary manager.
Potential employment settings include hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, schools, correctional facilities and community-based nutrition programs.
Program resources
A growing field with leadership opportunities
Food service and dietary management professionals play an essential role in health care, nutrition services and institutional food operations.
$63,060
median annual wage for food service managers nationally, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
2%
projected national job growth for food service managers from 2024 to 2034.
44,700
projected openings each year for food service managers across the country over the decade.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Food Service Managers.
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