Student Experience

What to Expect

Algonquin College is proud to provide a diverse and dynamic student experience. Check out the highlights below to get a sense of what to expect as a student in the Food and Nutrition Management program.

AC’s Food and Nutrition Management program has received a 5-year Accreditation award, the highest award possible, from the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management (CSNM). This gives our graduating students the highest level of certification in the field of Nutrition Management, offering the competitive edge needed for career success.

Success Stories and Testimonials

“The Food and Nutrition Management program at Algonquin College gave me a great set of tools to work with once I got into food services in health care. The lectures given by professors were clear and concise and often provided real life examples to connect what we were learning that day to it’s application in the workplace. The professors were great at sticking around after class to answer questions, to provide feedback and give advice for our future careers.

Thanks to the program, I was able to land a co-op opportunity with CHEO Food and Nutrition Services and I am happy to say that I was able to succeed quickly as a co-op student and was hired as a result of the training and experience I received at Algonquin College.”
– Christopher Dennison, Graduate, Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor, CHEO

“As a graduate of the Food and Nutrition Management program, I can confidently say that this program has equipped me with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the Healthcare sector.

During my studies, I had the opportunity to engage with professionals and completed a field placement that provided real world experience. Professors were exceptionally knowledgeable and supportive. I’m grateful for the solid foundation that I gained from this program.”
– Durga Bhavani Katta, Graduate, Patient Service Supervisor, Royal Ottawa Hospital (ROH)

“Algonquin College’s Food and Nutrition Management program built on the skills I developed in Culinary Management and gave me the necessary knowledge and networking opportunities to achieve a successful, rewarding, and well-paying career in the healthcare sector as a Food Service Supervisor for two hospitals in Ottawa.”
– Stephen Veaudry, Graduate, Supervisor, Foodservices, Queensway-Carleton Hospital & Bruyere Continuing Care

Work-Integrated Learning

During your time in the Food and Nutrition Management program, you’ll gain real-world experience during 175 hours of field placement, where you participate in the supervision of food and nutrition services. Most placements take place in a long-term or other health care facility. Make valuable connections with the opportunity to leave a lasting impression.