Diet and Nutrition

Introduction

B.Voc. in Diet and Nutrition is a three year degree programme offered by JCC (UGC Approved University). Nutrition being a subdiscipline of Medicine, focusing on all the aspects of the food we eat, the nutrition we get from it and its effects on the human body.

The programme provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from highly qualified professionals. Training towards becoming a dietitian allows the student to enter the fastest growing industry today as more and more people require advice and guidance for their nutritional needs.

This programme is designed for students who are interested in working towards improving human health and well-being by suggesting a well-organised lifestyle and healthy eating habits.

The programme will interest students who are looking for a career inspired by healthy living, natural ways of disease management and improving the community health status.

This discipline has several segments such as Nutrition for Health & Fitness, Therapeutic Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition and many more. The programme in Diet and Nutrition at JCC provides the students with the required skills, knowledge and attitude to render their services in this fast growing health industry.

Course Objective

To provide a strong foundation and comprehensive training to aspirants from any discipline to pursue careers in the Nutrition Industry.
To train students to learn the methods of Nutritional Assessment and Diet Planning for the patients, athletes and community in general.
To make students aware about the applications of nutrition in different Industries.
To To develop a holistic knowledge base in clinical, community and fitness nutrition giving students ample opportunities in this field.
To train students to become healthcare professionals and render their services in NGOs, Hospitals, FMCG and Sports Industry.
TThe trained graduates will look after the well-being of the masses helping them to lead a stress-free and fulfilling life.

Course Highlights

The Diet and Nutrition Course comprises well-structured lectures with a practical approach. The main highlights of this programme are:

Extensive knowledge on the subject
The curriculum is supported by ample practical knowledge to the students through practical classes on a regular basis.
Hands-on training of various aspects of nutrition
Three-month Internship programme in any related sector
Personality Development and Soft Skill Session
Inculcating Research Aptitude
Introduction to a Foriegn Language
Learning Entrepreneurship Skills and Consumer Economics in Food and Nutrition Industry
Learning principle of Institutional Food Management
Learning phases of Human Growth and Development through Lifespan
Introduction to Resource Management
Understanding Rural Communication in Health and Nutrition
Presentations on Academic and Industry oriented subjects
Guest lectures by Senior Industry Professionals
Mock Interview Sessions
Placement Assistance

Eligibility

10+2 with minimum 50% aggregate (English compulsory)

Age limit -21 years

Admission Process
The student has to appear for the common entrance exam (JET). This consists of a written test, group discussion and a personal interview.

Fee Structure

Diet & Nutrition
Diet & Nutrition
Total Fees	Rs. 3,45,000 + Rs.3000 Student Activity Fund(per annum) + Rs.5000 Security Deposit + Rs. 15000 Admission Registration Fee (One time payment).
Ist Installment (Payable at the time of Admission)	Rs. 78,000 {(Rs. 55,000 + Rs.5000 (Security Deposit) + Rs.3000 (Student Activity Fund)per annum + Rs. 15000 Admission Registration Fee(One time payment)}payable at the time of admission.
IInd Installment	Rs. 55,000 payable by December 31, 2023.
IIIrd Installment	Rs. 60,500 {(Rs.57,500 + Rs.3000(Student Activity Fund)per annum} payable by July 31, 2024.
IVth Installment	Rs. 57,500 payable by December 31, 2024.
Vth Installment	Rs. 63,000 {(Rs.60,000 + Rs.3000 (Student Activity Fund)per annum} payable by July 31, 2025.
VIth Installment	Rs. 60,000 payable by December 31, 2025.

Total Fees(For 1 Year)	Rs.90,000+Rs.5000(Security)
Total Fees_Diet Assistant(For 6 Months)	Rs.45,000+Rs.5000(Security)
Total Fees_Diabetes Educator(For 6 Months)	Rs.30,000+Rs.5000(Security)
Total Fees_Obesity & Weight Management(For 6 Months)	Rs. 30,000+Rs.5000(Security)
Total Fees_Sports Nutrition & Fitness Supplementation(For 6 Months)	Rs. 45,000+Rs.5000(Security)
Total Fees_Diabesity(Certificate Prog.)	Rs. 45,000+Rs.5000(Security)

Course Opportunity

Nutritionist
Dietitian
Community Education Officer
Health Promotion Specialist
International Aid/Development Worker
Nutritional Therapist
Researchere
Teaching
Food Processing Consultant

Infrastructure

Auditorioum for seminars and workshop

Auditoriums are meant for huge gatherings where the workshops and seminars are being conducted. Experts are being called for giving special lectures on various concepts. Workshops are conducted to train the students and provide them with the expertise of designing products.

Production Lab/ Kitchen

Students are given a hand on training on the basic knowledge of recipe calculation and preparing food later making them proficient in nutrient calculation and sensory evaluation. They are also taught the importance of time and material management.

Bakery Lab

A well-equipped bakery where the students are taught all aspects of bakery and confectionery. They learn to make products like breads, cakes, cookies, pastries, muffins, etc.

Theory classroom with smart boards

Theory classrooms have blackboards and smart-boards both in each class for making learning a smart learning. Presentations, lectures and discussion are different modes of teaching used in the classrooms.

Biochemistry Lab

Physiology Lab

Microbiology Lab

Acitivities

ACTIVITIES / WORKSHOPS

Workshops are conducted by industry specialist on topics like:

Childhood obesity, Diabetes Dietary Management, Colour therapy (Acupressure), Food swaps and many more on a regular basis.
Meal preparation/ recipe making workshops for PCOS, Diabetes Mellitus are conducted.

Industrial Visits

Students are taken on visits to make them understand the different aspects of food handling.
Food Industry Visits - Mother Dairy, Parle G, PepsiCo and many more
Industrial Kitchen Visits - Seven Seas, Crowne Plaza and many more
Food Fairs like AAHAAR to familiarize them with the new healthy food brands launched in the market.
Food Preservation Units