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Welcome to Culinary Medicine in Foodservice
Health meets Food: Integrating Science-based Nutrition research
Foodservice professionals play a central role in changing the way Americans eat. Join us to gain a unique combination of nutritional knowledge and improved healthy culinary skills to effectively incorporate healthy options into a variety of menus. Culinary Medicine credential (Tier I, Tier II, or Tier III) eligible for academic credit conversion.
Ideal for individuals passionate about integrating science-based nutrition into a recognized skill set, these courses include online education as well as hands-on cooking modules. Available in multiple class formats, instruction is designed for culinary professionals with the following experience:
HCT140 | Health meets Food: Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals, Tier III
Earn Tier III: Certificate in Culinary Medicine
Wednesdays • May 28 - July 9 • 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Foodservice professionals are perfectly positioned to play a central role in changing the way Americans eat. The Health Meets Food: Culinary Medicine program provides foodservice professionals at any level with a unique combination of nutritional knowledge and improved healthy culinary skills so they can effectively incorporate healthy options into menus to help consumers. Professionals with Culinary Medicine knowledge and skills are empowered to develop food that is not just delicious, but also healthful. A solid foundation in Culinary Medicine enhances the ability to prepare food for the most diverse range of nutrition needs. Featuring a hybrid curriculum comprised of online education and hands-on cooking modules, this course is designed for those passionate about integrating science-based nutrition research into their culinary skillset and will equip them with the nutritional knowledge and culinary skills to optimize health. Students who complete the course will earn a Tier III Certificate in Culinary Medicine.
HCT140 • In-Person HCT140 • Structured Remote
HCT141 | Health meets Food: Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals, Tier II
Earn Tier II: Certificate in Culinary Medicine
Earn Tier I: Certified Culinary Medicine Professional (CCMP) by passing CCMP exam
Wednesdays • July 16 - August 27 • 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
This is a continuation of coursework from "Health meets Food: Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals, Tier III" for those who have earned the "Tier III Certificate in Culinary Medicine." Topics covered include renal diet, diabetes and nutrition, heart disease and diet, cancer nutrition, obesity & weight management, geriatric diet, and more. This course culminates in a practical capstone project and a proctored certification exam. Students successfully completing this course will earn a Tier II Certificate in Culinary Medicine. Subsequently, students who successfully pass the Certified Culinary Medicine Professional (CCMP) exam, will earn top tier for Culinary Medicine: Tier I CCMP Certification.
Prerequisite: Students must successfully complete HCT140 prior to class start date of HCT141.
HCT141 • In-Person HCT141 • Structured Remote
Program Information
Receive a $500 HCTI Scholarship Towards Class Costs
There is a $500 scholarship available towards the cost of this class. Click below to apply. Please note, for a Culinary Medicine class scholarship, applicants do NOT need to “demonstrate financial need and meet the most current HUD Income Limits (“Low”) for Frederick, Maryland”, nor do they need to submit a copy of their most recent Federal Income Tax return.
$500 Scholarship Application
NEW! HCT122 | Health meets Food: Community Adult Beginner Series
Join us this summer to discover a world of culinary delights! From healthy cooking based on Mediterranean Diet principles to eating on a budget, and planning future culinary adventures, these community education classes are available in-person and online.
HCTI Community Education • Learn More!
Health meets Food: Integrating Science-based Nutrition research
Ideal for individuals passionate about integrating science-based nutrition into a recognized skill set, these courses include online education as well as hands-on cooking modules. Available in multiple class formats, instruction is designed for culinary professionals with the following experience:
- Professionals with at least three years of experience
- Employment at a Healthcare facility
- Certified Dietary Managers
- USDA Ag Extension Agents
- Graduates of accredited culinary or nutrition schools
- Foodservice/culinary/nutrition educators at post-secondary or secondary institutions
- Those holding a certification from the American Culinary Federation (ACF)
HCT140 | Health meets Food: Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals, Tier III
Earn Tier III: Certificate in Culinary Medicine
Wednesdays • May 28 - July 9 • 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Foodservice professionals are perfectly positioned to play a central role in changing the way Americans eat. The Health Meets Food: Culinary Medicine program provides foodservice professionals at any level with a unique combination of nutritional knowledge and improved healthy culinary skills so they can effectively incorporate healthy options into menus to help consumers. Professionals with Culinary Medicine knowledge and skills are empowered to develop food that is not just delicious, but also healthful. A solid foundation in Culinary Medicine enhances the ability to prepare food for the most diverse range of nutrition needs. Featuring a hybrid curriculum comprised of online education and hands-on cooking modules, this course is designed for those passionate about integrating science-based nutrition research into their culinary skillset and will equip them with the nutritional knowledge and culinary skills to optimize health. Students who complete the course will earn a Tier III Certificate in Culinary Medicine.
HCT140 • In-Person HCT140 • Structured Remote
HCT141 | Health meets Food: Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals, Tier II
Earn Tier II: Certificate in Culinary Medicine
Earn Tier I: Certified Culinary Medicine Professional (CCMP) by passing CCMP exam
Wednesdays • July 16 - August 27 • 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
This is a continuation of coursework from "Health meets Food: Culinary Medicine for Foodservice Professionals, Tier III" for those who have earned the "Tier III Certificate in Culinary Medicine." Topics covered include renal diet, diabetes and nutrition, heart disease and diet, cancer nutrition, obesity & weight management, geriatric diet, and more. This course culminates in a practical capstone project and a proctored certification exam. Students successfully completing this course will earn a Tier II Certificate in Culinary Medicine. Subsequently, students who successfully pass the Certified Culinary Medicine Professional (CCMP) exam, will earn top tier for Culinary Medicine: Tier I CCMP Certification.
Prerequisite: Students must successfully complete HCT140 prior to class start date of HCT141.
HCT141 • In-Person HCT141 • Structured Remote
Program Information
- HCT141 Prerequisite: Successful completion of HCT140 prior to class start date of HCT141.
- In-person classes meet at the Monroe Center, located at 200 Monroe Avenue in Frederick, MD.
- Structured remote students meet virtually at the same time as in-person classes. Learn more about FCC class formats.
Receive a $500 HCTI Scholarship Towards Class Costs
There is a $500 scholarship available towards the cost of this class. Click below to apply. Please note, for a Culinary Medicine class scholarship, applicants do NOT need to “demonstrate financial need and meet the most current HUD Income Limits (“Low”) for Frederick, Maryland”, nor do they need to submit a copy of their most recent Federal Income Tax return.
$500 Scholarship Application
NEW! HCT122 | Health meets Food: Community Adult Beginner Series
Join us this summer to discover a world of culinary delights! From healthy cooking based on Mediterranean Diet principles to eating on a budget, and planning future culinary adventures, these community education classes are available in-person and online.
HCTI Community Education • Learn More!
