Which degree should I get?

I want to be an RD... which Associate Degree should I get?

• Hi everyone, I'm currently 21 years old (just turned two months ago) and I have decided to change career paths. All of my life, I have wanted to be a teacher. There was a brief time where I wanted to pursue nursing, but I have decided neither of those things fit me anymore. When I think of being a teacher now, I almost feel "claustrophobic." I want a degree that will allow me to work in a number of different environments, and something I'm passionate about. I've decided to become an RD. I know it's not a cake walk. There is a lot of science involved, but I think it will be worth it in the long run. I didn't get stellar grades in high school. I had a C+ average, which would allow me to get into many colleges, but I wouldn't be able to get a lot of help financially. I have taken quite a few classes at my local community college that will go towards an AAS (Associate degree in arts and science -- direct transfer.) Should I continue with this Associate degree, or should I go for getting an Associate in general studies? Either way, I'll have to take quite a few classes when I transfer to a university. What do you think?

• Answer:

  See the information at the link below. Some community colleges offer Dietetic Technician programs. Some Dietetics programs accept transfer credit from Dietetic Technician programs. Read the information at the link below. Look up the requirements for the programs of interest to you. Find out if they accept transfer credit from community colleges.