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DieteticsDietitians are nutrition experts who strive for optimal health and nutrition of individuals and the population. The Didactic Program in Dietetics is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, the accrediting agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly named the American Dietetic Association.) The curriculum for the dietetics program as well as the diet and exercise program meet the academic requirements of the Didactic Program in Dietetics and prepare students for a career in the field of dietetics. Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to accredited dietetic internships/supervised practice programs. Upon successful completion of the experience program, graduates are eligible to take the national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration to become a registered dietitian (RD). Learning outcomes for students in the program are shown here. Course requirements2013-2014 Catalog curriculum information 2012-2013 Catalog curriculum information Course sequence flow sheet (PDF) 2011-2012 Catalog curriculum information Course sequence flow sheet (PDF) 2009-2011 Catalog curriculum information Careers and internshipsRead about career opportunities and salary information for registered dietitians. Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for admission to accredited/approved dietetic internships/supervised practice programs. Upon successful completion of the experience program, graduates are eligible to take the national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration to become a registered dietitian (RD) and to practice in the field of dietetics. Learn more about becoming an RD. Get involvedStudents are encouraged to develop leadership and professional skills and abilities through involvement in student organizations and other extra-curricular experiences. Work and volunteer hours are valuable for enhancing professional potential as well as study abroad experiences and Honors Program membership. Student organizations/clubsProfessional associations/organizationsStudents are also encouraged to become student members of professional associations/organizations and network with professionals within the career field. Students may choose to become members of the following: American Association of Diabetes Educators American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics American Institute of Wine and Food American Public Health Association American Society for Nutrition |
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