2011-12 Online Catalogue
Dietetics, Nutrition and Food Sciences (Bachelor of Science)
Overview
Dietetics is a profession concerned with the science and art of human nutritional care, an essential component of human health science. The Didactic Program in Dietetics is currently granted developmental accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of the American Dietetic Association, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (312) 899-0040 ext. 5400. This program prepares students for careers as Registered Dietitians by providing the undergraduate requirements needed to apply to dietetic internships.
To become a Registered Dietitian, students must complete our Didactic Program in Dietetics; complete an CADE accredited supervised practice/internship program and pass the National Registration Examination for Dieticians. This major prepares graduates to counsel people about the preventive and therapeutic role of nutrition in the maintenance of health and fitness.General Requirements
- CALS Core Competencies
- CALS Degree Requirements
- Requirements for All Undergraduate Degree Students
- Nutrition and Food Sciences Core Requirements
Affiliations
- Colleges and Schools: College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
- Departments and Programs: Nutrition and Food Sciences Department.