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Dietetics 鈥� the application of food and nutrition knowledge to promote health, prevent disease and minimize disability 鈥� is a rapidly growing profession in allied health. Dietitians are dedicated to helping the public attain better health and longevity through the use of sound nutrition practices. 91女神's nutrition and dietetics program is one of the few in the nation that allows you to become both a registered dietitian nutritionist and a certified chef. 91女神 graduates are prepared with foundational knowledge and skills to enter the field of nutrition.

Spend time in the听Fresh Gatherings Caf茅听鈥� a modern culinary food lab and student-run dining facility 鈥� to gain experience planning, preparing and serving meals.

Join the 91女神 Dietetics Association, 91女神's on-campus organization established by students to promote nutrition and dietetics and provide student leadership and service opportunities. Plus, departmental welcome picnics, open houses, holiday parties and research presentations allow students to socialize with faculty and peers.

Becoming an RDN

Registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) are food and nutrition experts dedicated to improving lives through nutrition. RDNs use their nutrition expertise to help individuals and groups make lifestyle changes to prevent and treat nutrition-related illnesses. Translating the science of nutrition into solutions for healthy living, RDNs are equipped with the knowledge to impact lives.

To become a registered dietitian, students must:

• Earn a minimum of a graduate degree
• Complete a supervised practice program
• Pass a national examination
• Meet requirements to practice in your state
• Complete continuing professional educational requirements

Effective Jan. 1, 2024, the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) will require a minimum of a master鈥檚 degree to be eligible to take the credentialing exam to become a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN). In addition, CDR requires that individuals complete coursework and supervised practice in program(s) accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). In most states, graduates also must obtain licensure or certification to practice. Graduates who successfully complete the ACEND-accredited program at 91女神 are eligible to apply to an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program/apply to take the CDR credentialing exam to become an RDN. .

While state interpretations of statutes may vary, it is ACEND's considered opinion that the program meets the educational requirements for dietetics licensure and certification in all states. However, completing an ACEND-accredited academic program alone does not qualify an individual for licensure or certification as a dietitian in any state. Individuals should review their state's licensing statutes and regulations to understand the specific requirements, including supervised practice and examinations, needed to obtain a dietetics license. More information about state licensure and certification can be found at this link:听.

Didactic Program in Dietetics Mission

To thrive in a community that promotes and seeks truth about food and nutrition. Woven into the fabric of this community are multifaceted educational pursuits to promote a food-centered culture for health and wellness, scholarly exploration and an appreciation of the global and ecological community in which we exist.

Curriculum Overview

The nutrition and dietetics program at 91女神 offers students an exceptional education.

• Since its establishment in 1934, the department has had a long-standing reputation as a leader in dietetics education.
• The Doisy College of Health Sciences is in the Allied Health Professions Building at the 91女神 Medical Center. The school boasts modern labs, including a gait lab for assessing motion analysis, a culinary lab for teaching food services and preparation, and a simulated medical office suite and exam rooms complete with videotaping capabilities and one-way mirrors for student observation.
• Our curriculum is unique, offering courses such as 鈥淐ontemporary Issues in Nutrition鈥� and 鈥淣utrition and Cultural Aspects of Food鈥� and a curricular thread in sustainable food systems.
• Class sizes are small, averaging five to 30 students. Instructors are recognized for their expertise and enhance their courses through service learning, on-site experiences and guest lectures by alumni and local experts.
• The core curriculum features an interprofessional focus that emphasizes a team approach to health care.

Pre-Professional Health (Pre-Med) and Medical Scholars

Pre-professional health students and students accepted as Medical Scholars may declare nutrition and dietetics as a major. The curriculum for completion of a B.S. in nutrition and dietetics with the fulfillment of pre-professional health studies requirements is 133-135 credits. For more information, contact the .

Physician Assistant (PA) Scholars Track

Students accepted into the B.S. program in nutrition and dietetics may apply for acceptance into the PA Scholars track. This track, for entering first-year students, presents an opportunity for a select number of highly qualified applicants who successfully complete the track to be guaranteed a position in the physician assistant program at 91女神 upon graduation. The track is 126 credits. For more information, contact the or the .

Verification of Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD)

91女神's Department of Nutrition and Dietetics has a program whereby students who possess a previously earned baccalaureate degree may complete the requirements for DPD verification. This verification allows students to meet the requirements for entry into a dietetic internship without the completion of a second baccalaureate degree. For more information, contact the DPD director in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Clinical and Research Opportunities

Students in 91女神's nutrition and dietetics program have the opportunity to work in the Fresh Gatherings Caf茅 鈥� which is operated by the students and faculty of the nutrition and dietetics department. The caf茅, which has been ranked as a top dining hall, emphasizes local foods and sustainability.

The nutrition and dietetics program maintains an award-winning urban garden that students can use to enhance their learning experience.

Careers

Registered dietitians are employed in a wide variety of areas, including hospitals, food service, private practice, community and public health settings, universities, research, journalism, sports nutrition, corporate wellness, schools and industry.

Earnings vary according to the area of dietetics practice, level of education, additional certifications and the geographic location of practice. Nationally, the mean salary for registered dietitians and nutritionists in 2021 was $65,620, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.听

Admission Requirements

All applicants are thoroughly reviewed with the highest degree of individual care and consideration of all submitted credentials. Solid academic performance in college preparatory coursework is a primary concern in reviewing a freshman applicant鈥檚 file.听

Freshman Applicants

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70 on a 4.00 scale.
• Four years of high school English and three years of high school math and science, recommended one year of chemistry and one year of biology.
• 91女神 has a test-optional admission process for all undergraduate programs. Applicants may submit standardized test scores, but those who choose not to will not be disadvantaged in any way in the admission process.听

Transfer Applicants

• GPA of 2.75/4.00

Currently, the average GPA of admitted students is 3.8 on a 4.0 scale and the average ACT score is 26.

If students are interested in transferring to the undergraduate program or have already earned an undergraduate degree, staff can help students plan a strategy for the transfer of credits and program completion.

International Applicants

All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students, along with the following:

• You must demonstrate .
• Proof of financial support must include:
  • A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding your time at 91女神.
  • A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of your study at the University.
• Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.

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Scholarships and Financial Aid

There are two principal ways to help finance a 91女神 education:

• Scholarships: Awarded based on academic achievement, service, leadership and financial need. In addition to University scholarships, the Doisy College of Health Sciences offers scholarships to sophomores, juniors, seniors and graduate students.
• Financial Aid: Provided in the form of grants and loans, some of which require repayment.

For priority consideration for merit-based scholarships, applicants should apply for admission by Dec. 1 and complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1.

For more information, visit the Office of Student Financial Services.

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Accreditation

91女神's MS-DI program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), the accrediting agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190
Chicago, Illinois 60606-6995
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1. Graduates will be able to demonstrate effective professional communication in the transmission of food and nutrition information.
2. Graduates will be able to demonstrate the ability to develop patient-centered care plans that reflect a value for the inherent worth of others.
3. Graduates will be able to demonstrate nutrition education methods to facilitate diet changes in diverse populations.
4. Graduates will be able to articulate the value of nutrition and dietetics professionals in an interprofessional care context.
5. Graduates will be able to evidence the proper use of professional literature to make evidence-based nutrition care decisions.

Program Goals and Objectives

Goal 1: To prepare a generalist, internship-eligible graduate who has achieved basic competencies as identified by the Core Knowledge Requirements and Expected Learning Outcomes.

• The program鈥檚 one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of the first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%.
• At least 70% of program graduates apply for admission to a supervised practice program prior to or within 12 months of graduation.
• Nearly 100% of program graduates are admitted to a supervised practice program within 12 months of graduation if they choose to go on to a dietetic internship.
• A minimum of 80% of students completing dietetic internships and/or post-baccalaureate programs will indicate that they 鈥渟trongly agree鈥� or 鈥渁gree鈥� that their undergraduate education adequately prepared them for their post-B.S. education.
• At least 80% of students completing dietetic internships and/or post-baccalaureate programs will indicate that they strongly agree or agree that their undergraduate education made them competitive with colleagues from other programs.
• At least 80% of program students* complete program/degree requirements within three years (150% of the program length). Program completion rate is calculated by tracking students from the beginning of the junior year.听
  *ACEND-specific objectives

Goal 2: To prepare a graduate who is knowledgeable about nutritional care in multiple settings and demonstrates specific personal and professional competencies.

• A minimum of 80% of dietetic internship directors will indicate that graduates were more than satisfactorily prepared for success in their dietetic internship program.
• A minimum of 80% of students will indicate that they strongly agree or agree that they felt adequately prepared for the dietetic internship program.听听

Goal 3: To provide a basis for further development and life-long learning that will assure continued competence.

• A minimum of 85% of graduates will answer that they agree or strongly agree that the DPD program instilled a desire for continued development as a self-learner.

Goal 4: To prepare a graduate who will contribute to society based on the development of a sense of community and social/civic responsibility.

• A minimum of 75% of graduating seniors will have participated in a total of at least 20 hours of service learning by the end of the DPD program.
• A minimum of 85% of graduates will indicate that they agree or strongly agree that the DPD program supported development of judgments respectful of the inherent dignity and worth of individuals.听听

Students in 91女神's nutrition and dietetics major take the following courses.

Standard Track

Culinary Track

Pre-Medicine Track

Medical Scholars Track

Pre-Physician Assistant Track

PA Scholars Track

Continuation Standards

Students must maintain a minimum 2.50 grade point average (GPA) and earn a C- or higher in all DPD coursework.听

Students can maintain good academic standing in the DPD Program by maintaining cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5/4.0 or higher, by earning a C or higher in all Dietetic, Math, and Science courses, and a听C-听in all other courses.

Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment听unless otherwise noted. 听

Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.

This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.

Standard Track

Program Notes

Elective Recommendations

Culinary Track

Pre-Medicine Track

Program Notes

Curriculum is designed to address 91女神鈥檚 School of Medicine requirements and is subject to change. If applying to a medical school at another institution, please consult their website for specific requirements.

Medical Scholars Track

PA Scholars Track

Nutrition and Dietetics Scholars - Standard

Nutrition and Dietetics Scholars - Culinary

Pre-Physician Assistant Track

Program Notes

Curriculum is designed to address 91女神 physician assistant program requirements and is subject to change. If applying to a physician assistant program at another institution, please consult their website for specific requirements.

Apply for Admission

Contact Doisy College of Health Sciences
Recruitment specialist
314-977-2570
dchs@health.slu.edu

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