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Application Process and Information

Admission into the Nutrition and Dietetics program at 蘑菇短视频is a selective process requiring individuals to apply to gain acceptance. Students may declare a pre-major in nutrition and dietetics when they have completed, or are concurrently completing, all liberal studies and program pre-requisites. Students must formally apply and be admitted to the program before beginning the professional sequence of courses in the junior year. See the Student Handbook for more information.  

The application process, required documents, and student handbook are provided in the links below:

• ND Program Application Process
• ND Program Recommendation Form
• ND Student Handbook

The Nutrition and Dietetics, B.S. program is a 120-hour undergraduate degree program. Listed below are links to the catalog course requirements and suggested eight semester plan. 

• Eight Semester Plan with Milestones for B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics

Program Goals and Objectives

The mission of the Nutrition and Dietetics Didactic Program in Dietetics (ND-DPD) at 蘑菇短视频 is to provide active learning opportunities and community engagement that promotes health in diverse communities while preparing students for supervised practice leading to eligibility for the credentialing exam to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).

Goal 1

Graduates will have knowledge to be competent for entry into supervised practice settings and entry level practice.

路      Objective 1.1

At least 80% of students complete program requirements within 3 years (150% of planned program length).

路      Objective 1.2

The program鈥檚 one-year pass rate on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%.

路      Objective 1.3

At least 75% of graduates will rate the program as 鈥渕eets expectations鈥� or higher on the senior exit survey.

Goal 2

The program will prepare graduates for entry into supervised practice leading to eligibility for the Commission on Dietetic Registration credentialing exam to become a registered dietitian nutritionist.

路      Objective 2.1

At least 鈥�65鈥� percent of program graduates apply for admission to a supervised practice program prior to or within 12 months of graduation

路      Objective 2.2

Of program graduates who apply to a supervised practice program, at least 鈥�60 鈥媝ercent are admitted within 12 months of graduation

路      Objective 2.3

Of the dietetic internship directors surveyed, 75% will score the 蘑菇短视频DPD graduates as 鈥渨ell prepared鈥� for a dietetic internship
 
路      Objective 2.4 

100% of faculty participate in professional development activities for maintaining current and applied nutrition and dietetics currency for teaching, service, or scholarship in the profession. 

Program outcomes data are available upon request from the ND-DPD Program Director or the School of Health Sciences Director. Additional information regarding program assessment and outcomes is available in the ND Student Handbook.

Program Cost

Housing and meal plans are included in standard residential fees. Required textbooks are provided through the university鈥檚 book rental program and are included in registration fees.

Program Specific Costs

In addition to university tuition and fees, Nutrition and Dietetics (ND-DPD) students should plan for the following:

Required:

• Program fee: $125 per semester
• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics student membership (required upon program admission)
• ServSafe certification (course materials and exam)

Additional Costs May Include:

• Supplemental course materials
• Professional development (e.g., conferences, networking)

Transfer credit is evaluated in accordance with university policy. Students with prior learning experiences (such as coursework, culinary training, or dietetic technician education) may be eligible for course substitutions following review by the ND-DPD Program Director.

Students may be required to submit course syllabi or documentation to determine equivalency to program requirements. Coursework must meet recency and accreditation standards.

To graduate from the Nutrition and Dietetics program and receive a DPD Verification Statement, students must:

• Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in the major
• Earn a grade of 鈥淐鈥� or better in all ND courses
• Complete all required Nutrition and Dietetics coursework
• Complete all Liberal Studies and university degree requirements
• Successfully complete all program competencies, including KRDN requirements

Students must also meet all university graduation requirements, including a minimum of 120 credit hours and completion of all degree audit requirements.

Upon completion of the program and degree requirements, students receive a DPD Verification Statement, which qualifies them to apply to ACEND-accredited supervised practice programs and to pursue the Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR) credential.

The Nutrition and Dietetics program includes face-to-face, hybrid, and online coursework. Students are expected to have access to:

• A computer with reliable internet
• The university learning management system (Canvas)
• 蘑菇短视频student email and login credentials

Courses may include asynchronous and synchronous learning activities. Some courses may require proctored exams.

To become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), individuals must complete the following steps:

1. Earn a graduate degree from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education recognized accrediting agency (required as of January 1, 2024)
2. Complete an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD)
3. Receive a DPD Verification Statement
4. Complete an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program
5. Pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing examination for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists

Visit: https://www.cdrnet.org/RDN

To become a Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR), individuals must complete the following steps:

1. Earn a bachelor鈥檚 degree from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education recognized accrediting agency
2. Complete an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD)
3. Receive a DPD Verification Statement
4. Pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing examination for NDTRs

Graduates of the 蘑菇短视频 Didactic Program in Dietetics are eligible to complete these steps and pursue the NDTR credential.

Visit: https://www.cdrnet.org/NDTR

Various financial sources, such as grants, loans, scholarships and student employment are available to qualified undergraduate students. To become eligible, an application for financial assistance can be obtained by contacting 蘑菇短视频Financial Aid Office in Room 218 of the Killian Annex (finaid@email.wcu.edu), 828-227-3181. Financial aid recipients are expected to comply with the guidelines established by each specific granting or loaning agency.  

There are three scholarships available specifically for ND students in the DPD program: the Wilma Cosper Scholarship, the Dr. Barbara Cosper Scholarship, and the Leland and Francile Keith Waters Scholarship. The general scholarship application is required for consideration for these scholarships. Application opens during the Fall semester, and the deadline for submitting the scholarship application online is in early Spring semester. Students also must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by January 1 each year in order to be considered for need-based scholarships.

Refer to the for licensure information in the state of North Carolina.

In addition to national credentialing, many states require licensure or certification to practice. In North Carolina, individuals must obtain licensure through the North Carolina Board of Dietetics/Nutrition (NCBDN). Requirements for licensure vary by state, and students are responsible for reviewing requirements for the state in which they intend to practice. 

Visit: https://ncbdn.org/