Didactic Program in Dietetics

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Didactic Program in Dietetics

THE PROGRAM

This Bachelor of science in Applied Sciences from the Didactic Program in Dietetics at YSU is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), a division of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Upon satisfactory completion of the DPD, students are issued a verification statement confirming eligibility to apply for an ACEND accredited Dietetic Internship.
Completion of supervised practice establishes eligibility to sit for the Registration examination for dietitians. Successful completion of the examination results in the Registed Dietetian credential, awarded by Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
DPD graduates are also eligible to take the Registration exam for Dietetic Technicians and obtain the DTR credential upon successful completion.

PROGRAM MISSION

The mission of the Didactic Program in Dietetics is to prepare students for supervised practice through a Dietetic Internship and/or graduate studies. Further the DPD seeks to initiate students into the culture of our profession and foster competence in dealing with diverse populations, conducting scientific investigation about food and health, and collaborating with other health professions in the provision of quality care for clients.

PROGRAM GOALS AND OUTCOMES

Goal #1: Over a 5-year period, DPD will prepare graduates for supervised practice in an accredited Dietetic Internship program (DI) and/or advanced studies in a graduate program.

O-1:Over a 5-year period, 80% of students enrolled in the professional courses in the third year of a bachelor level DPD are expected to complete program/degree requirements within 150% of the time planned for completion.

O-2: Over a 5-year period, 60% of DPD graduates will apply to supervised practice programs in the year they complete the program.

O-3: Over a 5-year period, 80% of graduates accepted into Supervised Practice programs will receive a satisfactory evaluation from the program director.

O-4: 80% of applicants will be accepted to Graduate School in the specified 5 year period

O-5: Over a 5-year period, 80% of first-time takers will pass the RD Exam

Goal #2: Over a 5-year period, The DPD will prepare culturally-competent graduates who are capable of serving diverse populations with sensitivity and respect.

O-1: 80% of DPD students will get Final Course grades of “B” or better for the Food and Culture Assignment – Cultural Profile and Assimilation of Selected Immigrant Population

O-2: 80% of DPD students will get a “B” or better grades on Case Study assignments for FNUT 3760 & 4860 - MNT 2 & 3 courses.

O-3: 70% of DPD graduates who practice in dietetics will report providing interventions for diverse populations

O-4: 70% of employers of DPD graduates will report on employees provision of interventions for diverse populations.

Goal #3: Over a 5-year period, The DPD will prepare graduates who are technologically capable in their profession.

O-1: 80% of DPD students will get a Final Grade of “B” or better FNUT 4802 – Research Methods course – Proposal development (literature review, reference manager, statistical analyses, presentation media).

O-2: 80% of DPD students will get a Final Grade of “B” or better FNUT 1552L Nutritional Assessment course labs

O-3:100% of DPD students will create an Electronic portfolio of educational progression.

O-4: 80% of DPD graduates who practice in dietetics will report successful use of technology in the performance of their assigned duties.

O-5: 70% of employers of DPD graduates will report on employees successful use of technology in assigned duties

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Admission: Students must meet the admission requirements for Youngstown State University. Admission requirements are provided in the YSU Undergraduate Bulletin published online, and available by visiting the YSU Website.

Didatic Program in Dietetics Curriculum Sheet 2009 - 2011

Didactic Program in Dietetics Student Handbook - 2011 Edition

Foundation Knowledge and Skills Met in the DPD Curriculum

ESTIMATED DPD PROGRAM COSTS

Tuition, which includes Instructional, general and informational fees, averages $3599 per semester for full-time students (12-16 credit hours), plus a College fee of $78 per semester, as published by the university for the 2010-11 academic year. Additional program associated costs are detailed below.

Junior Year

$$$

Books

400

AND membership -Annual

Mahoning Valley Dietetic Association Membership - Annual

Uniform & shoes – Food Service/Safety apparel for food labs

Software – Microsoft Office Suite Student Package (Optional)

Senior Year

Books

125

AND membership -Annual

Mahoning Valley Dietetic Association Membership - Annual

Ohio Dietetic Association Annual Conference

Registration
Transportation, lodging, meals

100

Post-Graduate

Dietetic Internship Application Fee – Initial Application

Each additional application

Graduate School Application Fee – varies by Institution

YSU - 30

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Zara Rowlands, PhD, RD. Room: 3050 Cushwa Hall Phone: 330-941-2021 E-mail: zcshah AT ysu DOT edu

ACCREDITATION The baccalaureate degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The program completed the 10th year reaccreditation process in 2010 and was granted full accreditation for the next ten years. ACEND may be contacted at:

120 South Riverside Plaza

Suite 2000

Chicago, Illinois 60606-6995

Phone: 312-899-0040

Web Address: http://www.eatright.org/ACEND/content.aspx?id=4294967419

ABOUT THE FIELD OF DIETETICS

Careers in Dietetics (Requires Microsoft PowerPoint) What is a Registered Dietitian (RD)?

Occupational Outlook for Dietitians

AFFILIATIONS

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS: eatright.org

OHIO DIETETIC ASSOCIATION: eatrightohio.org

MAHONING VALLEY DIETETIC ASSOCIATION (https://www.facebook.com/myMVDA)