What is the national Registration Examination for Dietitians?
This is the final step to becoming a Registered Dietitian. The Commission on Dietetic Registration administers the national examination and credentials dietitians. Once the student has successfully...
View ArticleWhat is a dietetic internship?
The dietetic internship is a post-baccalaureate program that provides a minimum of 1,200 hours of supervised practice in dietetics. The cost of these programs varies but the student can expect to spend...
View ArticleDo I have to take the Verification Statement Examination to get my degree?
Your B.S. degree in Health Science/Nutrition Option does not require that you take and pass the KSC Verification Statement Examination. The Verification Statement Examination is a requirement for the...
View ArticleWill I be a registered dietitian after finishing my B.S. degree at KSC?
No. To become an RD you must earn a DPD Verification Statement by passing the KSC Verification Statement Examination, and apply for and be accepted into a dietetic internship. After completing the...
View ArticleWhat are examples of certifications that do not require an RD?
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES): National Center on Health Education Credentialing Certified Personal Trainer: American Council on Exercise, American College of Sports Medicine Certified...
View ArticleWhat are some examples of jobs for non-RDs?
There are a variety of employment options, however, some may require additional training or education. Some examples include: Media Writer (medical/technical) Health speaker Author (magazines, books,...
View ArticleIf I am unsure about becoming a Registered Dietitian, can I still major in...
There are a number of career options for those who complete the program and are not certain that they want to become a Registered Dietitian. Link to the examples of non-RD jobs Job shadowing is a great...
View ArticleWhat are examples of specialty certifications for Registered Dietitians?
The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) offers the board-certified specialist designation in: Gerontological Nutrition (CSG) Sports Dietetics (CSSD) Pediatric Nutrition (CSP) Renal Nutrition...
View ArticleWhat are some examples of jobs for Registered Dietitians?
Clinical dietitians assess patients’ nutritional needs, may manage food service departments, and provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to treat and prevent diseases. Common work settings include...
View ArticleWhat is the difference between a nutritionist and a Registered Dietitian (RD)?
Nutrition professionals who have completed all of the required coursework and successfully passed the Registration Examination for Dietitians may use the legal credential RD. Only professionals who...
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