UK DNH ACEND Accredited Dietetics Program Option A DPD Option B CP Both Options: Lead to the BS in Dietetics Fulfill the

the ACEND Foundation Knowledge Requirements and/or Competencies Contact your DNH Advisor or the DNH DPD Director for advice on which program to pursue.

Is an ACEND-accredited didactic program in dietetics Prepares the dietetic student to meet the core knowledge learning outcomes for dietitians in the clinical, community, and food systems management domains

Upon successful completion of the DPD, students will have a BS degree in Dietetics and will be eligible to apply to a Dietetic Internship

The academic component of dietitian education is available to students who:

Declare Dietetics in the Department of DNH as their major Attain a GPA of > 2.8 on a 4.0 scale to progress into major coursework requirements in Junior Year ( or year 3) of the DPD

Outcomes for DPD Graduates

ACEND Core Knowledge Requirements met and Verification Statement earned

BS in Dietetics
Eligible to apply to a Supervised Practice Program (SPP), also known as a Dietetic Internship

Two academic years - 4 semesters - basic pre-professional & UK CORE courses Two years of intensive academic, professional, and experiential study Didactic coursework is 4 semesters:
Junior/Year 3 Senior/Year 4 Fall and Spring Fall and Spring

STEPS TO THE DIETETIC INTERNSHIP

The following steps are designed to assist you in obtaining a Dietetic Internship after completing the DNH DPD

STEP 1
Complete UK CORE and Pre-professional Requirements

STEP 2
Strive for a High GPA
Dietetic Internships are competitive admission programs. Improve your chances by maintaining a good GPA. Candidates are not considered competitive unless they have at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 GPA scale.

STEP 3
Participate in Volunteer Activities in Dietetics
As soon as possible, start gaining experience in dietetics. Experience may either be paid or volunteer. These experiences will benefit you when being evaluated for acceptance into a Dietetic Internship.

STEP 4
Join and Participate in Professional Organizations
AND KDA BGAND UKSDNA www.eatright.org www.kyeatright.org www. Bluegrasseatright.org www.ca.uky.edu/HES/NFS.htm

STEP 5
Participate in Extracurricular Activities
It is important to have leadership experience to be successful in dietetics. Gain these experiences early in your college career.

STEP 6
Start Your Electronic Application
DICAS Application Portal: https://portal.dicas.org/ Computer Matching Procedures & Policies: http://www.eatright.org/CADE/content.aspx?id=186

STEP 7
Follow Dietetic Internship Application Guidelines Carefully
You must complete an application (DICAS) and participate in the internship ranking process (D&D Digital, http://www.dnddigital.com/) When asking for recommendations:
Submit a Resume and a Letter of Recommendation fact sheet to the person from whom you are requesting a reference. Order your official transcripts early in the application process!

STEP 8
Write a Strong Personal Statement for the Application Packet
Go through the editing process again. Seek input from the UK Writing Center. Check with your advisor or mentor regarding the quality of your work.

STEP 9
Go Over All Requirements
Edit ! Edit ! Edit !

QUESTIONS???
Please contact:
The respective Dietetic Internship Program Contact Your DNH Advisor the DNH DPD Director Dr. Dawn Brewer, MS, RD Dawn.Brewer@uky.edu