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About the Pre-Dietetics Program

On Campus

Dietitians and nutritionists are experts in the use of food and nutrition to promote health and manage disease. They advise people on what to eat in order to lead a healthy lifestyle or achieve a specific health-related goal.

The Pre-Dietetics Program is designed to pair with a bachelor's degree and prepare students for masters-level study leading to qualification as a registered dietitian. Students should check with the graduate dietetics programs that they intend to apply to and consult with their advisor to discuss requirements.

PROGRAM INFORMATION GUIDE

Responsibilities of Dietitians and Nutritionists:

  • Assess patients’ and clients’ nutritional and health needs
  • Counsel patients on nutrition issues and healthy eating habits
  • Develop meal and nutrition plans, taking both clients’ preferences and budgets into account
  • Evaluate the effects of meal plans and change the plans as needed
  • Promote better health by speaking to groups about diet, nutrition, and the relationship between good eating habits and preventing or managing specific diseases
  • Create educational materials about healthy food choices
  • Keep up with or contribute to the latest food and nutritional science research
  • Document patients’ progress

Median Pay: $69,680 per year

7% Projected Employment Growth

from 2023 to 2033 according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

100% Placement Rate in Clinical Programs and Graduate Schools

Statistic based on cumulative placement data for the last 3 years

Have a question about 澳门新葡京’s Pre-Dietetics program?

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Morgan Semm

”Starting college, I wasn’t sure of the path I wanted to take. After making a few changes to my major, I ended up in Intro to Nutrition which made me become both interested and passionate about nutrition. I knew right away that I wanted to pursue a minor in nutrition. With each additional class, I became more confident in that decision and also decided to head down the pre-dietetics path. This program has provided unique learning experiences, valuable relationships with both peers and mentors, and is preparing me to enter into the Medical Nutrition master’s program. I am grateful for the opportunities and connections I have gained through this program and for the guidance and support I have received from both my advisor and professors. I am also excited for the day I can take my education and experiences and apply them into my career and hopefully make a positive impact on society.”

Morgan Semm

Health Science BS, Pre-Dietetics

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