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Sep 07, 2024
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2024-2025 University of Wyoming Catalog
Human Nutrition and Food (B.S.) - Dietetics Concentration
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Provides the required coursework to pursue an approved post-graduation supervised practice experience (dietetic internship) to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
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Program Introduction
The UW Didactic Program in Nutrition and Dietetics (DPND) is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Entrance into the DPND is made only through an application process. Each prospective DPND student will initially enter the Human Nutrition and Food major. It is recommended that students apply to the DPND in the spring semester of their sophomore year. The academic requirements and supervised practice experience must be completed before the student is eligible for the Registration Examination for Dietitians administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), the credentialing agency for the Academy.
University Studies Program
This degree requires that The University Studies Program 2015 requirements are met before graduation. Some of the courses required for this major fulfill USP requirements, but not all. Students should check their degree evaluations and consult with their assigned academic advisor to discuss their specific course plan.
Required Courses - Before DPND Admission
Students must complete the following courses with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 prior to DPND application.
Grade of C or above required.
Required Courses - After DPND Admission
In addition to USP and upper division requirements, students must complete the following courses after admission to the DPND while maintaining an overall grade point average of 3.0. Failure to maintain a grade point average of 3.0 could result in program probation and/or suspension.
Grade of C or above required
FCSC Core Elective in Design, Merchandising and Textiles
Grade of C or above required.
Complete one of the following:
FCSC Core Elective in Human Development and Family Sciences
Grade of C or above required.
Complete one of the following
Additional Required Courses
Some courses may require grades of C or above. Consult your advisor.
Additional Requirements
Electives may be needed to meet the university requirement of 42 upper division credit hours and the degree minimum of 120 overall credit hours. Electives should be selected in consultation with advisor and faculty mentor.
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