Students learn diagnostic and therapeutic procedures used in the management of a wide variety of communication disorders affecting children and adults. Supervised practicum opportunities are provided at a number of off-campus sites as well as the MU Speech and Hearing Center. Graduates of the master's degree program have a broad choice of employment opportunities in public schools, clinics, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, or private practice. The program is fully accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation. Dietitians work in a variety of settings.
Clinical dietitians work on medical teams in healthcare facilities.
Community dietitians work in government or privately funded programs to promote the health and well- being of various population groups. Management dietitians work in healthcare institutions, schools, cafeterias, and restaurants managing the business aspects of food service. A graduate level dietetic internship is also available. Successful completion of both a bachelor of science degree in dietetics and a dietetic internship is necessary to be eligible to take the exam needed to attain the credential of a Registered Dietitian. The dietetics program is administered by the MU College of Nursing and Health ProfessionsA masters degree program related to nutrition intervention is also administered through the Family and Consumer Sciences Program of the college of Education and Human Services.