The work week is 32 hours with an additional six hours of classroom time. Saturdays and Sundays usually are scheduled off, but are needed to complete projects and homework. Grievances Procedures are established for grievances within the School of Medicine at OHSU Dietetic Internship Program. These procedures are given to appointees. However, an intern may be asked to resign at any time during the year if one's work is unsatisfactory or if the intern is not professionally qualified to become a Registered Dietitian.
Preceptors evaluate intern performance in all clinical experiences.
Based on this formative evaluation and a portfolio submitted by the intern, a grade is given quarterly by the Clinical Coordinator. Grades for classes are given using a variety of criteria established for each graduate course. Graduates receive a Verification Statement from the Internship Director and are eligible for active membership in The American Dietetic Association. Successful graduates may take the next registration exam following graduation. At graduation, each intern receives a Certificate of Completion of the program and an official program pin.