Utilizes effective communication skills in the practice of dietetics. Engages in a program of self-development and continuing education. Successful completion of the program satisfies the requirements for admission to the registration examination administered by the American Dietetic Association. This exam establishes the initial registration of a dietitian. The credentials R.D. following a dietitian's name identify a qualified nutrition professional.
Meeting continuing education requirements maintains the registered status.
After successful completion of the supervised practice, students will be provided the opportunity to enter our graduate program in the Department of Nutrition and Food Science and study towards a Master s Degree. Students also can apply to our graduate program and enroll in graduate courses in the fall prior to the upcoming supervised practice. Thus, as outlined in the next page, the DI program is structured to provide maximum flexibility towards additional career developments. The DI Curriculum The University of Kentucky DI is designed to provide flexibility to students by offering two separate pathways. The first pathway is the Dietetic Internship.