Dietetics Program Mission and Goals

The Master of Nutrition and Dietetics program prepares competent, caring, entry-level registered dietitian nutritionists who can navigate the changing landscape of an evidence-based practice in clinical, community and management settings through innovative, student-centered education that integrates didactic and experiential learning.

Program graduates will, in a timely manner, complete education required to become competent Registered Dietitian Nutritionists who have the knowledge and skills to succeed on the registration examination and enter the workforce.  

• • Objective 1.1: At least 80% of students complete program requirements within 3 years (150% of program length).
  • Objective 1.2: At least 80% of graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists within 12 months of completion.
  • Objective 1.3: The program's one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%.

Program graduates will begin entry level practice as Registered Dietitian Nutritionists with the knowledge and skills in clinical nutrition, community nutrition and foodservice management to successfully gain employment to their and their employer’s satisfaction.   

• • Objective 2.1: Of graduates who seek employment, at least 80% are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.
  • Objective 2.2: At least 80% of employers will indicate on a survey that program graduates were prepared or very prepared for entry-level practice.
  • Objective 2.3: At least 80% of graduates will indicate on a survey that they felt prepared or very prepared for entry-level practice.  

Program Outcome Data is available upon request.