About the Bachelors in Nutrition Sciences
The Viterbo University coordinated program provides didactic and supervised practice experiences aligned with the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics 2022 Accreditation Standards. It prepares entry level registered dietitian nutritionists for faithful service and ethical leadership.
Mission and Philosophy | Viterbo University
Growing health care demands mean opportunities for Registered Dietitians (RD) to promote health through nutrition. Dietitians assess nutritional needs, apply management skills in control and prevention of illness and utilize communication and education skills to help individuals and groups live healthy lives.
To become a registered dietitian, one must earn a master’s degree from an accredited university and perform 1,000 hours of supervised practice. Viterbo University is one of only 52 programs in the U.S. to offer coordinated programs where you earn a bachelors and masters degree along with fullfilling the 1,000 hour supervised practice requirement.
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Years 1-3:
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Core courses, pre-requisite courses for the nutrition major (chemistry, anatomy & physiology, microbiology, biochemistry, etc.) | Student pays undergraduate tuition. (financial aid & scholarships available. |
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Year 4: |
Will take nutrition courses that count towards both the undergraduate and graduate degree | Student pays the undergraduate tuition while taking graduate credits. (financial aid & scholarships available) |
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Year 5: |
Nutrition graduate courses | Student pays graduate tuition. (financial aid & scholarships available) |
With a nutrition and dietetics degree from Viterbo University, graduates are eligible to take the Commission on Dietetics examination to become registered dietitian nutritionists. Program graduates are ready for rewarding careers in a variety of roles in food service management, healthcare, and community nutrition.
A master’s degree will be required by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) in order to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) after January 1, 2024.
The Community-Medical Dietetic Program at Viterbo University is currently granted continuing accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606, 800-877-1600.
Presented by Nutrition and Dietetics Educators and Preceptors, this video explains what registered dietitian nutritionists do and how they help people improve their health with food and nutrition.
Interested in becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)?
This video will give you the background information on the steps you need to take- completing a bachelor’s, master’s, and supervised practice hours- before you can sit for the RDN national exam. Viterbo University will prepare you for this career venture!
While state interpretations of statutes may vary, it is ACEND's considered opinion that the program meets the educational requirements for dietetics licensure and certification in all states. However, completing an ACEND-accredited academic program alone does not qualify an individual for licensure or certification as a dietitian in any state. Individuals should review their state's licensing statutes and regulations to understand the specific requirements, including supervised practice and examinations, needed to obtain a dietetics license. More information about state licensure and certification can be found at this link: State Licensure
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