Nutrition and Dietetics

	The Coordinated Program in Dietetics at Delta State University is currently accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetic Education of the American Dietetic Association (ADA). 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60606-6998, 312-899-4876.
A Registered Dietitian (RD) is nationally recognized as an expert in the field of food and nutrition.
To become a Registered Dietitian, you are required to meet eligibility requirements established by The American Dietetic Association (ADA)

Career Opportunities in the Nutrition and Dietetic Fields
	Health care Commercial business and industry, school feeding,  community and public health programs Wellness centers, day-care centers, or are self-employed   in private practice

Upon Successful Completion of the Program students will:
Receive Bachelor of Science Degree Be eligible to take the registration exam for dieticians Be eligible for active membership in The American Dietetic Association Be eligible for employment as an entry-level dietitian
Entry-level dietitians are knowledgeable in Food Nutrition Management Health Care Systems Communication Physical and Biological Sciences Social Sciences Research

Program Requirements
Click here to download the recommended course sequence Click here to download the Recommendation Form Click here to download the Coordinated Program Application
	Overall GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 system Completion of at least 85 hours of specific prerequisites Minimum grade of "C" in required courses
Admission to the university does not assure admission to the coordinated program. Separate   application to the coordinated program is necessary. It will be necessary for each student to have reliable transportation since most supervised practice sites will be within a 65-mile radius of Cleveland. A physical examination and proof of healthcare insurance are required prior to admission.

For more information contact:
Kathy Davis, Program Director
Coordinated Program in Dietetics
Family & Consumer Sciences
Delta State University
Ewing 110, Box 3273
Cleveland, MS 38733
Phone: 662-846-4316

Maintained by:  Cameron McMillen