Nutrition & Dietetics Programs
The University of Cincinnati has a variety of different programs to choose from in Nutrition & Dietetics. All undergraduate students who are interested in becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or who want to work in a nutrition related profession should enroll in one of the tracks in the Nutrition & Dietetics major.
Nutrition & Dietetics - Community Nutrition
The Nutrition & Dietetics - Community program is a four year degree that gives you a strong foundation in nutrition, science and wellness. This track allows you to help people change their lifestyle and develop healthy eating habits. This pathway provides the coursework needed to apply to the Accelerated Dietitian Nutritionist Program or any other graduate-degree plus dietetic internship in the country in order to earn the RDN credential.
Nutrition & Dietetics - Sports Nutrition
The Nutrition & Dietetics - Sports Nutrition program is a four year degree that gives you a foundation in nutrition, science and the physiology of sports. In this track you study the relationship between diet, exercise and health. This pathway allows you to apply to the Accelerated Dietitian Nutritionist Program or any other graduate-degree plus dietetic internship in the country in order to earn the RDN credential.
Accelerated Dietitian Nutritionist Program
The Accelerated Dietitian Nutritionist Program provides a fast-track pathway for dietitian training and is only available to students in the Nutrition & Dietetics major. Students apply for this program in their second year of undergraduate studies. The program allows you to earn a bachelor's and master's degree in 5 years (normally would take 6 to 7 years) and includes the coursework and supervised practice internship necessary for you to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
High School Early Assurance Pathway
The High School Early Assurance Pathway allows high school students to secure their spot in the Accelerated Dietitian Nutritionist Program upon their admission to UC.
Looking for the Coordinated Program in Dietetics? This program has transitioned into the Accelerated Dietitian Nutritionist Program due to future education requirements.
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