The dietetic internship (DI) is a supervised practice program that enables graduates to establish eligibility to write the registration examination for dietitians and to apply for active membership in theThe Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The DI provides a minimum of 1200 hours of supervised practice experience to meet the competencies for entry-level dietitians and the standards of education set forth byAccreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), the accrediting arm of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The Dietetic Internship is offered through the graduate Nutrition program at CUNY School of Public Health at Hunter College.
The mission of the Dietetic Internship (DI) Program is to provide students with a rigorous, high quality educational and supervised practice experience, which will prepare them as competent and effective dietetic practitioners with a focus in urban public health and community nutrition. The DI Program provides interdisciplinary practicum and didactic experiences that will prepare dietetic interns to attain entry-level competencies in nutrition therapy, food service systems management, community nutrition, and public health nutrition. Dietetic interns will develop ethical values consistent with professional health care and abide by codes of practice while practicing within diverse multiethnic urban communities. Interns are encouraged to obtain the Master of Public Health (MPH) degree through the CUNY School of Public Health at Hunter College. The combination of the Registered Dietitian (RD) credential and the MPH will enhance opportunities for graduates to practice in community settings.
The Goals of the DI Program are to:
Prepare interns for entry-level positions in general dietetics, with a specialization in community nutrition.
Provide quality didactic training that promotes a solid understanding and knowledge of nutrition therapy, food service systems management, community nutrition and public health nutrition.
Prepare dietetic interns to communicate effectively in interactions with other professionals and clients.
Provide interns with placements in a variety of agencies, which render health services that address the unique needs of metropolitan areas such as New York City.
Prepare professionals who will actively address the changing health needs of society, contribute to the profession, and continue their education lifelong.
For additional information please contact:
Ann Gaba,Ed.D, RD, CDN, CDE
Dietetic Internship Director
CUNY School of Public Health at Hunter College; 2180 Third Avenue
Room 611
New York, NY 10035
(212) 396-7773
agaba@hunter.cuny.edu
