DPD Competencies
The Didactic Program in Dietetics is currently granted Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of the American Dietetic Association
, 120 S. Riverside Plaza Suite 2000, Chicago, 60606-6995, 1-800-877-1600 ext. 5400. Graduates of the Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging at SJSU will have met the didactic requirements of the American Dietetic Association needed to apply for an accredited/approved supervised practice (dietetic internship or AP4). After completion of the supervised practice, students will be prepared to write the registration/licensure examination in fulfillment of the requirements to become a Registered Dietitian (R.D.).
As a graduate in the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), you will be able to:
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the scientific basis of nutrition, foodservice management, and food science appropriate for entry level professionals;
- Demonstrate appropriate laboratory skills and an understanding of scientific/research methodology
- Apply basic organization and management skills
- Apply the principles of food production, delivery and service, procurement, finance, and human resource management
- Describe nutritional needs throughout the life cycle in health/disease
- Plan diets for optimal nutrition in health and disease
- Communicate and effectively educate groups and/or individuals through writing, counseling, consulting, and oral presentations
- Apply knowledge of government to promote good nutrition and to be an advocate for consumers on nutrition issues
- Incorporate analytical skills and computer technology in professional activities
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