Educational Purpose of the Nutrition and Dietetics Internship

The purpose of the Nutrition and Dietetics Internship is the professional education of Nutrition and Dietetic Interns. Facilities and preceptors working with NDIs are not allowed to replace employees with interns.

Mission Statement, Program Goals and Objectives

Mission: The Nutrition and Dietetics Internship at the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy prepares entry level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in a collaborative and accessible environment to provide nutrition care and services for the diverse populations of New York City, nationally, and the world.

Goal 1. Prepare graduates for employment as entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists.

Objectives:

a. Program Completion: At least 80% of interns will complete the Program requirements within 150% of the Program length (13.5 months).

b. Employer Satisfaction: At least 80% of employer survey respondents will rate program graduate’s overall preparation for assuming the responsibilities of entry-level practice as “competent” or better.

c.  At least 80% of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists within 12 months of program completion.

d. The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists is at least 80%.

Goal 2. Prepare graduates who are competent in population-based nutrition and dietetics practice.

Objectives:

a. Graduate Employment: Of graduates who seek employment, 80% will be employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.

b.Employer Satisfaction: At least 80% of employer survey respondents will rate Program Graduate’s overall competency in Community and Population Health practice as “competent” or better.

Outcomes data are available upon request.