The SDSU Didactic Program in Dietetics

The San Diego State University Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) is Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE).

CADE was set up independently of the American Dietetic Association to develop, implement and enforce standards for both  undergraduate programs and for dietetic internships.

For more information about CADE:

Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education
American Dietetic Association
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000.
Chicago, IL 60606-6995
Phone: (312) 899-0040 X5400
Fax: (312) 899-4772
E-mail: cade@eatright.org 
Website: www.eatright.org/CADE

In order to become a Registered Dietitian (RD) a student must complete the following steps.

1.  Complete a baccalaureate degree at an accredited institution.

2.  Complete the DPD required courses. The DPD Curriculum at SDSU requires a student to complete these courses in order to be verified by  the DPD Director before he or she can enroll in a dietetic internship.

3.  Apply for, be accepted into and complete an accredited dietetic internship.

4.  Complete and pass the registration (RD) examination.

Nondiscrimination Policy

In compliance with national, state and university requirements, the SDSU Didactic Program in Dietetics does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation.


To learn more about becoming a Registered Dietitian, click on this link.

http://www.eatright.org/ada/files/RD_Check_it_Out.pdf

    This will give you information about:

         Educational and Professional Requirements
         College Course Work
         Employment Opportunities
         Where to Start if You Already Have a Degree
         Salaries and Job Outlook
         Financial Aid

What jobs are available to Foods and Nutrition graduates without an RD? click here

Didactic Program Director

Joan Rupp, MS, RD (rupp@mail.sdsu.edu)
Director, Didactic Program in Dietetics
Office: ENS 130
Telephone: (760) 436-6162
Fax: (760) 436-6409

 

 

 

 

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