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University of Connecticut
College of Agriculture & Natural Resources
Dietetics Program, Nutritional Sciences
The Didactic Program in Dietetics at the University of Connecticut is currently granted developmental accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of the American Dietetic Association, 216 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (312) 889-4876. The dietetics program is a four-year undergraduate degree program. Upon completion the student will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences and will be eligible to apply for a dietetic internship.
The mission of the Dietetics option is to provide students with a broad general education background. Through this academic preparation, the student will develop as a strong well-rounded individual. It is our philosophy to require a minimum number of required courses but continue to provide the student with a solid and varied background. Students may develop an area of expertise if so desired. Students in this option are encouraged to complete independent studies. The Department of Nutritional Sciences has strong faculty research programs and there is ample opportunity for students to become involved in research activities. Students are strongly encouraged to obtain "hands on" experience in the field of dietetics. The Department offers approved courses in our curriculum for field experiences.
Additional information including a listing of required courses for the dietetics program, other options available to undergraduates, faculty information, graduate program information, and much more may be found at our website at
http://www.canr.uconn.edu/nusci/
For more information, contact:
Ellen L. Shanley, MBA, RD, CD-N
Dietetics Program Director
eshanley@canr.uconn.edu
(860) 486-0119
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St. Joseph College Dietetic Programs
West Hartford, CT
The Nutrition Department of Saint Joseph College includes one program to prepare students to enter the Dietetic profession.
The Coordinated Program in Dietetics is a four-year baccalaureate degree program which prepares students for professional competence in clinical dietetics and food service management. Upon satisfactory completion of all major requirements, a student is eligible to write the qualifying registration examination to become a Registered Dietitian.
The Didactic Program in Dietetics is a four-year baccalaureate degree program leading to the completion of the academic requirements of the American Dietetic Association. The courses are designed to meet the knowledge requirements for entry level dietitians. Completion of this degree qualifies a student to apply for a Dietetic Internship. After completing both the Didactic Program and the 900 hours of practical experience provided by the Internship, the student is then eligible to sit for the registration examination to become a Registered Dietitian.
- For more information, contact:
Margery L. Lawrence, PhD, RD
Chair, Department of Nutrition
mlawrenc@sjc.edu
(860) 231-5388
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Yale-New Haven Hospital Dietetic Internship Program
New Haven, CT
The Yale-New Haven Hospital Dietetic Internship Program provides the required pre-professional practice experience for students who have earned a bachelor's degree in food and nutrition. Students are then eligible to take the National Registration Exam for Dietitians.
For information about the program and admission requirements, E-mail, write or call:
For more information, contact:
Deborah Ford Flanel, MS, RD, FADA
YNHH Dietetic Internship
20 York St., New Haven, CT 06504
Telephone: (203) 688-5074
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University of New Haven
The University of New Haven's Didactic Program in general dietetics provides the skills you need to succeed as a registered dietitian in healthcare, business, schools, community programs, and private practice. Our program emphasizes administrative and clinical dietetics with a strong management and culinary focus. Interested students may elect to receive a Certificate in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts as they complete their degree. Our flexible course schedule includes hands-on experience in our kitchen laboratory, computerized nutrition analysis using the latest industry software for recipe and client diet analysis, as well as small classes and individual attention from dedicated faculty active in the nutrition field.
Please visit our dietetics program website
Good luck as you enter the exciting field of dietetics!
Georgia Chavent, MS, RD
Director, Dietetics Program
Email: gchavent@charger.newhaven.edu
(203) 932-7410
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Briarwood College - Dietetic Technician Program
Southington, CT
The Dietetic Technician Program at Briarwood College prepares the student to be a key member of the health care/food service team. Responsibilities for the dietetic technician can include screening patients to identify nutrition problems, educating and counseling individuals or groups, developing menus, supervising food-service personnel, and purchasing food.
Starting with the first semester and continuing throughout the program, the Dietetic Technician curriculum combines the science of dietetics with practical application. As students progress through the program, they spend more time applying what they have learned to real situations in professional settings.
Briarwood's Dietetic Technician Program is granted approval by the American Dietetic Association. Graduates are eligible to take the registration exam and become a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR).
For more information, contact:
Nancy Morrell, MBA, RD, CD-N
Director, Dietetic Technician Program
1-800-952-2444 or 860-628-4751
nmorell@briarwood.edu
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Gateway Community College
Dietetic Technician Program - Associate in Science Degree
The program reflects the coordination of theory and practice that is required for students to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for competent practice in the field of nutrition. A minimum of 450 hours of supervised field experience provides opportunities for students to practice these skills.
Full and part-time options available.
For more information, please contact:
Marcia Swan Doran, MS, RD, CD-N
Program Director
Gateway Community College
88 Bassett Road
North Haven, CT 06473
(203) 285-2389
www.gwctc.commnet.edu
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