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Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD)

CSUN-DPD

 

Area of emphasis

The program trains graduates for general careers in nutrition and dietetics including food service, clinical and community nutrition.

 

CADE Approval/Accreditation

The Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) here at CSUN is currently granted continuing approval status by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of The American Dietetic Association (ADA).

120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000

Chicago, IL 60606-6995

Phone: (312) 899-0040 Ext. 5400

 

Professional Association

Students and graduates are eligible for membership in The American Dietetic Association (ADA). The Association grants student membership at a reduced rate as long as they are enrolled in approved or accredited programs. Along with membership in ADA, students become members of the California Dietetic Association (CDA). Students are encouraged to join the local CDA affiliation: Los Angeles District.

The American Dietetic Association WEB site: http://www.eatright.org/

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Overview of the Program

The academic program at CSUN is built upon strong science and liberal arts components, which encourage critical and creative thinking and expression. The organization of courses emphasizes study in chemistry and biology, nutrition, food science and technology, medical nutrition therapy, human organizational behavior, management, sociology, psychology and other specialized courses. The student desiring to enter the program should have a strong background in the physical and biological sciences as the scientific disciplines are emphasized.

 

DPD Mission Statement

    The mission of the DPD is to prepare competent students for acceptance into an accredited internship and for entry-level careers in the area of Nutrition and Dietetics through quality undergraduate academic experiences that utilize and develop foundational knowledge and skills as defined by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education of the American Dietetic Association.

     

 

 

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    The Course of Study

  •  Course Requirements
  •  Exit Survey
  •  Verification Statements
  •  Costs
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