Program Details

• Program Mission

  The mission of The Ohio State University Master of Dietetics and Nutrition is a professional degree whose purpose is to produce graduates to become Registered Dietitian Nutritionists who practice high-quality entry-level practice and obtain advancement to positions of leadership and influence. Graduates will be prepared to think critically, engage in ethical decision-making, provide leadership for nutritional care, practice and manage in a variety of environments, function as active multidisciplinary team members, and continue professional development throughout life.

• Program Vision

  The MDN is an educational program within a land-grant university offering a liberal education in the field of dietetics supported by diverse faculty and practitioners. Together we are committed to providing a broad based education steeped in the science, arts and humanities; furnishing collaborative and interdisciplinary experiences in a variety of practice settings; and embracing new technology and standards in modeling professional practice.

• Program Goals and Objectives

  Program Goal 1. The program will prepare graduates to be competent entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN).

  • Objective 1. At least 80% of students complete program requirements within three years (150% of planned program length).
  • Objective 2. At least 90% of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists within 12 months of program completion.
  • Objective 3. 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 dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%.
  • Objective 4. Employers of graduates will indicate a rating of "competent" for entry level practice for at least 90% of the graduates.
    

  Program Goal 2. The program will prepare graduates to demonstrate a commitment to the dietetics profession.
  

  • Objective 1. Of graduates who seek employment, at least 70% are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.
  • Objective 2. At least 70% of graduates report involvement in a professional organization.
  • Objective 3. At least 80% of graduates will evaluate the program with a score of "very good" to "excellent" as having a structure that adequately prepared them academically and professionally for leadership positions.