Program Curriculum
During the MS/DI program, development of competencies in general dietetics is emphasized including clinical dietetics, food service administration, and community nutrition. The program’s concentration is medical nutrition therapy and management in dietetics practice. Supervised practice through establishment of a working relationship with registered dietitians is emphasized. Seminars, lectures, and classes complement the student’s practical experiences.
The following 36 credits are required in the program:
| Course # | Title | Semester Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ||
| Summer | ||
| MSDI 5110 | Nutrition Research and Statistical Methods | 2 |
| MSDI 5111 | Macronutrients | 2 |
| MSDI 5112 | Nutrition Education and Counseling | 2 |
| 6 | ||
| Fall | ||
| MSDI 5083* | Practicum in Administrative Dietetics | 6 |
| MSDI 5210 | Non-Thesis Capstone Project | 2 |
| MSDI 5333 | Advanced Clinical Dietetics | 4 |
| 12 | ||
| Spring | ||
| MSDI 5310 | Micronutrients | 3 |
| MSDI 5320 | Professional Development I | 1 |
| MSDI 5330 | Sports Nutrition | 2 |
| MSDI 5073* | Practicum in Clinical Dietetics | 6 |
| 12 | ||
| Year 2 | ||
| Summer | ||
| MSDI 5230 | Principles of Nutrition Support | 2 |
| MSDI 5410 | Pediatric Nutrition | 3 |
| MSDI 5420 | Professional Development II | 1 |
| 6 | ||
| TOTAL | 36 | |
| A letter grade of “B” or better in each course is required for the student to progress in the program. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required to earn the degree.. | ||
| *Practicums 5083 and 5333 are filled by 7 students each fall and spring semester. | ||
Graduation and Program Completion Requirements
Students must do the following in order to successfully complete the program:
- Pass all required courses in the program with a grade point average of 3.0.
- Demonstrate all competencies and complete all assignments for the supervised practice rotations within the practicum courses.
- Score ≥80% on all rotation examinations.
- Complete the procedures for processing out of the UAMS and CAVHS systems once the supervised practice experiences within the practicum course are complete.
- Successfully complete two weeks of clinical staffing in the spring semester that includes a passing evaluation from the preceptor and completion of the case study assignment following the criteria outlined by the faculty.
- Participate in the departmental and campus-wide graduation ceremonies.
