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MS-DI Program Completion Requirements

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Interns have successfully completed the combined Georgia Southern Masters of Science in Nutrition and Foods & Dietetic Internship after completing the 45 graduate credit hours, earning a C or better in all classes and a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better, passing the graduate program comprehensive examination, completing a minimum of 1000 hours of supervised practice experience, earning a minimum grade of B when evaluated by each preceptor at each supervised practice site.  Program graduates will receive paper copies of the Verification Statement of program completion, signed by the program director, after all program requirements are successfully completed. Program graduates will then be eligible to take the registration examination for dietitians.

Licensure for Registered Dietitians

Upon passing the Registration Examination for Dietitians, students will be eligible to practice as a registered dietitian. Registered dietitians practicing in the state of Georgia must be licensed with the State of Georgia; many other states also require licensure or certification.  For more information on Licensure for Registered Dietitians in the State of Georgia, visit https://www.cdrnet.org/licensure.

Last updated: 3/20/2023

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Many of the clinical programs offered by the Waters College of Health Professions require a clinical internship or practicum experience to fulfill degree requirements. Pursuant to the University's legal agreements, participants in clinical experiences are required to abide by the workplace rules of the clinical site. The University is aware of recent federal requirements that would mandate vaccination against COVID-19 for those working in certain settings, including health care. At this time, we expect that these new requirements may significantly impact our ability to locate a placement for students who remain unvaccinated. As always, WCHP will continue to make every effort to place students at clinical sites. However, please be aware that we may be unable to locate a site to accept unvaccinated students, which may cause a delay or inability to progress and complete the program of study.

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