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Dietetics Supervised Practice

Our coordinated program (CP) in dietetics is accredited by the American Dietetic Association. The CP begins at the end of the junior year and continues through the senior year and the graduate (5th) year. The CP was developed to prepare dietitians to meet the challenges of the changing field of dietetics.

Students accepted as dietetics majors are guaranteed placement in the CP, providing academic standards are maintained. Following graduation, students are eligible to take the dietetic registration examination, which provides the registered dietitian (RD) credential.

The CP combines classroom learning, experimental research, and a variety of supervised practice experiences including clinical dietetics, food service management, and community nutrition.

Supervised Practice Facilities

D’Youville College is affiliated with more than 35 supervised practice sites including teaching hospitals, community hospitals, long term care facilities, restaurants, schools, corporate organizations, and community agencies. All are within driving distance of the college.

Supervised Practice Courses

DTC 420/SP - Introduction to Nutrition Assessment
Introduces the student to patient assessment and care in the clinical setting. Accompanied by a clinical instructor, students assess and provide basic nutritional care to hospital patients.
DTC 410SP - Food Service Management Supervised Practice
Food service management skills are developed through fieldwork and projects, case studies, computer applications, and lab work. In addition to assigned projects and case studies, students plan, prepare, and serve a meal to a community group.
DTC 511SP - Applied Nutrition Therapy I
In a hospital setting, students assess and provide nutritional care to patients with conditions discussed in the lecture portion of class. These include malnutrition, anemia, surgical nutrition, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and enteral nutrition.
DTC 512SP - Applied Nutrition Therapy II
A continuation of DTC 511SP, students assess and provide nutritional intervention to patients with conditions discussed in the lecture portion of class, including GI disorders, hepatic disorders, cancer, AIDS, and renal disease.
DTC 521SP - Community Nutrition Supervised Practice
Supervised fieldwork in community nutrition programs. Activities include on-campus projects, visits to community agencies, writing a grant, and development of a business plan.
DTC 526 - Nutrition Education Supervised Practice
Nutrition counseling and presentations for groups and individuals. These experiences include interviewing and counseling patients, classroom teaching, cooking demonstrations, information development, and adapting materials for low-literate adults.
DTC 631 - Advanced Nutrition Practice I
Supervised fieldwork in clinical nutrition and management experiences at hospitals, long term care facilities, and food service establishments. The course comprises pediatric nutrition, long-term care nutrition, and food service management. Students function as a dietitian or manager, providing food and nutrition services to their clientele.
DTC 632 - Advanced Nutrition Practice II
Supervised fieldwork in clinical and community nutrition. The course comprises pediatric nutrition, clinical dietetics in an acute care setting, community nutrition, and a specialty rotation in each student's field of interest.

Costs of the Program

Students should be aware of the costs necessary for their supervised practice education in addition to tuition or class fees*. Program costs are estimates and are subject to change without prior written notice.

Yearly Costs (2007-2008)

1. Tuition $8,800/semester
$483-530/credit hour (part-time)
2. College Fees $60/year FT
$30/year PT
3. Books $900/year
4. Room and Board $4,375/semester
5.Transportation to SP site** $40/semester (Jr. summer)
$150/semester (Sr. year)
$300/semester (5th year)
6. Lab coat/ID $40
7. Lab fees $25/lab per semester
8. Student Association Fee $40/year FT
$2/credit hour PT
9. Liability Insurance $25/semester
10. ADA Student Membership
(encouraged-optional		 $49/year
11. Registration Exam $175 (through 12/31/07)
$200 (starting 1/1/08)

*See the Expenses and Financial Aid Section of the current College Catalog.
**Estimated $.40 per mile, with an average trip of 12 miles plus parking