Clinical Dietetics
Master of Science (M.S.)
Graduate Major
Grand Rapids • Hybrid • 52-55 Credits
Clinical dietetics is a systematic approach to treating medical conditions, complex disease processes and their associated symptoms through medical nutrition therapy (MNT). The registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) uses and applies advanced nutrition knowledge, MNT, and the nutrition care process to promote health and prevent disease.
Overview
Grand Valley's Master of Science (M.S.) in Clinical Dietetics coordinated graduate program is a five semester program which results in an awarded Master's of Science degree and a verification statement. Then, graduates are eligible to sit for the national registration examination to obtain their registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) credential.
Students will study topics, such as nutritional assessment, advanced medical nutrition therapy, food and culinary science, research methodology, healthcare regulation policy and get experiential learning in state-of-the-art facilities that includes simulation, nutrition assessment, standardized patients and culinary laboratories on Grand Valley's Health Campus located on the Medical Mile. This provides the opportunity for students to build on their broad knowledge and attain deeper comprehension with practical experience.
Specialized knowledge allows RDNs to be more competitive in practice now and in the future. This is a benefit not only to the practitioner, but also for their patients and clients. This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Admission Information
If you are applying to any of the graduate programs listed below please use the CAS (Centralized Application Service) application associated with that area of study.
Athletic Training (M.A.T.)
Audiology (Au.D.)
Clinical Dietetics M.S.
Occupational
Therapy (M.S.)
Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
Physician
Assistant Studies (M.P.A.S.)
Speech
Language Pathology (M.S.)
College of Health Professions
School of Interdisciplinary Health
Clinical Dietetics Program Director
Jennifer Ford, Ed.D., RDN
[email protected]
(616) 331-5529
Application Deadline
Application deadline is January 15 for fall admission or until all seats are filled. Visit gvsu.edu/grad/clinicaldiet and select Admissions Requirements for details. The $30 nonrefundable application fee is waived if the applicant has previously applied to GVSU.
Career Opportunities
Assist in the provision of food service and nutritional programs, under the supervision of a dietitian. May plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.
Top skills- Speaking
- Active Listening
- Monitoring
- Service Orientation
- Reading Comprehension
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 30,139.20 | 10% |
| $ 32,115.20 | 25% |
| $ 35,339.19 | 50% |
| $ 37,356.80 | 75% |
| $ 38,833.60 | 90% |
Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.
Top skills- Reading Comprehension
- Social Perceptiveness
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Judgment and Decision Making
Earnings statistics
| Annual Earnings | Percentile |
|---|---|
| $ 51,111.17 | 10% |
| $ 59,258.18 | 25% |
| $ 71,126.65 | 50% |
| $ 86,056.35 | 75% |
| $112,145.42 | 90% |
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Advising Services
The CHP Student Services office (CHPSS) is a key resource for academic advising services and admissions to the School of Interdisciplinary Health's (SIH) programs and majors. Prospective SIH graduate program students can receive services and support from the CHP Student Services office.
Undergraduate students interested in pursuing a Combined Degree option should meet with a CHPSSO academic advisor early and frequently. They will work with you to develop an achievable academic plan, provide assistance with parallel planning, clarify university policies that pertain to and support degree completion, and help you navigate the graduate program application process.
Combined Degree Programs
Qualified students in GVSU's Applied Food & Nutrition (B.S.) degree program may choose the Combined Degree Program option to earn a M.S. in M.S. in Clinical Dietetics.
Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995, (312) 899-5400.
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