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Nutritionist

rockstarginaa
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Does anyone know if/what are the requirements to be a nutritionist? I live in NY, I don't know if that makes a difference.
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...I would assume a BA (usually MA) in dietetics, nutrition, whatever the given name for your state.0
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Go to www.eatright.org
It's the American Dietetic Association's website. They list information on accredited programs.
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You'll need a BS in Dietetics with a specific program designated by the American Dietetic Association. You then apply for a post graduate internship and they are very competitive. Those run 9 months to 15 months and can sometimes be combined with a Master's program. After you internship (normally a combined community, management and clinical program) you are eligible to apply to take the National Registration Exam. Then you can use those cool RD initials after your name. It is a long process but worthwhile if you love the subject and like to work with people.
Please feel free to message me if you have any specific questions I can help with.0 -
You'll need a BS in Dietetics with a specific program designated by the American Dietetic Association. You then apply for a post graduate internship and they are very competitive. Those run 9 months to 15 months and can sometimes be combined with a Master's program. After you internship (normally a combined community, management and clinical program) you are eligible to apply to take the National Registration Exam. Then you can use those cool RD initials after your name. It is a long process but worthwhile if you love the subject and like to work with people.
Please feel free to message me if you have any specific questions I can help with.
I already have an undergrad degree, but it is in business. Would I have to get a BS all over again, or is a master's in the field sufficient on top of any other post programs/internships?0 -
Go to www.eatright.org
It's the American Dietetic Association's website. They list information on accredited programs.
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that's for a Dietitian, there are no requirements in the US for nutritionist. Some nutritionists are fantastic at what the do, some are loonie toons.0
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funny i should stumble upon this post. i was JUST thinking today of how i being a nutritionist is possibly something id enjoy doing for the rest of my life. i enjoy nutrition and this site has helped me learn so much about it, and its just made me want to keep learning. yay:)0
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