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What Can I Do With a Major in Dietetics?
The Dietetics major leads to a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health degree. Dietetics is the area of health science that studies people's nutritional needs and care. The Miami Dietetics program is approved by The American Dietetic Association. The major provides an interdisciplinary curriculum with courses in nutrition, food science, exercise and health with supporting courses in sciences, social science, and management. The program fulfills the didactic portion of the requirements to become a registered dietitian and a member of the American Dietetic Association. To become a registered dietitian you must complete a clinical experience following graduation. Dietitians are professionally prepared to do nutritional assessment and nutritional counseling or education as components of preventive, curative or restorative health care.
Interests
An aptitude for science with interest in nutrition and food science as well as education and counseling is appropriate for this career path. Concern about people and their nutritional health is a fundamental characteristic of professionals in dietetics careers. Students who choose dietetics will study nutrients, health and disease, and nutrition as it relates to physical fitness and health across the life cycle. The program includes courses in nutrition, diet therapy, food science and food service management as well as a strong background in natural science.
Opportunities - Careers
The medical profession, sports industry, and the general public are increasingly aware of the importance and benefit of good nutrition. Dietitians may work in health care facilities, community health programs, food service operations, government programs, or business. They may be food industry representatives or consultants, researchers or educators. Additionally, several specialty areas have developed in nutritional support, sport nutrition, eating disorders, pediatric, and geriatric nutrition.
Sources of Additional Information
- Department of Kinesiology and Health (207 McGuffey Hall, 529-6317)
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