Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Human Nutrition and Foods] From West Virginia University

When a student finishes the WVU Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) requirements and the University requirements for graduation, the student is eligible to apply for a place in a dietetic internship. Placement in dietetic internships is competitive and graduation and program completion does not guaranteed placement. Upon successful completion of an internship, the student may apply for a provisional license in West Virginia or other states that have licensure for dietitians. A provisional license in West Virginia will be changed to a regular license once the Registered Dietician exam is passed.

Graduates find positions in hospital and community settings, business, industry and private enterprise. After completion of the dietetics program graduates are eligible to apply for a dietetic internship. Placement is highly competitive and isn?t guaranteed. The internship typically lasts one to two years depending on the program and whether graduate study is included. After successful completion of an internship, graduates are eligible to take the examination to become a registered dietitian.