University of Wisconsin-Stout
College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
Total Credits for Graduation: 120-121
Minimum grade point for graduation: 2.75
*(See back of guide sheet for graduation requirements)
Student __________________________________________
ID # ____________________________________________
Program Director: Karen Ostenso, MS, RD, CD, CDE
Advisor: (check one)
❏Esther Fahm, PhD, RD ❏Carol Seaborn, PhD, RD, CD
❏Christina Dinauer, MS ❏Kerry Peterson, PhD, RD
Updated 4/15/2013
DIETETICS
Program Plan Sheet, June 2013 to June 2014
Credits
I.
A.
B.
C.
D.
GENERAL EDUCATION (42 credits)
Select credits in each category from the approved
General Education list. Currently the following listed
courses are required.
Communication Skills (9 credits)
SPCOM-100 Fundamentals of Speech
ENGL-101
Freshman English: Comp
ENGL-102
Freshman English: Reading
& Related Writing (ENGL-101)
-ORENGL-111/112 Freshman English: Honors -ORENGL-113
Honors Seminar I
Analytic Reasoning and Natural Sciences
(15-16 credits)
BIO-234
Physiology and Anatomy for
Health Sciences (CHEM-135)
CHEM-135
College Chemistry I
MATH-120
College Mathematics I -ORAny Higher Level Math Course
STAT-130
Elementary Statistics -ORSTAT-320
Statistical Methods
Arts and Humanities (6 credits)
Courses must be from two or more areas, including
art history, creative arts, foreign language and
culture, history, literature, music appreciation,
performing arts, and philosophy.
Social and Behavioral Sciences (6 credits)
PSYC-110
General Psychology
Choose 3 additional credits from one or more areas,
including anthropology, economics, geography,
political science, and sociology.
E.
F.
Contemporary Issues (3 credits)
FN-244
Farm to Fork: Food Issues
Social Responsibility and Ethical Reasoning
(3 credits)
FN-xxx
Issues and Ethics in Health
and Wellness
Courses must be selected from the list of approved
social responsibility and ethical reasoning courses,
which includes health, health education, and
athletics. See your advisor.
3
3
3
Credits
II.
MAJOR STUDIES (78 credits)
A.
Physical & Biological Sciences (15 credits)
BIO-306 General Microbiology
BIO-362 Advanced Physiology (BIO-234)
CHEM-201 Organic Chem (CHEM-135)
CHEM-311 Biochemistry (CHEM-201)
B.
6
4
5
4
2
3
6
3
C.
D.
3
E.
3
3
F.
G.
Nutrition & Medical Nutrition Therapy
(22 credits)
FN-207
Medical Terminology
FN-212
Nutrition (CHEM-135, BIO-234)
FN-312
Nutrition Assessment (FN-212)
FN-320
Advanced Nutrition (FN-212 and
CHEM-311)
FN-413
Maternal and Child Nutrition
(FN-212, BIO-234)
FN-415
Nutritional Issues in Gerontology
(CHEM-311, FN-320)
FN-417
Medical Nutrition Therapy I
(CHEM-311)
FN-418
Medical Nutrition Therapy II
(CHEM-311, FN-312/512, FN-417/617)
4
3
4
4
1
3
2
3
3
3
3
4
Nutrition Education/Counseling,
Communication, and Community Nutrition
(9 credits)
FN-360
Nutrition Counseling (FN-312)
FN-380
Community Nutrition (FN-212)
FN-406
Nutrition Education (FN-212)
3
3
3
Food and Food Science (7 credits)
FN-240
Food Science
FN-461
Multicultural Aspects of Food (FN-240)
4
3
Food Service Administration/Management
(18 credits)
BUMGT-304 Principles of Management
FN-105
Food Service Sanitation
FN-330
Inst Menu Planning (FN-212)
HT-150
Institutional Food Purchasing (FN-240)
HT-324
Quantity Food Production
(HT-362, FN-240)
HT-362
Food Finance & Cost Control
HT-450
Foodservice Administration
3
1
3
2
3
3
3
Career Awareness (4 credits)
FN-101
Dietetics as a Profession
FN-397
Field Experience
FN-408
Preprofessional Development
1
2
1
Nutrition Selective (3 credits)
FN-355
Sports Nutrition –OR–
FN-410
Food and Nutrition Policy Regulation
and Law
3
3
The Dietetics program is currently granted accreditation status by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of
the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), 120 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000, Chicago, Illinois 60606-6995, 800-877-1600. Completion of the
Didactic Program in Dietetics and the baccalaureate degree meet minimum academic requirements for AND membership, registration eligibility, and
application to a dietetic internship or preprofessional practice program. In order to be eligible to take the registration exam, students must complete
an internship after graduation. Completion of a B.S. degree in Dietetics does not guarantee placement in a dietetic internship nor eligibility to take
the registration exam. The B.S. degree in Dietetics is the first step of three to becoming a registered dietitian (RD).
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1.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum grade point for graduation: 2.75
For all new and transfer students: ALL classes require "C" (2.00) or better; must earn a "C" (2.00) in each prerequisite course before advancing
to the next level in the sequence; require a "B" or better in FN-212 Nutrition.
A cumulative GPA of 2.50 in the following block of courses and students may repeat each of the courses only once:
BIO-234
Physiology & Anatomy for the Health Sciences (4 cr)
CHEM-135
College Chemistry (5 cr)
FN-212
Nutrition (a grade of "B" [3.00] is required) (3 cr)
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
Dietetics students must choose at least 6 credits from two areas in general education humanities, which includes foreign languages, art
history/music appreciation, creative/performing arts, history, literature and philosophy. Sign language can be substituted for humanities credits
with approval of associate vice chancellor.
2.
Ethnic studies could be met by choosing:
ANTH-300 Native American
And choose from one of the following, or 6 credits that meet the ethnic studies requirement:
ANTH-220 Cultural Anthropology
SOC-225
Social Problems
SOC-291
Sociology of Health and Illness
3.
Global perspective graduation requirement is met by:
Requirement for students beginning fall 2010
Completing a program of university-approved work or study abroad, or
Completing six credits of courses approved as fulfilling the global perspective requirement.
Requirement for students admitted prior to Fall 2010
Second Language Option
Completing two years of the same second language in high school with a grade of "C" or above, or
Completing four university credits of a second language with a grade of "C" or above, or
Demonstrating competency in a second language by means of a standardized examination. International students who
are not native speakers of English must have a TOEFL score of 500.
Global Experience Option
Completing a program of university-approved work or study abroad, or
Completing six credits of courses approved as fulfilling the global perspective requirement, such as ANTH-220 and
MUSIC 132 Music in our World.
4.
No minor or concentration is required for dietetics but some students choose one of the following minors:
Biology
Coaching
Chemistry
Food Technology
Business Administration
Spanish
Journalism
Psychology
Health and Fitness
For these minors, several courses in the Dietetic Program can be used for some of the minor requirements.
5.
Several specializations exist and include: Professional Writing, Public Relations, Public Information, and Human Resource Development. The
Gerontology Certification is also very applicable to the Dietetics major.
6.
Grievance Procedure: Most students will complete their education at UW-Stout without feeling the need to pursue a complaint against a staff
member or the university. The actions you can take and the people to contact for complaints related to course grades, conduct of classes or
discrimination on basis of race, color, religion, national origin, or physical disability can be obtained from the Dean of Student’s Office at 2321181.
7.
Transfer Information: Transfer policy is as follows and is posted on the website:
It is best to meet with your advisor to determine where transfer credits will fit. Courses that are similar in content and credits are generally easy
to transfer. Course prerequisites and waivers will be discussed with the student based on their knowledge and will be decided upon by the
program director and course instructor. Coursework completed at another institution and policies regarding students transferring to UW-Stout
are at the links below. These resources should help:
Transferring to UW-Stout: http://www.uwstout.edu/services/advisement/transfertransition.cfm
Transfer Guide from UW Colleges to UW-Stout: http://www.uwstout.edu/admissions/upload/ta_bsd.pdf
UW System’s transfer information system: http://www.uwsa.edu/tis/
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The Mission of the Dietetics Program
The mission of the UW-Stout Dietetics program is to prepare students for successful entry into dietetic internships, graduate studies and entry level
employment in dietetics, as a registered dietitian. Learning experiences are situated in curricula that integrate evidenced-based science, critical
thinking skills and practical application, while infusing the use of technology.
The mission of the Dietetics program is compatible with the missions of the department, college and university, as well as the University of
Wisconsin System, as the Dietetic program focuses on fostering growth of individuals, learning by doing and encouraging leadership. The program
prepares students for the world of work in an ever-changing global society by searching for truth and utilizing technology as a tool. Use of theories,
grounded in research and experimentation, are also strong focal points in the learning environment at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, as well as
the University of Wisconsin System, which extends its focus by emphasizing the improvement of the human condition. The University of Wisconsin
System, University of Wisconsin-Stout, the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences and the Food and Nutrition Department serve and
support the Dietetic Program’s mission through their collaborative commitment to excellence and the guidance of students to a successful place in
society where they can continue to grow and learn.
Goals of the Dietetics Program
1. Provide education in a hands-on learning environment that prepares graduates to be competitive in the dietetics and food services
management field.
2. Graduates of the program will participate in and contribute to the profession.
3. Graduates who complete our program but do not complete an internship, obtain meaningful employment in a field of their choice.
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Learning Outcomes
Communicate clearly and effectively in a variety of ways
Think critically and demonstrate creative problem-solving skills
Participate in research, scholarly activity and leadership activities
Develop personal and professional attitudes, values, ethical principles and decision-making skills
Verification Statement
Program graduates who maintain a “C” or better in all FN courses, and an overall GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale will receive a statement from the
program director that verifies compliance with all the Foundation Knowledge and Skills requirements of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Verification statements are mailed out to students once the registrar's office verifies degree completion. Verification statements are needed to enter
ACEND-accredited dietetic internships and will be provided to all students, regardless of acceptance to an internship, who meet qualifications.
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