The University of Michigan's Nutrition and Dietetics program is designed to develop entry-level RDNs with a comprehensive skill set to serve diverse populations globally. The curriculum integrates public health principles, clinical nutrition, and community engagement, preparing graduates for various practice settings .
The program offers two graduate degree paths: U-M School of Public Health +2 U-M School of Public Health +2 U-M School of Public Health +2 Master of Public Health (MPH) in Nutritional Sciences – Dietetics 60 credit hours Includes a summer internship Focus areas: Sustainable Food Systems, Maternal and Child Nutrition U-M School of Public Health U-M School of Public Health +3 U-M School of Public Health +3 U-M School of Public Health +3 U-M School of Public Health +4 U-M School of Public Health +4 U-M School of Public Health +4 Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Nutrition 50+ credit hours Includes over 1,000 hours of supervised practice Emphasis on clinical nutrition and research U-M School of Public Health +5 U-M School of Public Health +5 U-M School of Public Health +5 U-M School of Public Health +6 U-M School of Public Health +6 U-M School of Public Health +6 Both programs integrate didactic coursework with supervised practice throughout the 2-year duration. Students engage in clinical, food service, and community nutrition rotations, achieving competence in all 51 Core Competencies for the RDN credential
Nutritionist