Brooklyn College Dietetic Internship
Students in the Brooklyn College Dietetic Internship will develop clinical competencies, critical thinking, and complex nutrition assessment, counseling, and communication skills. Rotations, classes, and other learning experiences are designed to meet the Accreditation Standards for Dietetic Internship Programs established by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
The internship is a 1,000-hour, full-time, supervised practice program covering the fall and spring semesters. Students will gain experience in a variety of settings, including medical nutrition therapy, food systems management, public health and community wellness, and independent practice. The supervised practice will take place in affiliated hospitals and institutions in and around New York City. Students will also participate in two seminar courses, which will be given concurrently with the supervised practice.
Educational Philosophy
The educational philosophy centers on preparing interns who can think independently; apply, analyze, and evaluate information knowledgeably; write clearly and concisely; speak effectively; and contribute meaningfully to the nutrition and dietetics profession. This is reflected in the teaching methods that includes lectures, team-based learning, and fieldwork experience. Students are provided with the opportunity to apply their knowledge into practice, develop professional behaviors and practice in culturally diverse communities.
For complete program information, including course listing and program policies, please refer to the Brooklyn College Dietetic Internship handbook.
Accreditation Status
The Brooklyn College Dietetic Internship is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). ACEND is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation and the United States Department of Education. The Brooklyn College Dietetic Internship is ACEND-accredited for up to 12 internship positions annually.
Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
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Contact Us
Brooklyn College DI Program
Department of Health and Nutrition Sciences
Brooklyn College
The City University of New York
2900 Bedford Avenue
4123 Ingersoll Hall
Brooklyn, NY 11210-2889
P: 718.951.5026
E: sjakuboski@brooklyn.cuny.edu
