About Dietetics and Nutrition
As Western New York’s only ACEND-accredited undergraduate program that leads to eligibility for the NDTR (Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered) exam, Buffalo State’s nutrition and dietetics program is one-of-a-kind. The dietetics combined pathway affords students an expedited path to take the registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) exam. Whether through on-campus applied learning experiences in our Nutrition and Counseling Center or participation in exciting field internships, nutrition and dietetics students receive individualized attention from experts.
Degree Information
The program provides students with the academic requirements established by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) for entry-level dietitians/nutritionists.
Graduates are then eligible to apply for an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program via dietetic internships or individualized supervised practice pathways that are available throughout the country. After completing the supervised practice requirements, individuals may take the registration examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Passing the registration examination earns the credentials of registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN). Some individuals use this program to prepare for graduate study in nutrition-related areas. As a registered dietitian, you may advise any of the following:
- Diabetes Treatment Centers
- Food Companies (ex. Kraft)
- Government Agencies (ex. FDA)
- Health/Spa Retreats
- Homeless Shelters/Food Banks
- Hospitals
- Individuals--Celiac Disease Management
- Individuals--Diabetes Management
- Individuals--Eating Disorders
- Individuals--Sports Nutrition
- Individuals--Weight Management
- International Food Organizations
- Long-Term Care Facilities
- Media Programs
- NGOs, like CARE
- Outpatient Facilities
- Pediatric Healthcare Specialists
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Public Health Agencies (State/County)
- Rehabilitation Facilities
- Restaurants
- Schools/Boards of Education
- Senior Care Facilities
- Trade Associations (ex. Dairy Council)
- University Dining Facilities
Health and Fitness Organization: This student-run organization is open to all Health, Nutrition, and Dietetics majors. Students design and implement health programs on campus and in their local community. They also have opportunities to intern or shadow a fitness industry professional, attend conferences, and participate in field research.
Nutrition Club: A student-run organization that enables students to listen to and meet dietitians in the Buffalo community, host nutrition education projects for the college and community, and participate in community service activities.
Phi Upsilon Omicron Mu Chapter: This is the oldest national family-and-consumer-sciences honor society in the U.S. Accepted students will participate in disease awareness events, fundraisers, and events related to nutrition and health awareness.
Health and Wellness Student Association: This campus group educates students through lectures, guest speakers, attending conferences, and field trips on ways to achieve a healthier lifestyle.
Internships allow students to obtain relevant professional experience and to prepare for employment. The department offers more than 38 health and wellness internship sites for students.
Accreditation
SUNY Buffalo State’s Combined Dietetics, B.S./M.S. and Nutrition and Dietetics Program, B.S. are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
Accelerated Option
Enrollment in the Dietetics Combined Pathway affords qualified Buffalo State students an expedited path for eligibility to take the registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) exam. Students complete 12 graduate credits while completing the bachelor’s degree.
Learn more about our Dietetics, M.S. program.
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Our state-of-the-art facilities are the result of $21 million in campus renovation
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We are the ONLY undergraduate program in Western New York that leads to being able to sit for the NDTR (Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered) exam.
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There is 100% employment rate for dietetics masters program graduates seeking employment in the field