Choosing a dietetic internship program is a significant decision in any RD2Be journey. There is no one-size-fits-all option for dietetic internships. Fortunately, students have many options to choose from that can meet their needs and career interests. Distance dietetic internship programs are often overlooked but are a wonderful option for students looking for customization and flexibility [...]
If applying to a dietetic internship were a job opportunity, the personal statement would be the all-too-dreaded cover letter. You’re probably thinking to yourself… “Why can’t dietetic internship admissions committees just refer to my DICAS application, transcripts, resume, etc?” Well, sure, we could, but do you really believe who you are as a person can be [...]
So long, D&D Digital! A new era of applying for a dietetic internship is upon us, and the Be Well Solutions Dietetic Internship Program is ready for it. If you weren’t already aware, the Spring 2024 match was the very last time dietetic internship programs and applicants were to use the D&D Digital computer matching platform. [...]
Curious about what a career in school nutrition is like? Be Well Solutions Dietetic Internship faculty advisor, Sam Chin, MS, RDN, LD shared insight into his current role working in school nutrition. If you're considering completing a rotation at a school nutrition site or are interested in making this your career path, you'll want to keep [...]
The 2024 Master's Mandate is here and to become a registered dietitian, all RD2Bes must now get a master's degree to sit for the CDR Exam. But what about those individuals who wish to go beyond a master's degree to pursue a Ph.D.? One of our own BWS DI faculty advisors, Trisha Sterringer, MS, RDN, CSCS, [...]
Maureen Daugherty, MS, RDN, LD is not only the Marketing Manager of the Be Well Solutions Dietetic Internship Program but is also a former intern. Learn how she became a registered dietitian and why she chose the BWS DI program for her dietetic internship. Becoming a registered dietitian wasn’t my initial career path but nutrition has [...]
Whether you’re interested in becoming a registered dietitian or already have the RD credential, here are a few reasons why BWS DI faculty love being in nutrition and dietetics. Did you know the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts that the “employment of dietitians and nutritionists is projected to grow 7 percent from 2022 to 2032, [...]
BWS DI Marketing Manager, Maureen Daugherty attended the Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) this year in Denver, Colorado. Attending FNCE in the mile-high city was quite an experience and if you’ve ever wondered what attending FNCE is like, keep reading to find out! Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado What was the [...]
Preparing for your dietetic internship application begins the moment you decide to become a registered dietitian. Any dietetic intern who has gone through the DICAS application process can probably tell you the activities and volunteer opportunities they participated in early on (or wish they had), the study strategies they followed to achieve a good GPA, and [...]
So your DICAS application is submitted and you’re impatiently waiting for Notification Day to arrive. But did you know that some programs include interviews as part of their application review process? While you thought submitting your application on time was the most stressful part of the process, you’re quickly rethinking this when you receive an invitation [...]