It makes me so sad that the cost is so prohibitive. I'm a mature student and there's no way I'd be able to support myself studying full-time while also volunteering and THEN have to work fulltime for free for a year.
Its way better in the UK , 3 or 4 years undergrad and thats it. No internship and no exam :) you do have placements but they are done as part of your undergrad or postgrad degree and included in the cost and organized by the university
Oh my gosh Reina that is so exciting!! I can’t wait for you to get started and hear about it 💛 So excites to make more videos. Always here to talk if you have questions or just want to chat about nutrition :)
thanks so much for this vid!!!! there is such a lack of dietetics related content on this platform and I love to see other fellow RD2Be's sharing info. :)
ahh grace i am so glad we are getting to connect!! i so agree and I love finding other rd2bes :) makes me happy to hear you are enjoying the content! let me know if you have any topics you want me to cover
Mallory Page maybe something on mindful vs intuitive eating! Idk if this is something you’re interested in, but i’ve been studying this a lot lately and i think it’s something that any person could benefit from
I'm 28 and I'm just now considering this field... I'm married with a 1 year old, don't make much money, and I'm always busy (& tired!)... I'm trying not to be discouraged but it seems like this is designed for younger people who can stay with their parents while going through school and internship... I'm thinking how can I possibly do all of that, not work for so many years (husband doesn't make a lot, we need two incomes)? I want to do this but I'm not sure if I can. :( I never was sure about what I wanted as a career, and I've just been doing meaningless jobs throughout the years (food service, retail, warehouse)... I want something more. I wish I had known sooner.
@@leahnibert3849 Your story is pretty much the same as mine except I don’t have a child (unless you count a dog and cats lol). I want a career already but this is gonna take a while. I guess if we’re dedicated and passionate about it, it will be worth it when we finally achieve it.
@@leahnibert3849 I’m 31 😅 I just started classes this spring! I’m doing a community college to transfer to a university. Maybe look into your community college?
The difference is that there is no standard for becoming a certified Nutritionist. The issue with that is anyone could publish a certification course online, where they could teach you pseudoscience or really anything. There are some super legit Nutritionists out there, but sadly there are typically more who don't have a solid background in Nutrition
Very few nutrition students are selected for dietetics major . What the other students do who had a dream to be a dietitian but didn't get dietetic major ? Only nutrition major has no such future except they go for PhD and go for teaching or research job. That's a long way to go.
Hi Mallory, thank you so much for doing these videos. I am officially going into my senior year and will be apply to DI programs this winter, in hopes of getting matched in April. What do you feel set you apart from other applicants? Was it your volunteer hours? Work experience ? Etc.
I've been doing a lot of research on this since I have my undergrad in Psych. From what I've found it definitely depends on the program. Most programs though do have prerequisites that you'll need though that involve chemistry, biology, anatomy, and physiology classes. If I pursue this career path, I'll have to take all of these classes first.
I’m 26 and considering a career change! I’m currently a tribal police officer, but I do not see myself doing this type of work for the rest of my life. Is there anyway I can do this online? When I did undergrad before, I always taught myself more than a teacher did anyway. If there is any additional information you could provide, I would greatly appreciate it.
Hey Erik! I'm considering a career change myself - I'm 28 and have been in the non-profit, social services field for the past 6 years. I've been researching online programs, and the most promising program I've found so far is is UNC's Masters of Public Health with a Concentration in Nutrition program. I notice your comment is from 1 year ago, so I wonder if you were able to pursue your career change?
@@Emita1993 hello Emma, I did change my career. I’m current pursuing a double major in accounting and cybersecurity. Going to sit for the CPA exam hopefully by the middle of next year. I appreciate the information you provided.
@@Emita1993 hello Emma, I’m currently finishing my MS and dietetic internship. I’m not sure if you are still thinking about dietetics, but getting a masters in nutrition without having your DPD certification will not allow you to get an internship nor to become a dietitian. To get a DPD certification you will need to finish certain undergraduate courses in science and nutrition, most of these are not online. Try checking with the program you are interested in, I’m sure they’ll be able to point you to the right direction. Good luck
You could go right into the internship, but you would still need a Master's if the internship isn't completed prior to January 1st, 2024 since that is the new requirement.
I asked the same.. it depends on the inter shop your trying to get into. Some internships are already swapping over and want us to have a masters FIRST for the interns in the years 2022-2023
If you can’t register for the RD exam (due to not having a DPD verification statement) before January 1st, 2024, then you will need to complete a Master’s to be eligible to take the exam.
@@flanagamer is this possible to change? because I have changed my major late and I'm not sure I'll do an internship and graduate with a bachelor before the deadline :'(
@@aliana887 nope, set in stone by AND. I’m actually surprised they aren’t pushing that date back due to the pandemic, but it doesn’t seem like they’re going to budge since this has been YEARS in the making. It really sucks imo, and poses as a huge financial barrier for people looking to become RDNs for the first time. Again, you’ll need to have the DPD verification statement and complete the internship prior to midnight (and register for the exam) on 1/1/24 in order to not need a Master’s. E-mail the Academy and complain like I did. It can’t hurt. 🤷🏻♂️
Hi Mallory, thanks for this video! Do you think it's possible to become an RD while also working full time? I'm considering getting a Masters since I already have my undergrad completed.
This might be silly but I really need some advice😭 First of all, I LOVED the video and will definitely be watching all your other videos. Second, I am a senior in high school considering majoring in Nutrition and Dietitics in university next year. I love knowing more about what goes on in the body and things related to nutrition of course. There is something, though, that I do not like about it that I hope you can give me the "right" answer to. It's that I do not like telling people what to eat! I'd rather explain to them that for example, their current style of eating is not good for them and what they truly need is this and that. And they choose for themselves. In addition, where I live, and probably in a lot of other places, the majority of people go to dieticians for the purpose of getting thinner and looking "more beautiful" in the eyes of people that they know. They do not think to do this for their own good and for the purpose of becoming a healthier person and adopting a healthier lifestyle which is nerve-racking to me. Not to mention, (please don't take this the wrong way) I used to not like the idea of dietitians in first place because I thought that people could become healthier and lose weight on their own like I did(I lost 10 kg in a year by eating better and exercising at home), but I get that not everyone is capable of doing that and even though I lost weight I mightve done it the wrong way because I'm no expert obviously. I hope this didn't sound stupid but I'm really trying to make up my mind. I absolutely appreciate all dietitians💕
I totally understand. It’s the same for me. I’ve been going to dietitian since the 4th grade. I am now in 11th grade. And i lost 5 pounds in 3 months. Just by counting calories ( calories in and calories out) and by doing sports. Some people might say it’s not good to count calories but it’s the only thing that worked for me. I guess you could start the session (if you choose to become an RD is telling them to do it for themselves and that they are already beautiful. Maybe ask them what they are eating and tell them how they could improve in some way. But some people do like being told what to eat it just makes it easier for them. Where i live dietitian usally have a meal service so they send u meals based on your calories and you wouldn’t believe how many people actually buy it. I hope this helped sorry if it’s too long
Hello. I’ve been a dietitian for about 6 years. I wouldn’t focus so much on the weight loss aspect of it. There are so many different areas in dietetics that you could specialize in that weight loss may be only a very small portion of what you do. I work in the clinical setting (hospital). I specialize in diabetes and kidney disease. A majority of what I do is teaching people about modifying their diet for their particular health condition. Many of the dietitians at my hospital also specialize in nutrition support (tube feedings and IV nutrition) which involves almost no weight loss counseling. Weight management is only one aspect in a huge world of dietetics. I’d try to look at the whole picture.
Hlo mam.. I am pursuing my bsc life science with subjects botony, zoo, chemistry. Am I eligible to nutrition and dietetics in master's? Iam interested to become an RD.
Hi Sean! Such a good question. I think it depends on your interests! I did a double major in business administration and sports nutrition because i was interested in both of those things. Other people I know have done psych, chem, biology or really anything else that interests you!
Which major adds the most versatility? And which major do you think is the easiest to attain in regards to the least amount of extra credits to take? Thank you
It makes me so sad that the cost is so prohibitive. I'm a mature student and there's no way I'd be able to support myself studying full-time while also volunteering and THEN have to work fulltime for free for a year.
Right there with you. 😞
I love food as medicine, Body nerd 🤓that had crazy life happen.
Its way better in the UK , 3 or 4 years undergrad and thats it. No internship and no exam :) you do have placements but they are done as part of your undergrad or postgrad degree and included in the cost and organized by the university
Currently applying as a clinical nutrition major for undergrad :) So excited to see your future videos on dietetics
Oh my gosh Reina that is so exciting!! I can’t wait for you to get started and hear about it 💛 So excites to make more videos. Always here to talk if you have questions or just want to chat about nutrition :)
Mallory Page Thank you! I will definitely be taking you up on that sometime ;)
thanks so much for this vid!!!! there is such a lack of dietetics related content on this platform and I love to see other fellow RD2Be's sharing info. :)
ahh grace i am so glad we are getting to connect!! i so agree and I love finding other rd2bes :) makes me happy to hear you are enjoying the content! let me know if you have any topics you want me to cover
Mallory Page maybe something on mindful vs intuitive eating! Idk if this is something you’re interested in, but i’ve been studying this a lot lately and i think it’s something that any person could benefit from
I agree!! Great to see more dietitians on TH-cam!
@Greyson Isaac thx scammer! ;-)
I appreciate how short and to the point this video was!
Yet another career pathway exclusive to those with rich parents. Wonderful.
Yes yes yes, I am 5 classes away from transferring but damn this is hard & it's only the beginning. I am 27 I try not to get hung up on that!!!
I’m also 27 and going into the field. I’m not even halfway done with the bachelors yet.
I'm 28 and I'm just now considering this field... I'm married with a 1 year old, don't make much money, and I'm always busy (& tired!)... I'm trying not to be discouraged but it seems like this is designed for younger people who can stay with their parents while going through school and internship... I'm thinking how can I possibly do all of that, not work for so many years (husband doesn't make a lot, we need two incomes)? I want to do this but I'm not sure if I can. :(
I never was sure about what I wanted as a career, and I've just been doing meaningless jobs throughout the years (food service, retail, warehouse)... I want something more. I wish I had known sooner.
@@leahnibert3849 Your story is pretty much the same as mine except I don’t have a child (unless you count a dog and cats lol). I want a career already but this is gonna take a while. I guess if we’re dedicated and passionate about it, it will be worth it when we finally achieve it.
Yes ladies we can do this! Although we will have to make sacrifices! Although it will be worth it!👍🏼
@@leahnibert3849 I’m 31 😅 I just started classes this spring! I’m doing a community college to transfer to a university. Maybe look into your community college?
I'm planning on becoming a sport nutritionist freshman this year :)
love your page! i’m also a nutrition student! just subbed ❤️ would love to know how you grew your page? i just started mine a few months ago!
Yeah...
I think I might stick to Carpentry
I'm going to waste too much time and I won't get paid not even a cent in internship
4 years undergrad and 2 years of masters? 😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃
I'm a nurse and I'm thinking about career change... is there a thing dietician major in plant base?
Thanks for the video. Can u explain what the difference will be for like a certified nutritionist if that is even with getting ?
The difference is that there is no standard for becoming a certified Nutritionist. The issue with that is anyone could publish a certification course online, where they could teach you pseudoscience or really anything. There are some super legit Nutritionists out there, but sadly there are typically more who don't have a solid background in Nutrition
Very few nutrition students are selected for dietetics major . What the other students do who had a dream to be a dietitian but didn't get dietetic major ? Only nutrition major has no such future except they go for PhD and go for teaching or research job. That's a long way to go.
Hi Mallory, thank you so much for doing these videos. I am officially going into my senior year and will be apply to DI programs this winter, in hopes of getting matched in April. What do you feel set you apart from other applicants? Was it your volunteer hours? Work experience ? Etc.
What is the ratio of science learning in dietetics? If i dont have a science background, will it be very challenging ?
I've been doing a lot of research on this since I have my undergrad in Psych. From what I've found it definitely depends on the program. Most programs though do have prerequisites that you'll need though that involve chemistry, biology, anatomy, and physiology classes. If I pursue this career path, I'll have to take all of these classes first.
Very highly science related. Heavy chemistry curriculum, in my honest opinion.
Glad to live in Scotland. Free tuition....
environmental major
I’m 26 and considering a career change! I’m currently a tribal police officer, but I do not see myself doing this type of work for the rest of my life. Is there anyway I can do this online? When I did undergrad before, I always taught myself more than a teacher did anyway. If there is any additional information you could provide, I would greatly appreciate it.
Hey Erik! I'm considering a career change myself - I'm 28 and have been in the non-profit, social services field for the past 6 years. I've been researching online programs, and the most promising program I've found so far is is UNC's Masters of Public Health with a Concentration in Nutrition program. I notice your comment is from 1 year ago, so I wonder if you were able to pursue your career change?
@@Emita1993 hello Emma, I did change my career. I’m current pursuing a double major in accounting and cybersecurity. Going to sit for the CPA exam hopefully by the middle of next year. I appreciate the information you provided.
@@Emita1993 hello Emma, I’m currently finishing my MS and dietetic internship. I’m not sure if you are still thinking about dietetics, but getting a masters in nutrition without having your DPD certification will not allow you to get an internship nor to become a dietitian. To get a DPD certification you will need to finish certain undergraduate courses in science and nutrition, most of these are not online. Try checking with the program you are interested in, I’m sure they’ll be able to point you to the right direction.
Good luck
If I am graduating in 2023 from undergrad would I have to go to the 2 year masters program before the internship?
I do not believe so! But I don't know exactly how they will be rolling it out
You could go right into the internship, but you would still need a Master's if the internship isn't completed prior to January 1st, 2024 since that is the new requirement.
@@timothyflanagan5457 what if you cannot afford money for a master's?
I was told by a professor that you would.
@@aliana887 it sucks, I wanted to be one. 😏😞
Say I graduate 2023 and start my internship that same year but finish it the 2024 do I still have to get my master’s?
i wish i knew more about this :/ i don’t think you would have to get it unless you graduate in 2024 though!!
I asked the same.. it depends on the inter shop your trying to get into. Some internships are already swapping over and want us to have a masters FIRST for the interns in the years 2022-2023
Yes. If you don’t register and pass the RD exam prior to January 1st, 2024 then you gotta have a Master’s
@@flanagamer is this policy possible to change?
It is different in different countries tho
Where are you from canada or usa
the us! :)
Does this mean you have to finish and get licensed before 2024 or just start the program before then?
If you can’t register for the RD exam (due to not having a DPD verification statement) before January 1st, 2024, then you will need to complete a Master’s to be eligible to take the exam.
@@flanagamer is this possible to change? because I have changed my major late and I'm not sure I'll do an internship and graduate with a bachelor before the deadline :'(
@@aliana887 nope, set in stone by AND. I’m actually surprised they aren’t pushing that date back due to the pandemic, but it doesn’t seem like they’re going to budge since this has been YEARS in the making. It really sucks imo, and poses as a huge financial barrier for people looking to become RDNs for the first time. Again, you’ll need to have the DPD verification statement and complete the internship prior to midnight (and register for the exam) on 1/1/24 in order to not need a Master’s. E-mail the Academy and complain like I did. It can’t hurt. 🤷🏻♂️
@@flanagamer okay thank you for the info :)
what colleges are best for someone who’s interested in becoming a dietitian?
is this the states or canada?
Hi Mallory, thanks for this video! Do you think it's possible to become an RD while also working full time? I'm considering getting a Masters since I already have my undergrad completed.
Is that 6-8 years education?
great insight, but please cut the music out..it's distracting
This might be silly but I really need some advice😭
First of all, I LOVED the video and will definitely be watching all your other videos.
Second, I am a senior in high school considering majoring in Nutrition and Dietitics in university next year. I love knowing more about what goes on in the body and things related to nutrition of course. There is something, though, that I do not like about it that I hope you can give me the "right" answer to. It's that I do not like telling people what to eat! I'd rather explain to them that for example, their current style of eating is not good for them and what they truly need is this and that. And they choose for themselves. In addition, where I live, and probably in a lot of other places, the majority of people go to dieticians for the purpose of getting thinner and looking "more beautiful" in the eyes of people that they know. They do not think to do this for their own good and for the purpose of becoming a healthier person and adopting a healthier lifestyle which is nerve-racking to me. Not to mention, (please don't take this the wrong way) I used to not like the idea of dietitians in first place because I thought that people could become healthier and lose weight on their own like I did(I lost 10 kg in a year by eating better and exercising at home), but I get that not everyone is capable of doing that and even though I lost weight I mightve done it the wrong way because I'm no expert obviously.
I hope this didn't sound stupid but I'm really trying to make up my mind. I absolutely appreciate all dietitians💕
I totally understand. It’s the same for me. I’ve been going to dietitian since the 4th grade. I am now in 11th grade. And i lost 5 pounds in 3 months. Just by counting calories ( calories in and calories out) and by doing sports. Some people might say it’s not good to count calories but it’s the only thing that worked for me. I guess you could start the session (if you choose to become an RD is telling them to do it for themselves and that they are already beautiful. Maybe ask them what they are eating and tell them how they could improve in some way. But some people do like being told what to eat it just makes it easier for them. Where i live dietitian usally have a meal service so they send u meals based on your calories and you wouldn’t believe how many people actually buy it. I hope this helped sorry if it’s too long
Hello. I’ve been a dietitian for about 6 years. I wouldn’t focus so much on the weight loss aspect of it. There are so many different areas in dietetics that you could specialize in that weight loss may be only a very small portion of what you do. I work in the clinical setting (hospital). I specialize in diabetes and kidney disease. A majority of what I do is teaching people about modifying their diet for their particular health condition. Many of the dietitians at my hospital also specialize in nutrition support (tube feedings and IV nutrition) which involves almost no weight loss counseling. Weight management is only one aspect in a huge world of dietetics. I’d try to look at the whole picture.
Hlo mam..
I am pursuing my bsc life science with subjects botony, zoo, chemistry.
Am I eligible to nutrition and dietetics in master's?
Iam interested to become an RD.
🤩🤩🤩🙏✊
thanks for watching!!
What subjects should students be strong in if they wish to become a dietitian? Chem? Algebra?
biology!!! and chemistry are the main subjects. Social science can also be helpful but not as crucial ☺️
What’s the best double major for dietetics?
Hi Sean! Such a good question. I think it depends on your interests! I did a double major in business administration and sports nutrition because i was interested in both of those things. Other people I know have done psych, chem, biology or really anything else that interests you!
Which major adds the most versatility? And which major do you think is the easiest to attain in regards to the least amount of extra credits to take? Thank you
'girl i got you' :(