Dietitian/Sports Nutritionist

• Dietetics is the study of nutrient intake and how foods are digested and metabolized in order to provide the necessary energy to fuel muscular activity.
• Dietitians also study dietary patterns in order to maximize performance and to prevent disease and improve health.
• To become a registered dietitian, you must:
• Complete an undergraduate degree in dietetics,
• Complete a nine-month American Dietetics Association (ADA) approved internship
• Pass the ADA certification exam.
• Dietitians can be employed in a variety of settings including:
• Hospitals, clinics, school systems, and public health facilities.