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Admission Information Campus Coordinated Program in DieteticsDue: January 17, 2017Enrollment into the Coordinated Program in Dietetics (CP) is limited each year; therefore a screening procedure is used to select the most qualified students for the available positions. *Academic status (Grade Point Average), personal statement, references, notebook presentation, online assessment, and committee input are criteria used for screening. Applicants will be required to complete an online assessment Thursday January 27, 2017and February 3, 2017; details will be provided upon receipt of your application. Admission into Eastern Michigan University (EMU) does not guarantee admission into the Coordinated Program in Dietetics; the CP is a 2nd admission program and the application notebook process must be completed to be considered for entrance into the program.The CP integrates didactic (lecture/classroom) instruction with 1200 hours of supervised practice experiences. The program is full time, begins in summer/fall semester only and is 20 (BS) to 24 (MS) months in length. Enrollment is limited to 18 students in the campus cohort; 15 will be BS candidates and 3 will be MS candidates. The Coordinated Program in Dietetics is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), the accrediting agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and DieteticsAcademy of Nutrition and Dietetics120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000Chicago, Illinois 60606-6995312/899-0040, ext. 5400Upon successful completion of the program and the conferral of the BS or MS degree, qualified graduates are issued a Verification Statement by the Program Director making them eligible to write the Credentialing Examination for Registered Dietitians offered through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Passage of this exam is mandatory to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD or RDN).*If you need accommodation in completing the online assessment required for the application process please contact the Disability Resource Center and submit the accommodation letter in a sealed envelope addressed to the Program Director; place in a page protector as the very first page in the application notebook. Disability Resource Center: 240 Student Center; Ypsilanti, MI 48197; 734-487-2470; drc@emich.edu; emich.edu/drc/Applicants are responsible for using the most up-to-date application information.EMU offers several educational pathways to concurrently complete the degree requirements and supervised practice experiences to be eligible to sit for the Credentialing Examination for Registered Dietitians. Students can obtain a Bachelor of Science degree or a Master of Science degree in Dietetics. Students choose the desired pathway based on the following: Bachelor of Science in Dietetics:Are interested in pursuing the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD or RDN) credentialDo not have a Bachelor’s DegreeHave an Associate’s Degree or want to transfer credit from a community college or university2nd Bachelor of Science in Dietetics: Are interested in pursuing the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD or RDN) credentialHave a bachelor degree from a regionally accredited college or university in something other than dieteticsMaster of Science in Dietetics:Are interested in pursuing a master’s degree as well as the RD credential Have earned the equivalent of a four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in any subjectBased on United States Immigration Guidelines, International students who live in the U.S. may or may not be eligible for the CP; eligibility is dependent on Visa type. Visit for more information related to being an International student at EMU.In order to be eligible for application to the Coordinated Program in Dietetics, the following requirements must be met:Bachelor of Science in Dietetics Degree:Admission to Eastern Michigan University Junior standing (56 credits or more) at the time of entrance into the CPAn overall and prerequisite grade point average of 2.75 or above2nd Bachelor of Science in Dietetics Degree:Admission to Eastern Michigan University An earned Bachelor Degree from a regionally accredited universityAn overall and prerequisite grade point average of 2.75 or aboveMaster of Science in Dietetics Degree:Admission to Eastern Michigan University. Prior to applying to EMU, contact the Dietetics Program Co-Directors (oford1@emich.edu or spernecky1@emich.edu) for transcript review. An earned Bachelor Degree from a regionally accredited universityAn overall and prerequisite grade point average of 2.75 or abovePrerequisite Course List and GuidelinesPrerequisite courses are the same for a BS, 2nd BS and MS degree.Students may access EMU course descriptions at be considered for entry into the CP students must earn a grade of “C” or above in all required prerequisite courses with an overall and prerequisite GPA of 2.75 or above at the time of application.Prerequisite courses cannot be older than 10 years with the exception of General Psychology and Statistics, which have no time anic Chemistry & Biochemistry must be separate courses. Some of the following courses require prerequisite courses before you can take them, e.g. DTC 202 Principles of Nutrition – the prerequisite course for this is Chemistry 121/122. Check the undergraduate catalog for course information: does not offer all courses online; discuss options with the dietetics intent advisor Courses in bold font are offered online at EMU Students must complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or better with an overall and prerequisite GPA of 2.75 or above at the time of application (January 15) with a transcript included in the application notebook:(There are no exceptions to this rule)Course RequiredEMU CourseSurvey of Organic Chemistry(no lab required)CHEM 270Foundations of Biochemistry(no lab required)CHEM 351Introductory Microbiology (lab required)BIO 328Physiology SPMD 269* or BIO 326Careers in Nutrition and DieteticsDTC 108Principles of Human NutritionDTC 202The following courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better by September 1 of the year you begin the program with a transcript submitted to the Program Director.Course RequiredEMU CourseGeneral PsychologyPSY 101Statistics SOCL 250 or MATH 170Medical TerminologyAHPR 200Aging to Infancy Growth & DevelopmentIHHS 260* or EDPS 325Experimental Foods (lab required)DTC 251**Fundamentals of NutritionDTC 230*Recommended choice**Required for admitted & alternate students only; taken the summer prior to beginning the programEastern Michigan UniversitySchool of Health SciencesApplication Process for Admission Coordinated Program in DieteticsApply to Eastern Michigan University: HYPERLINK "" : Keep copies of everything (excluding sealed official transcripts and recommendation letters). No documents will be plete and submit the application notebook using the following address. Application Notebooks must be received on or before January 17. Late application notebooks (received after January 17) will NOT be accepted.Eastern Michigan UniversitySchool of Health SciencesProgram DirectorCoordinated Program in Dietetics313 Marshall BuildingYpsilanti, MI 4819776200000APPLICATION NOTEBOOK GUIDELINESBachelor of Science2nd Bachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceUse the following guidelines when preparing your application notebook for the Coordinated Program in Dietetics. Please read the directions carefully and follow the guidelines – incomplete application notebooks will not be considered for admission.Use a 1 inch 3 ring binder. Your name must be affixed to the outside panel edge (binding) of the binder. The inside contents will begin with a FACE SHEET and APPLICATION NOTEBOOK CHECKLIST (details below) followed by seven (7) dividers ordered and labeled according to the specifications below.FACE SHEET: The first page will be a FACE SHEET. Copy the FACE SHEET found within this packet or print the Microsoft Word version available on the Dietetics website. Fill it out completely and put it as the very first page in the binder. You can either type or neatly handwrite the information.APPLICATION NOTEBOOK CHECKLIST: The second page will be the APPLICATION NOTEBOOK CHECKLIST. Copy the CHECKLIST found within this packet or print the Microsoft Word version available on the Dietetics website. Use it to make sure that you have included everything that you need in the notebook. The items on the checklist are in the order of how the notebook should be organized.DIVIDER # 1 – RESUME: Your resume should include the following information:Name ( First, Middle, Last)EMU Student NumberEastern Michigan University Email Address Address(s) [street address, city, state, zip]Permanent addressLocal Address (if different from permanent one)Phone Number(s)PermanentCellWorkSecondary EducationListing of all past and present secondary institutions attended (list most recent first, in reverse chronological order)Work ExperienceList all past and present work experiences (list most recent first)OPTIONALThe following is optional – provide on resume as applicable:Volunteer or service learning experiences – Listing all past and present volunteer or service learning experiences (list most recent first)Extra-curricular activitiesAwards and honors receivedSpecial skills: knowledge of technology, special certification or skills acquired (e.g. teaching, coaching)Conferences, seminars or continuing education programs attended (list most recent first)Other information that might be helpful in evaluationDivider #2 – VOLUNTEER DOCUMENTATIONApplicants to the Coordinated Program in Dietetics (CP) are required to complete a minimum of 24 hours of volunteering at a venue of their choice, preferably related to nutrition, food or health care.Students choose a venue or venues to complete a minimum of 24 hours of volunteerism.The volunteer hours must be completed post-high school but less than 10 years old at the time of application to the CP.The volunteer verification form(s) is completed per the application directions.DIVIDER # 3 – STATEMENTS: This section of the notebook will include two parts. Part 1 – Application Questions: 2 pages in length, word-processed, size 12 font and double spaced with one inch margins. Number and write out each question prior to your answer. Briefly answer the following questions. Each answer should be approximately one-half page. Describe the process used to investigate the dietetics profession.All coordinated programs in dietetics have a concentration area. Describe EMU’s concentration and how this fits into your professional goals.What is the difference between a coordinated program in dietetics and a didactic program plus a dietetic internship?Describe a problem encountered in school/work place that interfered with your ability to be effective. What steps did you take to handle this issue? What were the results of the steps you took to handle this situation?Part 2 – Personal Statement: 1- 2 pages in length, word-processed, size 12 font and double spaced with one inch margins. The letter should be in the business format of your choice and at a minimum include: date, address, salutation and closing signature and addressed to:Eastern Michigan UniversityProgram Director, CP ApplicationCoordinated Program in Dietetics313 Marshall BuildingYpsilanti, MI 48197Include the following information in the personal statement:Describe your reasons for selecting dietetics as a profession.Describe why you think you will be an effective dietitian.Why is EMU your school of choice?DIVIDER # 4 – TRANSCRIPTS: Place university-issued student transcripts from all post-high school institutions attended inside a page protector; these cannot be opened by the student. One set of transcripts should already be on file with EMU from initial application. The screening committee for dietetics applications will access all Eastern Michigan University transcripts, therefore do not include an additional copy of them in the notebook.DIVIDER # 5 – PREREQUISITE COURSES: Complete the prerequisite form included in this packet. Do not use page protectors for this part of the application notebook.DIVIDER # 6 – REFERENCES: Two official reference forms completed by individuals who can address your ability to complete a rigorous program of study should be submitted in signed, unopened envelopes. Place the envelopes in page protectors. Choose references who can evaluate you on most, if not all areas on the list. Appropriate individuals could include academic and non-academic reference(s) (volunteer leader, work associate or manager, extra-curricular leader [sports, religious]). Family members or relatives are not appropriate references. Applicants must sign the form indicating their right to review the reference or waiver their right to review the reference prior to providing the form to the person completing it.DIVIDER #7 – IMMUNIZATION PROOF: Please submit proof you have received at least the first dose of all required series vaccinations. If you have completed any or all of these series, you may submit that. Documentation must come?directly?from your healthcare provider. Keep originals and only provide copies. You will need the originals to scan online if accepted into the program. See ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION (1) below for details regarding immunizations and your physical exam requirements. Do not use page protectors for this part of the application notebook.SUMMARY:Submit all of the above materials together in one notebook in the order listed. We will not accept information that arrives separately from the application notebook. To increase your opportunity to be evaluated for the program, please follow all directions carefully and submit the application notebook on time. Please submit the notebook to the address listed in the first part of this packet. For added assurance, please send your notebook via registered or certified mail or you may deliver your notebook in person if you live near campus. You will receive email notification via your emich email account of the receipt of your application. If you have questions on this procedure, contact the Dietetics Program Co-Directors, Dr. Ford or Mrs. Pernecky, at oford1@emich.edu or spernecky1@emich.edu. Applicants will be informed of their acceptance status by April 1st.ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION:1. IMMUNIZATIONS/PHYSICAL EXAM: Immunizations and a physician exam are required by our Program in order for you to complete the Supervised Practice Experiences.? If accepted into our program, you will receive information from the Clinical Coordinator on completion of these requirements. Requirements are based on current CDC guidelines and what our placement sites require. ? This includes completing the 2nd and 3rd doses of series vaccinations.? You do not have full immunity otherwise. ? If you have not had this series of vaccines in the past, you must begin them prior to submitting your application notebook in January (Divider #6). ?Completion takes 6 months. ?Waiting until you receive notice of acceptance into our Program does not allow enough time to complete vaccine series before Fall Semester start. ? Below is the list of required series vaccines.? If you have had?any of these previously and need documentation from different healthcare providers, now is a good time to secure those records.? Healthcare sites will not accept a statement that you had any of these diseases as a child, as proof of immunity. ? Simply noting that you had measles, mumps, etc. as a child with estimated dates and/or noting that you are immune, is not accepted. ? You must have a blood titer test showing positive titer as proof of immunity. The test results must also show a numeric reference and specific numeric test result. Required vaccines (or blood titer proof of positive immunity): Hepatitis A (2 doses) Hepatitis B (3 doses) Varicella - chicken pox (2 doses) DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis) (1 dose Tdap + booster every 10 years) MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) (2 doses)NOTE: Physical exams are to be completed from May 1 – August 1 of the year you would begin the program if accepted. Do not include the physical exam with the application notebook. The physical exam must be current for the entire first year of the program. Once accepted into the program, a form is provided to take to your physician for completion at your physical.2. HEALTH INSURANCE REQUIREMENTSOur program now requires that all CP students carry personal health insurance. This is mandatory, due to many of our legal affiliation agreements completed with Supervised Practice Experience sites. Students must provide proof of this, after they are accepted into the program. This must be provided prior to starting the first year and again prior to starting the second year in the program. Clear electronic scans of both sides of your insurance card will suffice as proof. If accepted into our program, you will receive instructions from the Clinical Coordinator on submitting this proof. 3. CERTIFIED BACKGROUND CHECKOnce admitted to the program, all CP students must register online and pay for a Certified Background Check and Document Manager. Total cost is $107. If the 7 year residency search (part of the Background Check) includes a period of residency in a foreign country, an additional cost of $105 may be required. Results for a foreign country residency search may take 3 weeks or more to complete. These fees are subject to change.Coordinated Program in DieteticsApplication Notebook CHECKLIST Name _____________________________EMU Student Number ______________Include this CHECKLIST directly behind the FACE SHEET and in front of the first divider. Check off all items included in the packet. _____FACE SHEET_____CHECKLIST_____RESUME (divider # 1)_____VOLUNTEER DOCUMENTATION (divider #2)_____STATEMENTS (divider # 3)_____TRANSCRIPTS (divider # 4)_____PREREQUISITES (divider # 5)_____REFERENCES (divider # 6)_____ Reference # 1 _____ Reference # 2 _____IMMUNIZATION PROOF (divider # 7)Coordinated Program in Dietetics FACE SHEET Name: _________________________________________________________________(Last)(First)(Middle Initial)(Maiden Name)Student Number: ___________________Home Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________Telephone Number: __________________________________________________Eastern Michigan University E-mail: ______________________________________Personal E-mail: _____________________________________________________Applying for:_____ Bachelor of Science Degree campus_____2nd Bachelor of Science Degree campus _____Master of Science Degree campus___________ _______________________________________________(Date)(Signature of Applicant)Eastern Michigan University adheres to the principle of equal education and employment opportunity, and programs and activities of the University are open to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, color, creed, national origin, or disabling condition. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the University.Coordinated Program in DieteticsVolunteer Verification FormUse separate form for each venue volunteerism occurredStudent name and student number: ________________________________________________________________________Venue where volunteered (name, address, phone number): ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Dates, # of hours and duties of volunteer work:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Student signature:________________________________________________________________________Name of supervisor (print and signature):________________________________________________________________________Phone number if different from above:________________________________________________________________________Attach a business card or brochure if available.Coordinated Program in DieteticsPrerequisite FormStudent Name: __________________________Student Number: ______________________________BS__________2nd BS__________MS Expected CourseCredit Completion Prerequisite Title or # University Year Hours Grade DateSurvey of Organic ChemistryNAFoundations of BiochemistryNAIntroductory Microbiology with labNAPhysiologyNACareers in Nutrition & DieteticsNAPrinciples of Human NutritionNAMedical TerminologyAging to Infancy Growth & DevelopmentGeneral PsychologyStatisticsExperimental Foods PROGRAM USE ONLY: DO NOT COMPLETE OVERALL GPAPRE-REQ GPACoordinated Program in DieteticsReference Form_________________________ is applying for admission to the Coordinated Program in Dietetics at Eastern Michigan University and has selected you to provide a meaningful appraisal of his/her capacity to perform. Individuals who are accepted into the Coordinated Program in Dietetics must be able to fulfill the demanding academic requirements of the curriculum and possess qualifications essential to professional performance in the field of dietetics.-1428756032500APPLICANT: A signature is required prior to sending to the person completing the reference.Under the federal Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, students are entitled to review their records, including letters of recommendation. The law also permits students to waive this right by signing a waiver relinquishing his or her rights to inspect the reference letter. The applicant’s signature below indicates their choice.I waive my right to review the information in this reference form and will not have access to the information:Applicant signature: _____________________________________________________________ORI do not waive my right to review the information in this reference form and will have access to the information upon request:Applicant signature: _____________________________________________________________My evaluation is based on: ?Academic affiliation ?Work/Volunteerism/other affiliationExplain affiliation including how long you have known the applicant: ____________________________________________________________________________Please select the most appropriate level of competence for the specified characteristics listed below.1. Scholastic Ability:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: __________________________________________________________________2. Self-motivation:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: __________________________________________________________________3. Commitment:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________4. Effective problem solving/critical thinking:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________5. Written communication:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________6. Oral Communication:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________7. Time management:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________8. Interpersonal skills:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________9. Ethical behavior:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________ 10. Emotional maturity:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________11. Flexibility/ability to adapt to new situations:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________12. Leadership:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________13. Organizational skills:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________14. Works independently:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________ 15. Ability to handle stressful situations:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________Compared to other students or associates how would you rate this applicant overall??Top 1% ?Top 5% ?Top 10% ?Top 25% ?Top 50% ?Lower 50%??Unable to rate Additional comments: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Recommendation for admission into the Coordinated Program in Dietetics:? Strongly Recommend? Recommend? Recommend with Reservations? Do Not RecommendYour name and title: ____________________________________________________________Address: ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________Phone # and Email address: _______________________________________________________Date: __________________Signature: _____________________________________________RETURN THIS FORM TO THE APPLICANT.For the reference to be official and evaluated it must be given back to the applicant in a sealed and signed envelope. The student will submit it (unopened) with the application notebook. Coordinated Program in DieteticsReference Form_________________________ is applying for admission to the Coordinated Program in Dietetics at Eastern Michigan University and has selected you to provide a meaningful appraisal of his/her capacity to perform. Individuals who are accepted into the Coordinated Program in Dietetics must be able to fulfill the demanding academic requirements of the curriculum and possess qualifications essential to professional performance in the field of dietetics.-14287510223500APPLICANT: A signature is required prior to sending to the person completing the reference.Under the federal Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, students are entitled to review their records, including letters of recommendation. The law also permits students to waive this right by signing a waiver relinquishing his or her rights to inspect the reference letter. The applicant’s signature below indicates their choice.I waive my right to review the information in this reference form and will not have access to the information:Applicant signature: _____________________________________________________________ORI do not waive my right to review the information in this reference form and will have access to the information upon request:Applicant signature: _____________________________________________________________My evaluation is based on: ?Academic affiliation ?Work/Volunteerism/other affiliationExplain affiliation including how long you have known the applicant: ____________________________________________________________________________Please select the most appropriate level of competence for the specified characteristics listed below.1. Scholastic Ability:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: __________________________________________________________________2. Self-motivation:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: __________________________________________________________________3. Commitment:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________4. Effective problem solving/critical thinking:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________5. Written communication:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________6. Oral Communication:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________7. Time management:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________8. Interpersonal skills:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________9. Ethical behavior:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________ 10. Emotional maturity:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________11. Flexibility/ability to adapt to new situations:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________12. Leadership:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________13. Organizational skills:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________14. Works independently:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________ 15. Ability to handle stressful situations:?Outstanding ?Very Good ?Good ?Average ?Below Average ?Unable to AssessComments: ___________________________________________________________________________Compared to other students or associates how would you rate this applicant overall??Top 1% ?Top 5% ?Top 10% ?Top 25% ?Top 50% ?Lower 50%??Unable to rate Additional comments: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Recommendation for admission into the Coordinated Program in Dietetics:? Strongly Recommend? Recommend? Recommend with Reservations? Do Not RecommendYour name and title: ____________________________________________________________Address: ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________Phone # and Email address: _______________________________________________________Date: __________________Signature: _____________________________________________RETURN THIS FORM TO THE APPLICANT.For the reference to be official and evaluated it must be given back to the applicant in a sealed and signed envelope. The student will submit it (unopened) with the application notebook. ................
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