Dietetics:Internship/Life After Internship 2018

Although this topic does not directly relate to ICDEP guidelines, it is important for student learning and preparation for employment after internship.

Summary of key principles

Where Dietitians Work: UBC 2012-2016 Alumni Survey

98% of new grads obtain employment as a dietitian within 1 year
84% of new grads start out as casual or part time: 13 % full time
75% start in acute/ ambulatory care
10% start in residential care

Side Hustles

Private Practice
Sponsorships
Nutrition education workshops
freelance jobs
Grocery store tours
Skype consultations
Blog writing
- These opportunities can be found on indeed.ca, Gerry's List, craigslist

Continuing Education: Master's Programs

Master's of Public Health
- 2 year practicum based program
MSc. in Public Health
- thesis based program
Master's of Nutrition
- Coursework and thesis research through lab or field work: various topics ex. nutrient metabolism, diet and disease
- average completion time 2.7 years
Master's of Management
- 9 month program through UBC Sauder
- May serve individuals seeking to work in private practice, business or managerial roles
Nutrition and Food Service Management
- 1 year full time at Langara College
- Required for CSNM membership for Food Service Supervisors

Continuing Education: Extra Credentials

Restricted Activities: example designing enteral nutrition
CDE: Certified Diabetes Educator
CNSC: Certified Nutrition Support Clinician
CBE: Certified Bariatric Educators
IOC: International Olympic Committee diploma in Sports Nutrition
- 2 years online, can be converted to a masters
RCC: Registered Clinical Counsellor

Digital media #1: Life as Casual Prezi

Life as a Casual R.D. A Beginner's Handbook'

This Prezi will provide some general tips and guidelines to consider when you get your first job as a casual dietitian. Some topics covered include a day in the life, information about the contract, the union, self-care tips and additional resources

Digital media #2: Interview Video

The purpose of this video is to share tips on how to get a private practice started. We believe that drawing on the knowledge of recent program graduates, currently in the process of developing a new private practice, would be more relevant to new graduates.

Some of topics covered in this video includes: