Dietetic Internship Program
Become by Caring
A dietetic internship is one of the requirements to become a registered dietitian (RD), who help people improve their health with food, creating meal plans or teaching them about healthy eating.
About the Program
The dietetic internship provides participants with planned, supervised learning experiences in clinical, management, and community settings that build on knowledge obtained in didactic programs and prepares program graduates to become competent entry-level registered dietitians or registered dietitian nutritionists.
The dietetic internship program at Cal Poly Pomona is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND®), the accrediting agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Information for Applicants
Virtual Open House on 5 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025
Additional Program Information
ED Gainful Employment Disclosure
Steps to Becoming a Registered Dietitian
Courses
Three courses are required for the dietetic internship certificate:
- NTR 5450 – Current Topics in Clinical Practice
- NTR 5600 – Clinical Practice I
- NTR 5610 – Clinical Practice II
For the most up-to-date information on these courses, visit the Program Descriptions link above, the course catalog, or contact the program director.
Intern Comments
"The family dynamic of the program, along with excellent communication from the program director, helps interns establish relationships with their cohort to feel supported."Alyson Lawrence
