Gannon University establishes 3+3 nutrition and dietetics articulation program agreement with D鈥橸ouville University
Gannon University and D鈥橸ouville University have signed an articulation agreement establishing a 3+3 nutrition and dietetics pathway between the two institutions.
Under this new agreement, students will complete three years of study in the nutrition program at Gannon and then transfer to D鈥橸ouville to earn a Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics. Once at D鈥橸ouville, students will complete six semesters of study. The first two semesters will consist of didactic, pre-professional coursework to prepare to enter their ACEND庐-accredited nutrition and dietetics coordinated program. The courses completed during this period will fulfill the requirements to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Gannon University.
The remaining four semesters at D鈥橸ouville will consist of professional coursework within their accredited coordinated program. Upon successful completion of this program, students will be eligible to take the Commission on Dietetic Registration national credentialing exam to become a registered dietitian. D鈥橸ouville will hold five seats in the program annually for eligible Gannon participants.
鈥淥ur partnership with D鈥橸ouville University combines the strengths of our institutions鈥 programs to provide students with a fully comprehensive nutrition education,鈥 shares Kimberly Cavanagh, DHSc, PA-C, dean of the Morosky College of Health Professions and Sciences at Gannon University. 鈥淲e look forward to following future students鈥 success as they prepare to become registered dietitians through D鈥橸ouville鈥檚 widely recognized nutrition and dietetics program."
鈥淎t D鈥橸ouville, we're thrilled to welcome Gannon University students into our renowned nutrition and dietetics program. Together, we'll provide comprehensive training that prepares students to make a significant impact in the profession of dietetics,鈥 said Megan Whelan, PhD, RDN, CDN, Dean of the School of Health Professions at D鈥橸ouville University. 鈥淲e eagerly anticipate supporting these future dietitians on their journey to serve and improve health outcomes.鈥