Certificate in Didactic Program in Dietetics
University of Arizona

Program Details

Enroll in this online nutrition degree and expand your professional opportunities.  This program is the first step toward earning a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) certification.  Graduates are eligible to earn a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) Verification Statement which allows you to sit for the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician Registered (NDTR) examination to earn the NDTR credential, which is required before you can become an RDN.

Students who possess a bachelor’s degree before admission learn to translate the science of nutrition into practical applications for individuals and groups in both clinical and community settings.  Build a strong foundation in the biological and chemical sciences while completing courses that emphasize the application of nutrition and dietetics practice.  Plus, this online nutrition degree builds core skills for the nutrition field, including:

  • Communication
  • Counseling
  • Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork/Collaboration

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Arizona is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s)