At A Glance
Program At A Glance: 100% Online 30 Total Credits Prior Learning Credit Towards Degree 12-24 Months to Completion

The RDN track of the Master of Professional Practice in Dietetics (MPPD) is a distance, non-thesis graduate degree program that offers a pathway for current Registered Dietitian Nutritionists to earn a master’s degree in 12-24 months. Increase your knowledge and skills in the areas of integrative nutrition, advanced medical nutrition therapy, leadership, and management.

The RDN track's mission is to advance dietetic professionals' practice for leadership roles in diverse settings, promote human health and well-being, and improve quality of life.

Our online format allows you to take classes online at your convenience and at a pace that works with your busy schedule.

Applicants are assessed for their ability to be successful in this distance graduate program. To evaluate your level of readiness for an online program, please check out the following resources.

  1. What makes a successful online student?
  2. Technology needs assessment checklist (PDF)
  3. Online learning readiness rubric
  4. Online Learning Readiness Survey
  5. Online learning orientation tool.