MSDI Program Requirements

The Master of Science Dietetic Internship (MSDI) is a 30-credit, course-only graduate program that includes a minimum of 1,075 hours of supervised practice. Designed to be completed in 12 months, the program integrates academic coursework and supervised practice across three semesters. See the Loading... for more information.

  • Course Delivery: Coursework is completed on-campus and/or via distance learning.
  • Supervised Practice: Experiences are arranged by the MSDI Director and take place across the state of Kansas.
  • Master’s Project: A capstone project is completed throughout the prog ram.
  • Competency Coverage: All coursework and practice experiences meet ACEND’s required Core Competencies for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (CRDNs).

Core Courses (18 credits)

MSDI-Specific Courses (12 credits)

Supervised Practice

  • The K-State MSDI provides approximately 1,075 hours of supervised practice. These experiences align directly with FNDH 760 and FNDH 860 above. The hours come from supervised practice placements, workshops, case studies, independent research, discussions, simulation, professional meetings, and applied learning experiences.
  • The MSDI Director will arrange all supervised practice placements.
  • Supervised practice sites may be assigned anywhere in within the state of Kansas or KC Metro area.
  • The approximate distribution of hours is:
    • Summer community: approximately 192 hours onsite (8 weeks at 24 hours per week)
    • Fall management: approximately 320 hours onsite (2 placements of 5 weeks at 32 hours per week)
    • Spring clinical: approximately 352 hours onsite (11 weeks at 32 hours per week)
    • Student-select: approximately 96 hours (timing may vary)
    • Alternate experience: approximately 115 hours will be spread throughout the 12-month program

Program Completion Requirements

To successfully complete the MSDI program, students must:

  • Complete all required graduate coursework for the M.S. in Food, Nutrition, and Health with a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Complete at least 1,075 hours of supervised practice and applied experiences in diverse settings
  • Successfully complete and present an applied master’s capstone project
  • Demonstrate competence in all ACEND-required Core Competencies (CRDNs)

Upon Completion, Graduates Receive:

  • A Master of Science degree in Food, Nutrition, and Health
  • A Dietetic Internship Verification Statement, granting eligibility to take the Registration Examination for Dietitians