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Mission & Program Outcomes
The Seton Hill University Coordinated Program in Nutrition/Dietetics is dedicated to the development of students who will be assets to the dietetics profession. The mission of the Coordinated Program is to provide the environment in which students integrate the liberal arts, professional didactic courses, and supervised practice experiences to provide dietetic services that enhance individual and family life. The Seton Hill Coordinated Program also views service to the local area as another important part of its mission.
Program Goals and Measurable Outcomes
- The program will prepare graduates to be competent entry-level dietitians.
- At least 80% of students beginning the coordinated phase of the dietetics program (equivalent of junior year) will successfully complete the program within three academic years.
- Over a five-year period, graduates will have a first-time pass rate of at least 80% on the registration examination.
- Over a five-year period, 70% or more of the coordinated program graduates who sought employment in dietetics will be employed within three months of program completion.
- The mean rating of core competencies and concentration competencies as assessed by graduate survey respondents will meet or exceed the rating of '3' (on a 1-5 scale) on the graduate survey.
- The mean rating of overall educational preparation as assessed by graduate survey respondents will meet or exceed the rating of '3' (on a 1-5 scale) on the graduate survey.
- The mean rating of educational preparation that employers give program graduates will meet or exceed the rating of '3' (on a 1-5 scale) on the employer survey.
- The program will prepare graduates who demonstrate a commitment to community and professional service.
- At least 30% of alumni responding to a survey completed every five years will report participation in community and/or professional service.
- The program will prepare graduates who are committed to lifelong learning.
- 90% of alumni responding to a survey completed every five years will report pursuing an advanced degree or participating in continuing educational activities.
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