Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetic Practice/RDN

Thomas Jefferson University offers a new and innovative graduate program in Nutrition and Dietetics to prepare students to become future Registered Dietitian Nutritionists RDNs. Upon completion of this program, graduates who successfully complete all program requirements will be awarded an MS degree in Nutrition & Dietetic Practice and will be eligible to take the national RDN exam. Once registered nationally, RDNs are required to be licensed in some states, including Pennsylvania. Beyond foundational knowledge, the Jefferson MSRDN program is designed to emphasize keystone aspects of dietetic practice: communication, interprofessional practice, sustainability, leadership, management, and research. In our program, students will be trained to look beyond the disease and see the whole person. They will be required to examine the disparities in our healthcare system and consider how RDNs can help combat these inequities. We expect our graduates to be professionals who practice with integrity, compassion, and a commitment to equitable care and social justice advocacy.
The mission of the Master of Science in Nutrition & Dietetic Practice program at Thomas Jefferson University is to provide an educational experience that will prepare caring, competent, entry-level registered dietitian nutritionists for practice in diverse settings throughout the region, nation, and world.