Program’s Goals and Objectives

Goal 1: To produce program graduates that are able to interpret and apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills within clinical and public health settings for group and individualized counseling, and the development of policy that secures the nutritional health of individuals.

Goal 2: To train graduates in Nutrition and Dietetics who, through the integration of science (reason) and faith, are able to implement, the effective organization, development and management of health promotion and disease prevention programs, as well as to develop research in the field of nutrition and health.

 

Program objectives for:

Goal 1

1.1   At least 70 percent of the graduates will contribute to the field of Nutrition and Dietetics in Puerto Rico or United States.

 1.2   At least 80 percent of program students’ complete program/degree requirements within 4.5 years (150% of the program length).

1.3   Of graduates who seek employment, 75 percent are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.

1.4   At least 80 percent of the employers revealed that professionals from the PUCPR Combined Program in Nutrition and Dietetics work within a satisfactory or higher level.

Goal 2

2.1    At least 70 percent of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists within 12 months of program completion.

2.2   The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%. 

2.3   About 80 percent of the program graduates will rate academic preparation of the PUCPR     Combined Program of Bachelor in Nutrition Education and Master of Science in Integrative Nutrition and Dietetics within satisfactory or higher level.

 

Program outcome data measuring achievement of these goals is available to the public, current and prospective student upon request. Please contact the Program Director, Vivian E. Rodriguez Mori at vivian_rodriguez@pucpr.edu to request information.