Oral health emphasis in dietetic internship programs

1986 ◽  
Vol 86 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-85
Author(s):  
Cynthia R. Cutter
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Dietetic Internship ◽  
Internship Programs

Unsuccessful Dietetic Internship Applicants: A Descriptive Survey

2012 ◽  
Vol 73 (2) ◽  
pp. e248-e252 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Brady ◽  
Annie Hoang ◽  
Roula Tzianetas ◽  
Jennifer Buccino ◽  
Kayla Glynn ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
First Language ◽  
Human Potential ◽  
Community Nutrition ◽  
Grade Point ◽  
Cumulative Grade Point Average ◽  
Dietetic Internship ◽  
Internship Programs ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Training Opportunities

Purpose: We examined the demographic characteristics of applicants who applied and were unsuccessful in securing an internship position, what these applicants did afterward in their efforts to obtain an internship position, and which career paths they pursued. We also searched for any differences in eligibility between applicants who had not obtained an internship position and those who eventually were successful. Methods: A 68-item online survey was administered. Results: The study sample (n=84) was relatively homogeneous: female (99%), heterosexual (98%), Caucasian (70%), Canadian-born (75%), having English as a first language (73%), multilingual (40%), and having completed a previous degree (29%). Mean self-reported cumulative grade point average (3.35) exceeded the minimum (3.0) required by most Ontario internship programs. Over 25% eventually secured an internship position. Applicants who rated their packages strong in community nutrition were less successful in attaining an internship. Little difference in qualification was found between those who were eventually successful and not-yet-successful applicants. Conclusions: Unsuccessful applicants met academic and other requirements for admission to dietetic internship programs in Ontario. Insufficient training opportunities, costs associated with internship, and competition may be contributing to a loss of human potential in dietetics.

Student selection in dietetic internship programs

1982 ◽  
Vol 80 (4) ◽  
pp. 355-360
Author(s):  
DOROTHY L. BROOKS ◽  
MARIE C. DIETRICH
Keyword(s):  
Student Selection ◽  
Dietetic Internship ◽  
Internship Programs

Perceived Roles, Benefits, and Supports For Dietetic Internship Preceptors

2010 ◽  
Vol 71 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deanne Ortman ◽  
Linda Mann ◽  
Judy Fraser Arsenault
Keyword(s):  
Communication Skills ◽  
Online Discussion ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Discussion Group ◽  
Academic Growth ◽  
Online Discussion Group ◽  
Current Program ◽  
Dietetic Internship ◽  
Internship Programs ◽  
Communication Methods

Evaluation of university-run dietetic internship programs will improve preceptors’ experience and, ultimately, increase the capacity for training future dietitians. We attempted to identify preceptors’ perceptions of their roles, benefits, and supports, as well as of the skills/traits that students need for internship, and suggested improvements for the internship program. Fifteen of 39 current program preceptors who had supervised more than one intern consented to participate in an ethics-approved research methodology. They responded anonymously to a series of questions posted in an online discussion group, and provided feedback on the subsequent reports. While no consensus emerged, more than 50% of participants perceived their role as providing a supportive learning experience for interns. Benefits noted most frequently were personal academic growth and contributions to their organizations from intern research projects. Effective supports included conventional communication methods and website materials. Participants identified self-motivation, independence, and communication skills as most important for interns. They also provided several suggestions for program improvements. The study methods and results could be helpful to other universityrun internship programs seeking improvement and growth.

Status of Prior Learning Assessment in Dietetic Internship Programs

2003 ◽  
Vol 64 (3) ◽  
pp. 136-138 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daphne Lordly
Keyword(s):  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Perceived Barriers ◽  
Learning Assessment ◽  
Prior Learning ◽  
Prior Learning Assessment ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Current Usage ◽  
Dietetic Internship ◽  
Internship Programs

The purpose of this exploratory study was to further our knowledge of how the concept of prior learning assessment is being operationalized within dietetic internship programs. We reasoned that such knowledge would allow us to determine if the profession is capitalizing on associated benefits. A six-item, multi-part, self-administered survey was faxed to all internship directors (n=42). Results indicate that although programs are aware of prior learning assessment, its application is not consistent. Barriers include procedural, implementation, and philosophical issues. The study results provide information for educators and policy-makers to understand better the factors that influence prior learning assessment implementation and usage. Information related to current usage and perceived barriers can assist in the development of a professional prior learning assessment philosophy, which can guide decision-making, development, implementation, and evaluation of new and existing prior learning assessment initiatives.

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