Mission Statement
The Mission of the Dietetic Internship Program is to provide graduates of accredited or approved dietetic program, quality supervised experiences that will prepare them to perform as an entry-level dietitian to make a contribution to the profession and society as a whole.
Program Goals
1. The program will prepare interns to be competent for practice as entry-level dietitians.
Outcome Measures
- Over a 5 year period, the pass rate for DI graduates taking the registration examination for the first time will be at least 80%
- Over a 5 year period, 70% or more of DI graduates who sought employment in dietetics will be employed within three months of program completion.
- 100 % of the interns will complete the Dietetic Internship within 150% of the time planned for completion
- At the completion of the internship, interns will pass an exit exam with a score of 70 or above.
- Ninety percent of employed graduates will agree that the program prepared them adequately to perform as an entry-level dietitian.
- When surveyed, 90% of responding employers will agree that DI graduates are competent dietitians.
- Over a five year period, graduates of the DI will achieve an average score within 5% of the national score or better on the RD exam
- Over a five year period, graduates of the DI will achieve an average score within 6% of the national score or better on the RD exam.
2. The program will provide a learning environment which will foster critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Outcome Measures
- Over a five year period, interns will score 80% or better on written and oral case studies
- When surveyed at least 90% agree that the internship helped them attain skills in oral and written communication, problem solving, and critical thinking.
- When surveyed at least 90% of employers will agree that DI graduates possessed adequate skills in oral and written communication, problem solving and critical thinking.
3. The program will support the need for dietetic professionals within the West Texas area.
Outcome Measures
- Over a 5 year period, 50% of the interns will have been employed in the West Texas area upon graduation.
- Over a 5 year period, 30% of the intern graduates will still be employed in the West Texas area, 3 years after graduation.
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the Dietetic Internship/Master’s Degree Program, all applicants must have:
- A verification statement indicating successful completion of all the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) academic requirements (accredited or approved by CADE) or Declaration of Intent to Complete DPD (obtain from your DPD Director).
- Completed a baccalaureate degree with a preferred overall grade point average of 3.0 or greater.
- Taken the GRE exam. Foreign students must submit TOFEL scores. All scores must be within 5 years of the time of application.
- 1-2 page resume providing evidence of work and volunteer experience.
- Handwritten scenario response
A minimum of 6 course work hours may be required if it has been more than 5 years since prior college enrollment.
The selection committee, consisting of faculty and preceptors of the internship, will use a holistic approach when reviewing the following criteria:
- GPA (Grade Point Average)
- GRE (Graduate Record Examination) score
- Work and Volunteer Experiences
- Three References (at least two from faculty in the major area of study)
- Personal letter of interest
- Application Packet (completeness & neatness)
- Resume
Currently the Dietetic Internship Program does not grant credit for prior learning experiences.
Application Process:
Applications to the MS/Dietetic Internship and The Graduate School are two separate
processes. Completed applications must be mailed directly to the addresses given
below. All application materials are the property of TTU Department of Nutrition
Sciences and will not be returned to the applicant.
Listed below are explicit instructions and steps to apply to our dietetic internship.
Failure to follow these steps correctly (such as not including enough copies as
specified) can result in your application not being considered.
Application to TTU MS/Dietetic Internship:
- Submit a completed ADA Application Form. (For Lubbock site: original plus 4 copies, for Amarillo site: original plus 3 copies, if applying to both sites: original plus 7 copies)
- Verification Statement of Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD)Program Completion or Declaration of Intent to Complete DPD/Academic Requirements (original only)
- Official transcripts (sealed/signed envelope) from ALL colleges and universities attended. These are in addition to the transcripts you will send to the Graduate school if you are matched with our program.
- Three (3) letters of recommendation (using the ADA form), two must be from college instructors in Nutrition/Dietetics. The other form may be from a work supervisor who is qualified to evaluate the applicant or from another college instructor. Each evaluation should be in a sealed envelope with the evaluator’s signature written on the sealed flap. Enclose the evaluations with the application packet. (One set of these recommendations will be enough for either site)
- One copy of your Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
- A typed letter of Application using a professional/business format. Include a brief statement of your professional goals and reason(s) for your career choice, relevant personal experiences, and how you hope to contribute to and benefit from the Texas Tech Dietetic Internship Program. No more than 2 pages typed, double spaced. (For Lubbock site: original plus 4 copies, for Amarillo site: original plus 3 copies, if applying to both sites: original plus 7 copies)
- 1-2 page resume
- Describe a situation where you felt you were treated unfairly, perhaps it was a grade, a work situation or schedule, an employee evaluation, or a situation among friends and discuss how you handled the event. There is not necessarily a right or wrong answer-just tell us what your experience was and what you learned from it. This must be handwritten and no more than one page. (For Lubbock site: original plus 4 copies, for Amarillo site: original plus 3 copies, if applying to both sites: original plus 7 copies)
- All applicants to our internship are strongly encouraged to apply for TTU scholarships. You cannot be considered for a scholarship unless you’ve applied by the February 1st yearly deadline. If you are applying from out of state, this is very important. The selection of winners occurs after match day so the committee will know if you’ve matched with the TTU dietetic internship. Go the http://www.depts.ttu.edu/hs/scholarships/ for an application form and more information
- Site Location preference.(one copy) This typed page should include the following:
Name
SS #
Site preference:
_____Lubbock only
_____Amarillo only
_____will consider either site
Please note: When you register for D&D Digital you will need to rank your preference for Lubbock and/or Amarillo. Even if you are OK with either site, you will have to rank these two choices.
Codes for DND Digital :
#387 Texas Tech University, Lubbock site, Lubbock, TX
#165 Texas Tech University, Amarillo site, Lubbock, TX (Since Texas Tech University is based in Lubbock, TX, that is the city shown)
If you should have questions please feel free to contact the internship director.
Send completed application packet to :
Shelley Fillipp, M.S., RD, LD
shelley.fillipp@ttu.edu
Dietetic Internship Director
Department of Nutrition, Hospitality and Retailing
Texas Tech University
P.O. Box 41240
Lubbock, TX 79409
Application deadline: February 16, 2010
Application Instructions
The links below contain the standardized application and recommendation forms for Dietetic Internship Program.
It is strongly recommended that you work from a back-up of this file. Once you download the file use the 'Save As' command from the File menu to save a back-up.
If you do not have MS Office, and wish to download the file for printing, the PDF link is provided for use with the Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Application in MS Word Format
- Recommendation FORM in MS Word Format
- Application in PDF file format
- Recommendation FORM in PDF Format
Application to Texas Tech University Graduate School
Submit by April 23rd after you have been matched with the TTU internship. You do not need to apply to the Graduate School before the match. The recommendation letters submitted in your internship application will be used by the NS faculty for consideration into the Graduate School.
- Submit the online Graduate School application
- Pay $50.00 non-refundable application fee, payable to TTU Graduate School
- Submit GRE scores
- Submit ALL official college transcripts, GRE and application fee to:
Office of Graduate Admissions
Box 41030, 02 Holden Hall
Lubbock, TX 79409
(806) 742-2781
www.gradschool.ttu.edu
gradschool@ttu.edu
NS Graduate program information/contact:
Dr. Debra Reed
College of Human Sciences, Dept of NHR
Box 41240
Lubbock, TX 79409
Debra.reed@ttu.edu
Computer Matching Process
| February 16, 2010 | Postmark deadline for application packets to TTU and computer matching materials to D & D Digital Systems (see further instructions) |
| April 5, 2010 | Notification Day. Date by which all applicants will be provided their personal matching results from D & D digital Systems via posting on the D & D Internet site at: www.dnddigital.com |
| April 6, 2010 |
Appointment Day. Applicants should telephone or fax the Program Director to confirm
the acceptance or rejection of the computer match by 5pm CST. A written confirmation
is required within one week of appointment day. This can be done by e-mail or mailed
directly to: Shelley Fillipp, M.S, RD/LD Dietetic Internship Director Texas Tech University Dept of Nutrition, Hospitality and Retailing PO Box 41240 Lubbock, TX 79409 Phone: 806-742-3068 Fax: 806-742-3042 |
Estimated Expenses:
The expenses listed are approximate costs. Actual costs may be more or less than these estimates. These estimated costs are based on just the cost of completing the required components of the internship, not including additional graduate classes. Living expenses are not included.
| Resident | Non-Resident | ||
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Tuition & fees for: Advanced MNT(Summer II), Fall & Spring enrollment in internship practicum(6 hours/semester) and one additional 3 hour graduate class per semester. |
$7894.00 for 2 semesters plus summer class | $14,542.00 for 2 semesters plus summer class | Tuition for graduate non-resident students living in counties adjacent to Texas who are legal residents of Arkansas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma enjoy reduced fees. Go to Graduate School for more information on expenses. |
| Texts and Supplies | $300 | $300 | Per year |
| Liability Insurance | $14.50 | $14.50 | One-time expense |
| Criminal Background check | $25.00 | $25.00 | One-time expense |
| ADA Membership | $49.00 | $49.00 | Annual fee |
| Lab Coat (1-2) | $30-60 | $30-60 | One-time expense |
| ID Badge | $10.00 | $10.00 | One-time expense |
| TDA State Meeting | $200-250 | $200-250 | Estimated expense |
| Immunization Fee | Varies | Varies | |
| Physical Exam Fee | Varies | Varies | |
| Transportation Costs | Varies | Varies | 128 days of travel to and from facilities |
Personal Requirements
Health
Excellent physical health is essential to keep up with the program rigor of class-work and facility training. Students provide an example of health to others and serve as role models for the dietetic profession. Medical care insurance is necessary. A policy is available on campus if the student does not have prior coverage (see TTU website).
The Texas Tech University School of Medicine operates the Student Health Services for all students of the University. The clinic is located in the Student Wellness Center at 1003 Flint Avenue and provides a walk-in ambulatory service which supplies medical care of the scope expected of a family physician’s office. Inpatient medical care is not provided by the Student Health Clinic. When hospitalization is required, one of several excellent hospitals in the community can be utilized.
Physical Exam and Vaccination:
Available through the Student Health Services, Thompson Hall (743-3848).
Physical exam free if enrolled in 4 credit hours or more.
$31.00 paid at Student Business Services
Vaccination: $35 per vaccination (Hepatitis B requires 3 shots)
$8 Tuberculosis test
Personal Health Policy (if not otherwise insured) - $500.00
A total of five days (40 practicum hours) will be allowed for illness or emergency
leave. Missed competencies may require additional make up hours. Extended illness
may require extension of rotation weeks beyond the announced program completion
date.
Professional Dress
Interns are expected to maintain a professional standard of dress and conform to the established dress code at all times during the rotations. Dress codes are clarified for each rotation. For the most part, business casual clothing is required along with a white staff coat at some facilities. In some rotations, enclosed shoes are required for health and safety reasons. Flat shoes are highly suggested for all rotations.
Transportation
A limited city bus system operates in the Lubbock area. Locating near the bus line is beneficial for riding into campus on class days to avoid parking congestion.
Transportation to the facilities is the responsibility of the intern. Due to the size of the community and the outlying locations of some of the rotations, a reliable car is necessary to complete the rotations. Students are responsible for the automobile insurance.
Liability Insurance
Interns are required to purchase malpractice insurance before the initiation of the supervised experiences. The director will provide instructions for the purchase of this insurance through a university contract.
Academic Common Market Program
Texas Tech participates in the Academic Common Market, a reciprocal agreement for
sharing uncommon curricula.
Ph.D./R.D. students from Kentucky may qualify for resident tuition.
Financial Assistance
Several avenues of financial assistance are available. Contact the Texas Tech financial aid office (806) 742-0000 for information on grants and loans. You may also visit their website at: http://www.financialaid.ttu.edu/
Out of state students who receive scholarships, qualify to pay resident tuition fees. A limited number of graduate part-time assistantships are available to teach or assist faculty in research projects.
Additional departmental scholarship funds may also be available for students. Prospective
interns may apply for a scholarship for the year. A scholarship application form
is due to the College of Human Sciences by February 1, and is available for download
and printing at:
http://www.depts.ttu.edu/hs/scholarships.php
or
http://www.depts.ttu.edu/gradschool/scholarships
Financial assistance may also be sought through:
Texas Dietetic Association Foundation
http://www.tdaf.nutrition4texas.org/tdaf/
American Dietetic Association Foundation
http://www.adaf.org/
Graduate Scholarships and Fellowships at TTU
http://www.depts.ttu.edu/gradschool/scholarships/
TTU Office of Student Financial Aid
http://www.financialaid.ttu.edu/
Housing Information
Many options are available for housing. Information about university housing, including room rates, meal plans, and programs can be accessed at http://www.depts.ttu.edu/housing/. Dormitories are closed during semester breaks.
Off campus housing is plentiful with apartments and rental houses ranging from $300 to $600, depending on size, location, and degree of furnishing. Additional information is available by writing to: Student Association, Texas Tech University, P.O. Box 42032, Lubbock, Texas 79409. A guide to apartments and rental units will be sent on request. The Red Tape Cutting Center, located in the University Center, maintains a broad listing of rental, sales and roommate possibilities. The local newspaper is online at http://www.lubbockonline.com
Other sites of interest about Lubbock and Texas Tech include:
General community information:
Visit Lubbock
Housing:
Lubbock Apartments
Utilities:
Lubbock Power and Light (water and electricity)
806-775-2509
Excel Energy (electricity)
806-253-2112
Atmos Energy (natural gas)
1-800-621-1867
Southwestern Bell Telephone
1-800-464-7928
Suddenlink Cable
1-806-793-2222
Texas Tech University
General Directory
College of Human Sciences
Graduate School
Student Affairs
Internship Facilities
Students are assigned to various facilities for clinical, food service management and community practice. Included are hospitals, community health care clinics and centers. Facilities are located in the South Plains and Panhandle region including Lubbock, Amarillo, Plainview, and Pampa. These rotations enable the student to gain an understanding of the professional role and assume responsibility for applying and evaluating newly acquired competencies.
Description of Facilities
Lubbock (A sampling of some of the rotations)
Covenant Health System, Lubbock, Texas
Includes two urban and numerous rural hospitals and clinics in the Texas panhandle.
Rotations offered include: medicine, nutrition support, pediatrics, community wellness,
outpatient diabetes, oncology and cardiac rehabilitation clinics, and foodservice
management.
http://www.covenanthealth.org
University Medical Center, Lubbock, Texas
Associated with the Texas Tech University Medical School of Medicine and is a Level
IV Trauma Center including an extensive burns and pediatric unit. Rotations include:
medicine, nutrition support, pediatrics (NICU), burn unit, and foodservice management.
http://www.teamumc.org
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas
Clinics within the medical school provide specialized outpatient care. Students
work in the pediatric and diabetes clinics counseling with patients, researching
health conditions within the patient population, and developing appropriate nutrition
education materials.
http://www.ttuhsc.edu/HCS/Diabetes/
http://www.ttuhsc.edu/SOM/Pediatrics/
Dialysis Center
A corporate outpatient dialysis unit in operating three shifts Monday- Saturday.
Interns observe and assist dietitians assess/counsel hemodialysis and peritoneal
dialysis patients.
http://www.fmcna.com/
Southwest Regional Skilled Nursing Center, Lubbock, Texas
Interns participate in the nutritional care of post-acute care patients who need
an average of four-to-six weeks of interdisciplinary treatments and who require
24-hour nursing, medical and respiratory care. Interns participate in complex assessment,
interdisciplinary meetings, and advanced nutritional support, nutrient intervention
in wound care and healing. Interns are also involved in the food service operation
of the facility.
For More Information
Lubbock State School
A residential facility serving as part of the Texas Department of Mental Health
and Mental Retardation. Interns spend one week learning about unique physical conditions
and food service provision of the developmentally disabled. Assessment for medical
and feeding needs and the interdisciplinary team methods are included.
http://www.dars.state.tx.us/ecis
Early Head Start, Lubbock, Texas
The Early Head Start Center is a joint project with Texas Tech University and the
Lubbock Housing Authority. Interns plan and supervise the preparation of meals,
monitor nutrient intake, assess children’s eating habits, and educate parents.
http://cli.uth.tmc.edu/our-programs/program-overview/TX-head-start/
Early Childhood Intervention (Lubbock Independent School)
A statewide program for families with children, birth to three, with disabilities
and developmental delays. ECI supports families to help their children reach their
potential through developmental services. Interns are involved in the nutrition
services offered by the program.
http://www.lubbockisd.org/ECIDEBT/
TTU Dining Services
Hospitality Services serving approximately 1,800,000 meals in four dining halls,
one food court and four mini-markets within or adjacent to, each residence hall
complex. Interns are involved in quantity food production, foodservice management
and catering activities.
http://www.depts.ttu.edu/hospitality/
Amarillo (A sampling of some of the rotations)
Northwest Texas Hospital, Amarillo, Texas
A regional acute care facility with a mental illness unit and extensive outpatient
clinic. Rotations offered include: pediatrics, medicine, nutrition support, and
outpatient.
http://www.nwtexashealthcare.com
Baptist Saint Anthony Medical Center
An acute care hospital with a full range of medical and surgical services. Rotations
offered include: medicine and outpatient clinics.
http://www.bsahs.org/services/fullservice_hospital.php
Region 16 Early Head Start Program, Amarillo
A program designed to respond to the needs of each child and family. Among others,
the program services include: quality early education, modifications for special
needs children, parenting education, nutrition and family support services. Interns
work with nutritionist in providing nutrition services to children and their families.
http://www.amaisd.org/ece/ehs.htm
Amarillo High Plains Dialysis Center
A corporate outpatient dialysis unit in operating three shifts Monday- Saturday.
Interns observe and assist dietitians assess/counsel hemodialysis and peritoneal
dialysis patients.
http://www.fmcna.com/
Triumph Hospital
Interns participate in the nutritional care of post-acute care patients who need
an average of four-to-six weeks of interdisciplinary treatments and who require
24-hour nursing, medical and respiratory care. Interns participate in complex assessment,
interdisciplinary meetings, and advanced nutritional support, nutrient intervention
in wound care and healing. Interns are also involved in the food service operation
of the facility.
http://www.triumph-healthcare.com
Other Locations in the Area (Interns will travel to one of these locations)
WIC Clinic, Plainview
A nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children eat
well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy. Interns conduct nutrition screening,
assessment, counseling sessions, and nutrition education classes.
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/wichd/
Dietetic Internship Rotations 2009-10 (Lubbock)
| # of Weeks | Rotation | |
| Clinical | ||
| 5 or 6 | Med 1: CVD, Rehab, Med/Surg (Diabetes, Cancer), Renal | |
| University Medical Center (6 wks) | ||
| Covenant Medical Center (5 weeks) | ||
| 4 or 5 | Med 2: Critical Care - Trauma, Cancer, Burns, MICU, CCU, TPN | |
| University Medical Center (5 wks) | ||
| Covenant Medical Center (4 weeks) | ||
| 2 | Outpatient Diabetes | |
| Diabetes Out Patient Clinic Covenant Health System (2 Wks) | ||
| or Diabetes Out Patient Clinic Covenant Health System (2 Wks) | ||
| 1 | Pediatrics (UMC) | |
| 1 | Pediatrics (TTU HSC Out-patient clinics) | |
| 1 | LT Acute Care Hospital - Southwest Regional Medical Complex | |
| 1 | Developmental Disabilities (Lubbock State School) | |
| 1 | LDialysis Clinics (So. Plains or Dialysis Center of Lubbock) | |
| Sub-total | 17 | |
| Management | ||
| 1 | Patient Services - UMC/COV | |
| 1 | Production FSS - COV/UMC | |
| 1 | Clinical Management, COV | |
| 2 | TTU Dining Services | |
| 1 | Nursing Home Consulting - Daybreak Ventures | |
| 1 | School Food Service | |
| Sub-total | 7 | |
| Community | ||
| 1 | Outpatient Cardiac Rehab, Covenant Lifestyles Center | |
| 1 | Joe Arrington Cancer Center, CHS | |
| 1 | ECI- LISD | |
| 1 | Early Head Start | |
| 1 | Women, Infants, and Children Program | |
| 1 | Community Outreach (ESC 1-2 days, Schools, etc) | |
| Sub-total | 6 | |
| Other | ||
| 1 | Professional Development (Rotation of Choice) | |
| Total | 31 | |
|
31 weeks X 32 hrs/wk (Tue-Fri) = 992 hr
Plus ~28 hours of classroom instruction & 4 hrs community service |
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Dietetic Internship Rotations 2009-08 (Amarillo)
| # of Weeks | Rotation | |
| Clinical | ||
| 5 | MNT 1: Oncology, CVD, Diabetes, Rehab, Renal | |
| Baptist Saint Anthony | ||
| 4 | MNT 2: Critical Care | |
| Northwest Texas Healthcare System | ||
| 3 | Pediatrics | |
| Northwest Texas Healthcare System | ||
| 3 | Long-term Care: Triumph Hospital | |
| 1 | Dialysis Clinics | |
| Sub-total | 16 | |
| Management | ||
| 4 | Pt Services/Production/Catering Spec Events | |
| Baptist Saint Anthony | ||
| 1 | Clinical Management | |
| Baptist Saint Anthony | ||
| 1 | Nursing Home - Consulting | |
| 1 | Canyon ISD | |
| Sub-total | 7 | |
| Community | ||
| 2 | Amarillo Head Start | |
| 2 | Outpatient | |
| Baptist Saint Anthony (Diabetes, Eating Disorders, Cardiac Rehab) | ||
| 2 | Women, Infants, and Children Program | |
| 1 | ECS | |
| Sub-total | 7 | |
| Other | ||
| 1 | Professional Development (Rotation of Choice) | |
| Total | 31 | |
|
31 weeks X 32 hrs/wk (Tue-Fri) = 992 hr
Plus ~28 hours of classroom instruction & 4 hrs community service |
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