The Integrated Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics at Mount Mary University is ACEND-accredited and completion will enable the student to take the Registered Dietitian Examination by being provided a verification statement of successful completion. Exam requirements are set by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR.) See: https://www.cdrnet.org/RDNeligibility.
Successfully passing the registration exam earns the credentials RD or RDN. Following satisfactory completion of the Program and a passing score on the Registration exam, graduates who desire to work in the State of Wisconsin should apply for certification. This is a completely separate procedure from becoming registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Please visit the website: https://www.cdrnet.org/LicensureMap. When graduates achieve the RD or RDN designation, they may then apply to the credentialing board for certification or licensure in the state in which they intend to practice.
While state interpretations of statutes may vary, it is ACEND's considered opinion that the program meets the educational requirements for dietetics licensure and certification in all states. However, completing an ACEND-accredited academic program alone does not qualify an individual for licensure or certification as a dietitian in any state. Individuals should review their state's licensing statutes and regulations to understand the specific requirements, including supervised practice and examinations, needed to obtain a dietetics license. More information about state licensure and certification can be found at this link: State Licensure