how long is the education of RD ? does it take a year or two. I am a dietary aid. need to work on count calories. I kind of get that part mixed up.wen counting calories do I add or multiply first to get the answer.how do u figure out how many calories a person has?

in my case it takes me longer to learn this than an average person. so I should study maybe for 2 months.cuz I process information a little slow.

Hi Ashlie, RDs are usually allowed to wear business casual clothing. They usually have on some black slacks, a cute sweater, and they LOVE to wear Dansko shoes! However, at some (few from what I've noticed) hospitals RDs will wear scrubs. But I think you would be fine to wear slacks, a sweater/blouse, and closed toed shoes (if in the kitchen) or flats (if walking on the floor). :) Hope this helps - it's always a good idea to be dressed appropriately, great question!

My overall GPA was a 3.2 and my DPD (dietetic) GPA was a 3.6. While my GPA was definitely NOT a 4.0, it was consistent with a student that is very involved in school activities (in the Student Senate most students did not have >3.5). I was focused on making myself "well-rounded" and volunteered in my off time and was very active in the Student Dietetic Association and student government. Just remember, "GPA is not everything!" It is important, however, to look at the overall GPA and DPD GPA requirements for each internship, they all differ. I've seen internships with a minimum 3.5 overall GPA, and some that have 3.0 as their minimum. And if you find that your GPA does not meet their minimum - look further to see if you can take the GRE (graduate school) exam. At UNCo, if you have less than a 3.0, you can take the GRE and as long as you score in the 50th percentile or higher - they will consider your application. I hope this helps!

It is also important to state why your GPA might be lower than the other applicants in your Personal Statement. I was advised to do this if it is below a 3.5 overall GPA

This definitely helped! I cannot thank you enough, ive been considering going into dietetics for quite a while now. I'm looking to shadow someone this coming week. It is definitely nice to get some information from someone who has been there and done it themselves. Thank you so much!