UNDERGRADUATE COUNCIL Request for Change(s) Originating unit requesting change Department of Nutritional Sciences Type of Change requested: Course number(s) Course prerequisite(s) Program title Course title Drop course(s) Program description Course description Drop program(s) Program requirements Semester and year change(s) take effect: Fall 2008 Appropriate computer abbreviation if course title is more than 30 spaces: N/A Briefly summarize the change requested: Change reflects an raise in GPA requirement upon graduation from 2.7 to 3.0 for students majoring in the Coordinated Program in Dietetics (Option I) for accreditation purposes ONLY. TCU graduation requirements are NOT affected by this change. This change also will require that all NTDT 30000 and 40000 courses be taken at TCU. No grade lower than "C" will be accepted for NTDT courses or Associated Requirements. Catalog copy Present catalog copy (paste-up from catalog is acceptable. See attached copy. Proposed change(s). (Include exact catalog copy as desired. Underline changes) See attached copy.
Request for Changes Page 2 1. What is the justification for the change(s) requested? Students in the Coordinated Program in Dietetics (Option I) who do not have a GPA at least 3.0 upon graduation are not as successful on the national Registration Examination for Dietitians. A strong science/math knowledge base is also correlated with success in the study of nutritional sciences; thus, a minimum GPA of 2.5 is required in the Associated Requirements for students majoring in the Coordinated Program in Dietetics. All upper level NTDT courses must be taken at TCU, so that TCU faculty can monitor academic progress and insure students are adquately prepared. 2. If applicable, explain how the change(s) will affect the current program outcomes and assessment mechanisms. The changes will improve program and student outcomes by increasing student science/math knowledge base during completion of program sequence. An increase in GPA upon graduation to 3.0 will reflect an improvement in preparation for the national Registration Examination for Dietitians. 3. Faculty Resources: How will the unit provide faculty support for this change and any other impact this change may have on other current departmental listings. All NTDT faculty are in complete support of this change. Students enrolled in any program course will be informed of the policies and procedures via course syllabi, the departmental student handbook, the TCU undergraduate catalog, and other promotional materials. No additional faculty resources are necessary or required to support this change. 4. Educational Resources: Will this change require additional resources not currently available (e.g. space, equipment, library, other)? If yes, list additional resources needed. YES NO 5. If this change affects other units of the University, include a statement signed by the chairperson(s) of the affected unit(s). N/A 6. If cross-listed, provide evidence of approval by all curriculum committees appropriate to both the originating and cross-listed units. N/A Approval signature of chairperson of originating unit
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Current Catalog Copy Coordinated Program in Dietetics (Option I) A Coordinated Program in Dietetics is an academic program in a US regionally accredited college or university that culminates in a minimum of a baccalaureate degree. The Coordinated Program in Dietetics (CPD) at TCU offers the unique opportunity to acquire both the required didactic instruction (lecture and laboratory courses) and 1000 clock hours of supervised practice necessary to meet the Foundation Knowledge and Skills and Competencies for Entry-Level Dietitians and the Standards of Education of the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of The American Dietetic Association. Graduates receive verification/establish eligibility to write the registration examination for dietitians and/or apply for active membership in The American Dietetic Association. Admission to TCU is required for all programs; however, admission to the University does not guarantee admission to the Coordinated Program in Dietetics. Eligibility for admission to the Coordinated Program in Dietetics is based on successful completion of at least 60 semester hours with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 on a 4.0 scale, 39 semester hours of required prerequisites and major courses (as listed below), and an application packet. Application packets for the Coordinated Program must be received by February 1, and applicants are notified of provisional acceptance by April 15. Students who are accepted will begin course work and supervised practice the subsequent fall semester. Final acceptance/enrollment in the Coordinated Program in Dietetics depends on successful completion of work in progress and required summer school prerequisites. A student's continuation in the program is contingent upon attainment of a strong academic record and successful completion of the program sequence. The mission of the Coordinated Program in Dietetics at TCU is to educate competent entry-level dietitians within the liberal arts environment. In addition, the CPD provides the student with Foundation Knowledge and Skills and Competencies for entry-level dietitians in compliance with the Standards of Education of The American Dietetic Association. The CPD combines course work emphasizing the foundation of dietetic knowledge (communications, physical and biological sciences, social sciences, research, food, nutrition, management, and health care systems) and supervised practice experiences. The supervised practice experience involves working with dietetic professionals to demonstrate performance in medical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, food service systems management, and business/entrepreneurial dietetics. Costs for tuition and university fees are available through the Office of Admissions or Financial Services. More detailed costs for students are outlined in the CPD Student Handbook and include approximately $1000-1500 per year for travel to supervised practice sites, lab fees, photocopying, school and office supplies, textbooks, lab coats, malpractice insurance, and professional dues. The Texas Christian University Coordinated Program in Dietetics is currently granted accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of
The American Dietetic Association, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Chicago, Illinois 60606, 312/899-0040, ext. 5400. Major Requirements: NTDT 10003, 10103, 20403, 21163, 30123, 30144, 30303, 30304, 30313, 30316, 30331, 30333, 40333, 40337, 40343, 40353, 40363, 40364, 40373, 40403. Total NTDT credit hours: 68. Other Required Courses: CHEM 10113, 10125, 30123 (or equivalent) 40501 and 40503; BIOL 20214 and 20233; MATH 10043; ECON 10223; SOCI 20213; PSYC 10213, MANA 30153. No minor is required. Recommended elective: NTDT 30133. A total of 126 semester hours is required for the baccalaureate degree.
Proposed Catalog Copy Coordinated Program in Dietetics (Option I) A Coordinated Program in Dietetics is an academic program in a US regionally accredited college or university that culminates in a minimum of a baccalaureate degree. The Coordinated Program in Dietetics (CPD) at TCU offers the unique opportunity to acquire both the required didactic instruction (lecture and laboratory courses) and 1000 clock hours of supervised practice necessary to meet the Foundation Knowledge and Skills and Competencies for Entry-Level Dietitians and the Standards of Education of the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of The American Dietetic Association. Graduates receive verification/establish eligibility to write the registration examination for dietitians and/or apply for active membership in The American Dietetic Association. The mission of the Coordinated Program in Dietetics at TCU is to educate competent entry-level dietitians within the liberal arts environment. In addition, the CPD provides the student with Foundation Knowledge and Skills and Competencies for entry-level dietitians in compliance with the Standards of Education of The American Dietetic Association. The CPD combines course work emphasizing the foundation of dietetic knowledge (communications, physical and biological sciences, social sciences, research, food, nutrition, management, and health care systems) and supervised practice experiences. The supervised practice experience involves working with dietetic professionals to demonstrate performance in medical nutrition therapy, community nutrition, food service systems management, and business/entrepreneurial dietetics. Admission to TCU is required for all programs; however, admission to the University does not guarantee admission to the Coordinated Program in Dietetics. Eligibility for admission to the TCU Coordinated Program in Dietetics is based on successful completion of at least 60 semester hours with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale), 39 semester hours of required prerequisites and major courses, and an application packet. Application packets for the Coordinated Program in Dietetics must be received by February 1, and applicants are notified of provisional acceptance by April 15. Students who are accepted will begin course work and supervised practice the subsequent fall semester. Final acceptance/enrollment in the Coordinated Program in Dietetics depends on successful completion of work in progress and required summer school prerequisites. A student's continuation in the Coordinated Program in Dietetics is contingent upon attainment of a strong academic record and successful completion of the program sequence. Upon Graduation, the student must attain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale), attain a minimum grade point average of 2.5 in the Associated Requirements and earn a grade of C or better in all NTDT courses and all Associated Requirements. Students who successfully complete the Coordinated Program in Dietetics will receive verification and are eligible to take the Registration Examination for Dietitians. Costs for tuition and university fees are available through the Office of Admissions or
Financial Services. More detailed costs for students are outlined in the CPD Student Handbook and include approximately $1000-1500 per year for travel to supervised practice sites, lab fees, photocopying, school and office supplies, textbooks, lab coats, malpractice insurance, and professional dues. The Texas Christian University Coordinated Program in Dietetics is currently granted accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of The American Dietetic Association, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Chicago, Illinois 60606, 312/899-0040, ext. 5400. Major Requirements: NTDT 10003, 10103, 20403, 21163, 30123, 30144, 30303, 30304, 30313, 30316, 30331, 30333, 40333, 40337, 40343, 40353, 40363, 40364, 40373, 40403. Total NTDT credit hours: 68. Associated Requirements: CHEM 10113, 10125, 30123 (or equivalent), 40501 and 40503; BIOL 20214 and 20233; MATH 10043; ECON 10223; SOCI 20213; PSYC 10213, MANA 30153. No minor is required. Recommended elective: NTDT 30133. No NTDT course or Associated Requirement may be taken P/NC. All upper level (30000 and 40000) NTDT courses must be taken at TCU. A total of 126 semester hours is required for the baccalaureate (BS) degree.