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Learn more » Eat Right Dietetics is the science and art of applying the principles of food and nutrition to health. Learn more » ACEND The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Learn more » Nutrition & Food Services Academy ACEND Dietetic Internship Open House Information A VA Dietetic Internship Program is a great choice to complete your training to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. All of the VA Dietetic Internship programs are fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). We are a part of the larger Nutrition and Food Services program office and our interns train in a variety of practice settings including acute care, outpatient, specialty care, and food service management. Interns have the opportunity to work with VA national programs like the Healthy Teaching Kitchens, MOVE! , and Whole Health . Benefits of Training at VA No Internship Fee Most Programs Provide a Generous Stipend Paid Federal Holidays and Vacation Hands-On Training Focus Minimal Simulation or Case Studies Well Rounded Programs Providing a Variety of MNT, Community, and Food Service Experiences 1:1 RD Clinical Guidance High Graduate Satisfaction Rate High Employer Satisfaction Rate 96% passrate on RDN exam Please direct any general questions or concerns to dietetic.internship@va.gov . If you want to learn more about our programs you can view our open house schedule, internship directory or VA Open Forum power point below. VA Dietetic Internship National Forum Tuesday, January 9th, 11:00am-12:00pm CST Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 292 323 875 181 Passcode: nVbNXJ Each program is unique, with different rotations and training opportunities available, and some have unique concentrations. The DI Program Directory below summarizes information about each VA program. Dietetic Internship Only Graduate Degree with Dietetic Internship Graduate Degree with Dietetic Internship and DI Only Option Central Texas Hines/Chicago Lexington Reno San Diego San Juan Tampa Bay Pines Little Rock Bronx Cleveland Denver Houston Johnson City Las Vegas Los Angeles Memphis Minneapolis St. Louis Tucson VA Dietetic Internship Directory The Open House flyer provides dates and RSVP information for all 2023-2024 Open House opportunities. Dietetic Internship Open House dates Dietetic Internship Open Forum PowerPoint Presentation (11/7/2023) VA Dietetic Internship Forum VA Dietetic Internship Myth Busters Here are some common FAQ’s about our programs. After reviewing the specific program web pages, please contact the individual internship directors with any additional specific questions. Q: I’ve been told that it’s very hard to get into a VA internship program because they are extremely competitive. I was told I shouldn’t even bother applying. How competitive is it to get into your internship programs? A: VA dietetic internship programs are not more competitive than any other dietetic internship program throughout the country. VA internship programs are in teaching hospitals, provide a variety of unique hands-on clinical experiences, have state-of-the art resources, and the VA pays a generous stipend. Candidates interested in applying to a VA...