Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics, Nutrition and Exercise Physiology (MS CPD)
Updated April 2025
Table of Contents
- Program Contact Information for Preceptor Referencing
- Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics
- Program Accreditation
- Preceptor Resources and Responsibilities
- Student Responsibilities
- Appendices
- Appendix A: Preceptor Orientation Checklist
- Appendix B: Community Nutrition – Preceptor Evaluation of Student
- Appendix C: Clinical Nutrition – Preceptor Evaluation of Student
- Appendix D: Foodservice Management – Preceptor Evaluation of Student
- Appendix E: WSU MS CPD – Student Evaluation of Supervised Practice Site
- Appendix F: WSU MS CPD – Preceptor Evaluation of Program
Program Contact Information for Preceptor Referencing
April D Davis, PhD, MS, RDN, ACSM-CEP – Associate Professor
- Director of Graduate Dietetics (MS CPD)
- Graduate Committee Chair, MS CPD
- Advisor for MS CPD Students
- NEP 501 Community Nutrition Supervised Practice*
- NEP 573 Nutrition in the Community
- NEP 701 Master’s Final Examination
Kelli Frederick, M.Ed., RDN – Assistant Professor
- Graduate Committee Member, MS CPD
- Coordinates Student Placements for Supervised Practice
- NEP 549 Foodservice Management
- NEP 551 Foodservice Management Supervised Practice*
Lisa Heneghen, MPH, RDN, CNSC, CSO – Assistant Professor
- Graduate Committee Member, MS CPD
- NEP 537 MNT I
- NEP 540 Clinical Nutrition Supervised Practice*
- NEP 542 MNT II
Glen Duncan, PhD, ACSM-CEP – Professor & Chair of NEP Dept.
*NOTE: If you have rotation-related questions and/or student feedback or concerns, please contact the designated Course Professor for the supervised practice area related to your site (community nutrition, foodservice management, clinical nutrition) and/or Program Director. For all other questions, feedback, and/or concerns, please contact the Program Director.
WSU Health Sciences Spokane
Nutrition & Exercise Physiology Department
412 E. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Spokane, WA 99210-1495
Website
Program Director: April D Davis, PhD, MS, RDN, ACSM-CEP
adavis@wsu.edu
509-358-7919
Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics
Program Description
Washington State University (WSU) offers a Master of Science in the Coordinated Program in Dietetics, Nutrition, and Exercise Physiology (MS CPD). This program is an interdisciplinary examination and evaluation of the multiple influences on individual and population health using benchmarks garnered from several perspectives, including but not limited to, biological, nutritional, social/psychological, environmental, and clinical input. The graduate dietetics program offers a unique perspective on how and why the human body functions and reacts in certain ways to various exercise and nutritional stimuli. Graduates of the MS CPD are expected to perform effectively as entry-level practitioners in a clinical nutrition, foodservice management, and community nutrition settings.
Mission Statement
The mission of the WSU Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics is centered around the preparation of entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists who promote optimum health and wellness for individuals and communities through the integration of nutrition and exercise physiology in a variety of dietetic career paths.
Program Goal One
The program will prepare MS CPD graduates to be credentialed entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs).
Program Goal Two
The program will prepare MS CPD graduates to test for the American College of Sports Medicine Exercise Physiologist® (ACSM-EP®) credential.
Program Goal Three
The program will prepare MS CPD graduates to demonstrate a commitment to positively contribute to the health of individuals and communities through active participation and/or leadership in community/public service.
Program Accreditation
Program Accreditation Status
The WSU Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics (MS CPD) is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND).
ACEND is recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
ACEND Information
120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606
800-877-1600
eatrightpro.org/acend
eatright.org
Preceptor Resources and Responsibilities
Supervised Practice Sites & Preceptors – Communication Pathways with Program
Sites affiliated with WSU for the MS CPD provide supervised practice experiences that meet the current ACEND competencies. Sites are chosen based on willingness and ability to provide meaningful educational experiences that result in dietetic students’ acquisition of necessary skills to practice as an entry-level dietitian. The preceptors at selected sites must be engaged professionally by completing continuing education requirements. The full contingent of sites must provide the necessary experiences for dietetic students to meet the designated ACEND competencies associated with community nutrition, or foodservice management, or clinical nutrition experiential learning.
- When a new site or new lead preceptor is identified and expresses interest in a precepting partnership, the Program Director will meet with the lead preceptor or site representative initially to review the program and details from the Preceptor Guide. The process for site affiliation with the program will also be relayed by the director. Based on this initial meeting, potential sites can determine if they are able to provide supervised practice experiences and an environment that meet current ACEND competencies and MS CPD requirements.
- Following a fruitful initial meeting, the site will receive an Affiliation Agreement (AA) via email from the Nutrition and Exercise Physiology (NEP) department. Once a completed AA is on file, the site will be contacted by the faculty member coordinating student placements for an upcoming semester to talk through logistics of scheduling, site onboarding, and an optimal communication route for students prior to starting a rotation. It is also encouraged for the site and primary preceptor to meet with the Course Professor for the designated practice area this time, who will relay student course requirements, expectations and competencies, and address course-specific questions and inquiries, as requested by the site.
- Communication among the program, site, and preceptors will include:
- Ongoing outreach by the Program Director with sites and preceptors for programmatic feedback and evaluation, relaying updates from ACEND regarding precepting, and signing continuing education forms for precepting WSU MS CPD students.
- Semesterly and/or annual outreach by the faculty member coordinating student placements for the upcoming semester/year to determine site availability of hosting students, placement logistics, onboarding requirements, and site preferences.
- Continual outreach by the designated Course Professor for the supervised practice area (community nutrition, foodservice management, clinical nutrition) with the preceptor before and throughout each student placement to assure a smooth start, maintain an open pathway of support, and address inquiries or issues about course content, competencies, assignments, and/or a specific student at the site (see the Program Contact Information for Preceptor Referencing).
- Feedback is an important part of learning and should be viewed as an opportunity for reflection and growth. Preceptors provide student feedback in two forms: formative evaluation (ongoing feedback) and performance evaluation. A formal evaluation of each student is conducted a minimum of once, at the completion of the supervised practice rotation. Most foodservice management and clinical nutrition rotations include a mid-point evaluation in addition to the final. Students will review evaluation timelines with the preceptor at the beginning of each rotation.
- Dietetic students complete a site evaluation following each rotation (Appendix E). The Program Director and the MS CPD faculty review the dietetic students’ feedback and the current ACEND competencies to determine if program affiliations are adequate and appropriate to meet the needs of the MS CPD. If a site fails to meet expectations, the Program Director or faculty contacts the site representative. Issues concerning individual sites are discussed with the facility representative(s) or the External Dietetics Advisory Board for resolution. If a resolution cannot be obtained, the contract will be terminated per the terms of the agreement.
- Affiliation Agreement Statement Reminder
- For medical or clinical supervised practice sites “The training site shall consider that students are learners and will not replace Training Site personnel with students. Any service rendered by students is incidental to the educational purpose of the clinical education program.”
- For the nonmedical supervised practice sites “While students are engaged in the education program provided pursuant to this (WSU non-medical affiliation) agreement, they shall retain the status of students working towards the fulfillment of their degree requirements. Students are not employees or agents of WSU.”
Preceptor Responsibilities
A preceptor, by definition, is an individual at a community nutrition, clinical nutrition, or foodservice management site who is designated to provide supervision and related assessments of student progress in achieving the supervised practice competencies required by ACEND.
Preceptor responsibilities include:
- Provision of clients/patients and associate preceptors to share and assist in the experiential training of dietetic students and provide additional resources that might strengthen the educational experiences for students.
- Assignment of students to various learning activities during the supervised practice experience, as outlined in the Preceptor Evaluation of Students for Community Nutrition (Appendix B), Clinical Nutrition (Appendix C) and Foodservice Management (Appendix D).
- Completion and submission of the Preceptor Evaluation of Student survey via Qualtrics, providing feedback on student’s performance strengths and areas for improvement to be reviewed by the Program Director and faculty.
- Completion of the annual Preceptor Evaluation of Program (Appendix F).
- Maintaining practice area competence and professional growth through completion of continuing education and professional activities.
Preceptor Resources
The preceptor’s role is critical in preparing students to become quality entry-level dietitians. Being a preceptor for dietetic students presents nutrition and dietetics professionals with additional responsibilities and requires a high level of professionalism and dedication. Many preceptors may not always feel prepared for their role in educating and evaluating students. Through these resources and ongoing collaboration and support, precepting can be a positive and rewarding experience.
Preceptor Resource Tool Kit
The Nutrition and Dietetics Educators and Preceptors (NDEP) Preceptor Resource Tool Kit serves as a resource for preceptors and educators to solve problems that may arise during supervision of dietetic students. The tool kit contains frameworks to solve key issues such as cultural humility and awareness, professionalism, and communication across different generations.
Preceptor Orientation Checklist (Appendix A)
The Nutrition and Dietetics Educators and Preceptors (NDEP) Development Committee created a general orientation checklist for preceptors to use. The purpose of this checklist is to be a starter orientation template for preceptors to use and modify to fit their facility
Preceptor Training Course Provided by ACEND
The Preceptor Training Course, provided by ACEND, was updated in 2023 and helps preceptors prepare for their role as mentors for dietetic students. This complimentary training awards participants with 8 CPEUs and includes seven modules.
CPEUs for Precepting
Preceptors may record a total of 15 CPEUs per 5-year cycle for precepting and/or leadership on your Activity Log. For more information and to obtain the necessary forms, visit the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
To receive CPEU credit:
- The precepting must have been completed during the current recertification cycle.
- The preceptor must complete the Preceptor Confirmation and Self-Reflection Form, which can be provided by the Program Director. The form must be signed and dated by the ACEND accredited Program Director. The form should be signed at the bottom by the preceptor and retained as documentation to be submitted to CDR if audited.
MS CPD Supervised Practice Rotation Requirements
In accordance with the most recent ACEND Standards for Coordinated Programs, students must complete a minimum of 1,000 hours of supervised practice. Students in the WSU MS CPD fulfill these experiential hours through supervised practice rotations in Community Nutrition (Child Nutrition, Free Choice), Clinical Nutrition, Foodservice Management, and Exercise/Health Promotion. The specific number of hours to be completed at each supervised practice site will be communicated with and agreed upon by the prospective preceptor prior to student placement. Students will document their hours completed at each supervised practice site. The student must actively participate in all dietetic practice activities during the experience and seek guidance from their primary preceptor, other dietetic staff, healthcare professionals, and CPD course professors/faculty, to successfully achieve the assigned objectives.
Each dietetic rotation has specific competency requirements that must be met by the student. If the student completes the learning objectives in fewer hours than the minimum, they must consult with their rotation supervisor, course professor and/or the Program Director about enrichment experiences in that rotation. If the student takes longer to attain the required competencies, as evaluated by the preceptor, course professor, and/or Program Director, the course professor will work with the student and possibly extend the rotation until each competency is met.
The competencies and preceptor evaluation for Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, and Foodservice Management are in Appendix B, Appendix C, and Appendix D, respectively.
Handling Adverse Situations
The MS CPD student selection process is very competitive and thorough with thoughtful consideration taken into the rigorous didactic coursework and experiential supervised practice requirements necessary for successful completion of the program. Although faculty and staff continually evaluate students to identify potential difficulties and implement a plan of remediation, adversities may occur at a supervised practice site. Suggestions for handling a challenging situation include:
- Frequent, ongoing formative assessment with feedback, which offers the student an opportunity to work on areas in need of improvement and strengthening.
- Early identification of potential challenges. Optimally, adverse situations should be addressed with the student directly. If the situation continues, the Program Director and/or course professor should be contacted for involvement and remediation, as needed.
- Clear communication of expectations early in the rotation.
- Addressing knowledge deficiencies and providing extra reading, resources, or references for the student.
Student Responsibilities
Student Responsibilities in Supervised Practice Rotations
Students’ primary responsibility during each supervised practice (SP) rotation is care of the clients/patients. Client/patient welfare has precedence over personal educational objectives.
Attendance
Students are expected to observe the same working hours and holidays as worksite employees of the institution where they are assigned during SP rotations, per preceptor preferences. The assigned SP dates may include days or weeks when WSU is not in session, specifically University-recognized holidays, Thanksgiving week, and spring break week. Additionally, students may be scheduled for occasional rotation hours on weekends as directed by their preceptor, course professor, or Program Director.
Absences
Students are responsible for notifying preceptors and course faculty as early as possible in the semester if absence from an SP rotation is anticipated. Provisions must be made to the satisfaction of the SP preceptors and faculty for coverage of duties during an absence. The student will need to make up any SP hours missed to meet the overall required 1000 experiential hours.
Dress Code
Students must always exhibit a professional appearance at the practice site both in manner and dress. The dress code will be determined and enforced by the assigned preceptor as each site may vary in dress code requirements. Each student is responsible for obtaining and adhering to the site-specific dress code. Each student must always wear a name tag identifying oneself as a Washington State University Nutrition and Exercise Physiology student.
Site Onboarding
Students will work with the site onboarding specialist and/or preceptor to complete and submit all required onboarding documentation prior to the first day of scheduled SP rotations, per site protocol. Students will contact preceptors two to six weeks prior to the start dates. This introductory communication will allow students and preceptors to introduce themselves and discuss logistical information about the SP rotation including on-site parking, dress code, daily scheduled hours, etc.
Professional Liability Insurance
NEP students are required to obtain professional liability insurance before they participate in any NEP experiential learning activities.
Professionalism
Moral or ethical character is an important component of professional behavior and of the overall assessment of students’ fitness to enter the health care profession. Students in the MS CPD are expected to maintain ethical and professional behavior while completing experiential SP rotations. Students will be held to the standards of conduct and safety expected of employees in facilities participating in precepting MS CPD students.
Injury or Illness While in the Facility for Supervised Practice
If necessary, the student will be taken at their own expense to a medical clinic or an Emergency Department for treatment of an injury or emergent illness. If an illness occurs while the student is at the facility, they will be directed to go to the nearest medical clinic at their own expense.
Appendices
Appendix A: Preceptor Orientation Checklist
Prior to the start of the rotation:
- Via email, share the following details with the student: dress code, arrival/departure time, directions to facility, meeting location, parking, meals, breaks, pre-rotation assignments or readings, confirmation of rotation dates and number of hours to be completed at the facility, resources to bring (e.g., laptop, books, lab coat, etc.), required medical forms and clearances.
- Please share any helpful details regarding required onboarding prior to the student’s start date and/or the contact email for the facility’s onboarding specialist.
On the first day of the rotation (If there are multiple preceptors working with the student during this rotation, choose a preceptor who has the most interest in orienting the student):
- Meet with the student to:
- Provide a tour of the facility and:
- Relay the location of the nearest restroom facilities, where to put bag and jacket, optimal place to store and eat lunch, and where to go during a break time.
- Introduce the student to key employees, administrators, and support staff.Show the student where resources can be found: Electronic Health Record (EHR), Software (i.e., CBORD), communication tools (i.e., Email platform, Intranet).
- Show the student where to find tools such as clinical documentation forms (i.e., MDS, malnutrition screening, intake forms).
- Review the Policies and Procedures Manual:
- Location of the manual & when to refer to it.
- Print or highlight pertinent policies for use during rotation (e.g., assessment policy for clinical nutrition, foodservice delivery & nourishment).
- Explain procedures such has Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), HIPPA, Safety, HACCP, Emergency & Disaster Plans
- Understand prior experiences and rotations completed.
- Clarify the student’s goals for the rotation and any potential strengths and/or challenges.
- Review the expectations of the student from the preceptor, department, and facility.
- Discuss the overall schedule for the entire rotation and scheduled preceptor-student interaction for observation and feedback (E.g., weekly meetings to review progress).
- Review a “typical day” at the rotation.
- Discuss site expectations of the student regarding professionalism, punctuality, illness, inclement weather, and any personal issues such as religious observances, personal obligations, and pre-planned personal events.
- Review any specific training or learning modules to be completed.
- Provide a tour of the facility and:
- The dietetic student should share the following information with the preceptor on day 1:
- Relevant assignment checklists to meet ACEND competencies during the rotation.
- Outline projects and/or presentations to be completed during the rotation, and due dates.
- Procedure and timeline for evaluations to be completed by the preceptor(s).
- How rotation hours will be tracked by the student.
Appendix B: Community Nutrition – Preceptor Evaluation of Student
Preceptor Evaluation of Student
NEP 501: Community Nutrition Supervised Practice
WSU Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics (MS CPD)
Information
- Student’s Name
- Date
- Preceptor’s Name
- Preceptor’s Email
- Community Nutrition Rotation Type: Child Nutrition; Free Choice
- Site
Directions
For each CRDN (competency) below, please mark the appropriate rating option that best describes your evaluation of the student’s performance in each category, as satisfactory or unsatisfactory, and review the results with the student.
Rating Scale
- Satisfactory = Overall, the competency or skill is performed at a level expected for a dietetic student in training at the time the evaluation is conducted.
- Unsatisfactory = Overall, the competency or skill is not performed at a level expected for a dietetic student in training, at the time the evaluation is conducted. (If this option is chosen for any item on a final evaluation, please contact the Course Professor or Program Director)
ACEND Competencies (CRDNs) for Community Nutrition Supervised Practice
- CRDN 2.1 – Scope of Practice/Code of Ethics Practice in compliance with current federal regulations and state statutes and rules, as applicable, and in accordance with accreditation standards and the Scope of Practice for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, and the Code of Ethics for the Profession of Nutrition and Dietetics
- CRDN 2.10 – Professionalism: Demonstrates professional attributes in all areas of practice (E.g., dependability, adaptability, resourcefulness, interpersonal interactions, written, verbal, and non-verbal communication, organization/planning).
- CRDN 2.11 – Cultural Humility: Shows cultural humility in interactions with colleagues, staff, clients, patients, and the public.
- CRDN 2.12 – Cultural Humility: Implements culturally sensitive strategies to address cultural biases and differences.
- CRDN 3.10 – Education/Counseling: Uses effective education and counseling skills to facilitate behavior change.
- CRDN 3.12 – Education/Counseling: Delivers respectful, science-based answers to client/patient questions concerning emerging trends
Other information
- Student’s overall strengths
- Student’s area(s) for improvement
Appendix C: Clinical Nutrition – Preceptor Evaluation of Student
Preceptor Evaluation of Student
NEP 540: Clinical Nutrition Supervised Practice
WSU Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics (MS CPD)
Information
- Student’s Name
- Date
- Preceptor’s Name
- Preceptor’s Email
- Evaluation Period: Midpoint Evaluation; Final Evaluation
- Site
Directions
For each CRDN (competency) below, please mark the appropriate rating option that best describes your evaluation of the student’s performance in each category, as satisfactory or unsatisfactory, and review the results with the student.
Rating Scale
- Satisfactory = Overall, the competency or skill is performed at a level expected for a dietetic student in training at the time the evaluation is conducted.
- Unsatisfactory = Overall, the competency or skill is not performed at a level expected for a dietetic student in training, at the time the evaluation is conducted. (If this option is chosen for any item on a final evaluation, please contact the Course Professor or Program Director)
ACEND Competencies (CRDNs) for Clinical Nutrition Supervised Practice
- CRDN 2.1 – Scope of Practice/Code of Ethics Practice in compliance with current federal regulations and state statutes and rules, as applicable, and in accordance with accreditation standards and the Scope of Practice for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, and the Code of Ethics for the Profession of Nutrition and Dietetics
- CRDN 2.10 – Professionalism: Demonstrates professional attributes in all areas of practice (E.g., dependability, adaptability, resourcefulness, interpersonal interactions, written, verbal, and non-verbal communication, organization/planning).
- CRDN 2.5 – Works collaboratively with NDTRs and/or support personnel in other disciplines.
- CRDN 2.6 – Refers clients and patients to other professionals and services when needs are beyond individual scope of practice.
- CRDN 3.1 – Performs Medical Nutrition Therapy by utilizing the Nutrition Care Process including use of standardized nutrition terminology as part of the clinical workflow elements for individuals, groups, and populations of differing ages and health status, in a variety of settings.
- CRDN 3.2 – Conducts nutrition focused physical exams.
- CRDN 3.7 – Demonstrates effective communications and documentation skills for clinical and client services in a variety of formats and settings, which include telehealth and other information technologies and digital media.
Other information
- Student’s overall strengths
- Student’s area(s) for improvement
Appendix D: Foodservice Management – Preceptor Evaluation of Student
Preceptor Evaluation of Student
NEP 551: Foodservice Management Supervised Practice
WSU Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics (MS CPD)
Information
- Student’s Name
- Date
- Preceptor’s Name
- Preceptor’s Email
- Evaluation Period: Midpoint Evaluation; Final Evaluation
- Site
Directions
For each CRDN (competency) below, please mark the appropriate rating option that best describes your evaluation of the student’s performance in each category, as satisfactory or unsatisfactory, and review the results with the student.
Rating Scale
- Satisfactory = Overall, the competency or skill is performed at a level expected for a dietetic student in training at the time the evaluation is conducted.
- Unsatisfactory = Overall, the competency or skill is not performed at a level expected for a dietetic student in training, at the time the evaluation is conducted. (If this option is chosen for any item on a final evaluation, please contact the Course Professor or Program Director)
ACEND Competencies (CRDNs) for Foodservice Management Supervised Practice
- CRDN 2.1 – Scope of Practice/Code of Ethics Practice in compliance with current federal regulations and state statutes and rules, as applicable, and in accordance with accreditation standards and the Scope of Practice for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, and the Code of Ethics for the Profession of Nutrition and Dietetics
- CRDN 2.10 – Professionalism: Demonstrates professional attributes in all areas of practice (E.g., dependability, adaptability, resourcefulness, interpersonal interactions, written, verbal, and non-verbal communication, organization/planning).
- CRDN 1.1 – Selects indicators of program quality and/or customer service and measures achievement of objectives. (Quality Management Project)
- CRDN 1.4 – Conducts projects using appropriate research methods, ethical procedures, and data analysis utilizing current and/or new technologies. (Quality Management Project)
- CRDN 2.7 – Applies change management strategies to achieve desired outcomes. (Catered Event/Themed Meal)
- CRDN 4.2 – Perform management functions related to safety, security, and sanitation that affect employees, clients, patients, facilities, and food. (Safety and Sanitation Inspection)
- CRDN 4.3 – Conduct clinical and client service quality management activities (such as quality improvement or quality assurance projects). (Quality Management Project)
- CRDN 4.10 – Analyze risk in nutrition and dietetics practice (such as risks to achieving set goals and objectives, risk management plan, or risk due to clinical liability or foodborne illness). (Safety and Sanitation Inspection)
Other information
- Student’s overall strengths
- Student’s area(s) for improvement
Appendix E: WSU MS CPD – Student Evaluation of Supervised Practice Site
MS CPD Student Evaluation of Supervised Practice Site
Directions
Using the given 5-point Likert scale (Agree to Disagree) and/or the space provided, please select the appropriate response that best describes your experience as a graduate dietetic student at the noted rotation site.
- I knew what was expected of me during this rotation.
- I was comfortable asking for help from the preceptor(s) and expressing my ideas.
- The direction and feedback I received from the preceptor(s) was timely and stated in a meaningful and collaborative manner.
- The learning activities assigned by the preceptor(s) were beneficial and had some connection to the required competencies.
- Support personnel (other than the preceptor) were willing to collaborate with me to create a positive learning experience.
- Please share up to 3 strengths or benefits of this experiential rotation and practice site.
- Please share up to 3 areas for improvement of this experiential rotation and practice site.
- Self-reflection. Please share up to 3 tasks you performed well during this experiential rotation (possibly exceeding your own expectations).
- Self-reflection. Please share up to 3 tasks you performed during this experiential rotation that could be improved upon when in a similar practice setting moving forward.
Appendix F: WSU MS CPD – Preceptor Evaluation of Program
Preceptor Evaluation of Program
WSU Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics (MS CPD)
Description
The WSU MS CPD requests your cooperation in evaluating the program’s placement scheduling and coordination process, the academic and professional preparation of dietetic students from WSU for supervised practice rotations, and your own perceived barriers and motivators toward being a preceptor.
We appreciate your time. Your responses and feedback will be used for improvement of our educational program and processes.
Directions
For each item below, please mark the appropriate rating option as it relates to the WSU MS CPD placement coordination of students for precepting at your site or the academic and professional preparation of dietetic students from the WSU MS CPD who have completed supervised practice hours at your site over the past 1-2 years.
Rating Scale
- Satisfactory = Overall, the preceptor is satisfied with the WSU MS CPD placement coordination and scheduling of students at your site or the preparation of dietetic students who completed supervised practice hours at your site over the past 1-2 years.
- Unsatisfactory = Overall, the preceptor is not satisfied with the WSU MS CPD placement coordination and scheduling of students at your site or the preparation of dietetic students who completed supervised practice hours at your site over the past 1-2 years.
Other Information
- Site/Facility Name
- Type of facility for dietetics practice (choose one): Community Nutrition / Clinical Nutrition / Foodservice Management
- Name of person completing this survey (Last, First)
- Overall, the the placement coordination and scheduling of WSU dietetic students for supervised practice experiences at your site was an efficient and effective process over the past 1-2 years.
- Optional – Please share any suggestions for improving the placement coordination and scheduling of WSU dietetic students for supervised practice experiences at your site.
- Overall, dietetic students from the WSU MS CPD over the past 1-2 years adhered to policies and procedures of the institution and demonstrated cultural sensitivity and humility, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Overall, dietetic students from the WSU MS CPD over the past 1-2 years managed time efficiently.
- Overall, dietetic students from the WSU MS CPD over the past 1-2 years readily accepted constructive feedback and respected patients and staff.
- Overall, dietetic students from the WSU MS CPD over the past 1-2 years delivered evidence-based and professional documentation that is consistent with the policies and procedures of the facility.
- Overall, dietetic students from the WSU MS CPD over the past 1-2 years actively and collaboratively participated in discussions and meetings.
- Overall, dietetic students from the WSU MS CPD over the past 1-2 years were adaptable to unforeseen situations, determined alternative plans of action, when warranted, and sought out additional learning opportunities to improve areas of knowledge.
- Optional – Please share any suggestions for additional curricular or supervised practice exposures that could improve the training of students in this program.
- Please share any barriers you experience relating to commitments toward mentoring and precepting dietetic students before, during, and/or following a supervised practice rotation.
- Please share what motivates you to serve as a mentor and preceptor for dietetic students before, during, and/or following a supervised practice rotation.