Is a Distance Dietetic Internship Right for You?

Is a Distance Dietetic Internship Right for You?

Is a Distance Dietetic Internship Right for You?  A distance dietetic internship is one of the many different pathways to becoming a registered dietitian. A distance DI program provides flexibility and a custom internship experience that you might not find in other options. But is a distance dietetic internship right for you?  A distance DI program brings some unique challenges and experiences that may not be the best fit for everyone.  Ask yourself the following questions to discover if a distance dietetic internship is the right choice for you. Are you self-directed, motivated and proactive?   With a distance program, you are responsible for securing your own rotations. This is often one of the biggest challenges of a distance program. It is not uncommon to hear a lot of “no’s” before you find a good fit. But with persistence and a good sales pitch, all of our past interns have secured rotation sites and we're confident you'll be successful too. Furthermore, once you’re matched to...
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The “why” behind the KBDI

The “why” behind the KBDI

Hear from our Director, Beryl Krinsky, about why she is passionate about the KBDI (and B.Komplete).  Who knew you could be a "food critic" beginning at age 2?! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbmP6yjwd10 Learn more about B.Komplete Prospective Intern Information Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin ...
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How to Apply for a Dietetic Internship

How to Apply for a Dietetic Internship

How to Apply for a Dietetic Internship Are you ready to take a critical step in becoming a Registered Dietitian? Let’s talk about how to apply for a dietetic internship! Do Your Research Before applying, do your research and navigate internship websites for programs of interest to you.  Talk to as many Registered Dietitians as you can and ask them about their internship experience.  Use LinkedIn to connect with Registered Dietitians and current Dietetic Interns - this is a great way to network and learn more about internship programs.  Reach out to Program Directors and schedule calls and attend Open Houses.  After you understand as much as you can about the internships and their requirements you can determine if a dietetic internship is right for you - and which ones you want to apply for! Then make notes of the required documentation you will need for a specific internship. Create a DICAS Account To start the application process, you will need to visit the online...
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How to Prepare for your Dietetic Rotations

How to Prepare for your Dietetic Rotations

/*! elementor - v3.16.0 - 13-09-2023 */ .elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px} How to Prepare for your Dietetic Rotations Your dietetic internship is approaching and there’s definitely a lot to look forward to. You are probably wondering exactly how to prepare for your dietetic rotations so that you can have the best experience possible. You may be feeling overwhelmed and excited- which is pretty normal. Follow our tips and pointers below so that you know exactly what to expect on your internship journey. Now you can let go of some of your uncertainty and focus on the excitement ahead! Preparing for your dietetic internship & rotations Successfully preparing for your internship rotations is a must-do and will help you feel more comfortable going into your first day at your rotation site. But how do you prepare well?  Our favorite tips to get you ready for day one of your rotation are… /*! elementor - v3.16.0 - 13-09-2023 */ .elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=".svg"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} Review topics. Brush up...
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