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I've taken only one of these- inorganic chemistry- and that was 14 years ago, so I'll need to take it again. But really, even if they told me I could skip it, I wouldn't. I remember not a single thing about chemistry. Heck, I'll probably have to take remedial algebra just so I can remember how to balance equations.
But jeepers, there are 17 prereqs. If I take 2 classes per semester per year, including summer classes, I'll finish the prereqs in 3 years. I seriously doubt I can handle more than 6 classes a year given the difficulty of the subjects, not to mention the foreignness- design professionals generally are not exposed to microbiology in our workdays. So, Gah! Tell me I'm not nuts, and I can do this.
Basic Life Mechanisms
Anatomy/Physiology
Microbiology
Chemistry, Inorganic
Chemistry Lab, Inorganic
Organic Chemistry I
Organic Chemistry I - Lab
Organic Chemistry II
Statistics
Psychology
Anthropology or Sociology
Microeconomics
Management
Food Science
Food Science - Lab
Human Nutrition
Human Nutrition - Lab
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Gosh, that does look a bit over whelming, but you can do a it, a few classes at time. It sounds like you pretty much have to start from scratch. Other than those two food related classes, it looks a lot like the prereqs I did for nursing school.
Of course you're not nuts, and you can totally do this. Anyone who can figure out how to raise so much food in so small a space can explain to others how to eat it and why! You are going to rock at this.
(Edited to note, I completely oversimplified the role of a registered dietician. No foul intended, all in good fun!)
Holy Cow! That's quite a list. What if you accidently blow up the Chem. lab?
Where do these Registered Dieticians work? What do they do? Isn't there a "short course" for something like RD Practitioner?
But on the bright side, you won't have to go live in the dorm and you won't have to be a Spartan!
Might as well get started ...
My menopausal brain is having trouble reading the list. That you're considering taking six classes tells me you're up for it. It's a good thing but I don't think you'll be doing much blogging.
You do realize that we expect to see your report card...
Wow. I can see that would be daunting. If you are schooling full time, I'll bet you can do more than 6 classes a year. If you are also working, maybe not so much.
Just mix and match the hard and the easy each term. I'd think the foods class will be a snap for you.
It does look daunting. Is there any way you can get them to accept your older classes? Sometimes pre-reqs can be waived by the right person. They may have a printed policy that is different if you talk to a person in charge. I had to had similar classes for Acupuncture school, but luckily I had taken them in my first attempt at college (when I thought I was going to me a vet). YOU CAN DO THIS. Keep your eye on the prize.
You can totally do this, especially if you're a full-time student. Have you looked at UM's program? They have far fewer prerequisites, but I think more of those topics are covered in the actual program. And, of course, it's not 2 blocks from your house...
http://www.sph.umich.edu/ehs/nutr/dietetics.html
http://www.sph.umich.edu/ehs/nutr/mph_sample_dietetics.html
I hate pre-Q's, they are such a mood buster. If you've any tech schools in the area might check to see if they offer similar. Be a more direct route. Not that I don't doubt for a sec you can handle this RD pre-Q, just I understand when looking at that list. Cheers!
Ilex, don't settle for less! I was 32 and a former art major with no math or science background when I decided that I wanted to go to medical school, and sometimes it seemed like a slow crawl, but I've been in practice for years now, and every minute was worth it.Best of luck.
ilex, take a look over at this post: http://peakoilhausfrau.blogspot.com/2009/04/sustainable-agriculture-putting-ideas.html
I know, I know, it's not in your geographic area, but it's up you alley :-)
A little nudge to say go for it--you CAN do it!!!! In 2002 I decided I wanted to go back to school to obtain my degree in Plant and Soil Science. Married, in my 30s w/ a mortgage made it seem impossible--not counting the fact that I hadn't taken algebra since my early 20s and the program required a great deal of math and science well above basic algebra skills. In 2003 I took the plunge and commuted 3 hours each day--started with algebra again (excellent choice) and even joined the Horticulture Club. Fast forward to 2009, two years since graduation and my career is going well--haven't even had time to frame my diploma.
Best of Luck to you!!!!
Hi there, this is Hope. :) These prereqs look a lot like the ones I've had to take for PA school, and if so, I may be able to help you out with some of them. I'm mostly done with my prereqs at this time (and it took me most of 3 years to do it), and now just have to accumulate the 500+ hours of health care experience required to apply to schools. Good on you for finding a new path, and I wish you all the best in it!
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