MSNHL Supervised Practice - USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
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Students are required to complete 1,000 hours of Supervised Practice (SP) experience to meet competencies established by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) in addition to coursework. Completion of SP hours and the award of a Master of Science degree prepares graduates for entry-level dietetics and provides students with “eligibility” to write the national registration examination of the Commission of Dietetics Registration (CDR), that grants the use of the nationally recognized credential, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
All students are required to attend a mandatory 2-day supervised practice orientation before they begin any internship. This is held during January of the first year on the Thursday and Friday before the start of the Spring semester.
MSNHL Program Information
Announcements
Priority Application Deadline for MSNHL Fall Start Date
January 15
On-Campus vs Online Learning
Students must enroll in one track only
Distance students must be 100 miles from USC
On-campus supervised practice is scheduled by the Internship Coordinators
Distance students will need to identify all supervised practice rotations and provide confirmation of supervised practice sites for the first year of the program, as a condition of program acceptance.
nearly 400
preceptors
across the country
300+
affiliation agreements
with sites across the country including Texas, New York, Hawaii and Florida
95%
of graduates
passed the CDR credentialing exam for dietitians within one year following first attempt
MSNHL Supervised Practice Sites
MSNHL students have been placed in the following facilities in previous semesters. Available sites may vary from year to year.
USC Hospitals-Keck, Norris Cancer Center, Verdugo Hills and Arcadia Hospital
Long Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities
USC Hospitality, USC Sports Nutrition, USC WorkWell Center, and USC Research Labs
USC Head Start, public and private schools, community colleges and non-profit organizations
Private practice, consulting RDNs, and disordered eating, substance abuse programs, and other specialized clinics
Rotation Schedule
Rotation
Possible Sites/Activities
Min/Max Hours Possible
Total Hours/Days (1000 Total Hours)
Professionalization
Professionalization Workshops, Online Self Study Modules, HIPAA and CITI IRB Modules, Policy, Leadership Development, Activities, Volunteer Work and Field Trips
60 hours
Minimum 60 hours
Retail Food Service
Core Site
120 hours
120 hours/15 days
In-Patient Food Service
Core Site
120 hours
120 hours/15 days
Community Nutrition
Core Site, Care Harbor or Health Fairs, Grocery Store Tours, Research (Community Population)
112 hours
112 hours/14 days
Nutrition Education
Core Site
40 hours
40 hours
Outpatient
Core Site
96 hours
96 hours/12 days
MNT I
Core Site
160 hours
160 hours/20 days
MNT II
Core Site, GROW Conference
160 hours + 40 hours of virtual MNT simulation or 200 hours (without 40 hours of MNT simulation)
160 hours /20 days + 40 hours of simulation or 200 hours/25 days
Specialty Concentration (Elective)
Selected with SP Coordinator, (Renal, Burns, Bariatric, Transplant, Research, Private Practice, Sports Nutrition, etc.)
96 hours
96 hours/12 days
Past Capstone Projects
The MSNHL Capstone Project serves as the program summative experience and is the culminating experience for all MSNHL Coordinated Program students. The purpose of this project is to enable students to demonstrate mastery of a nutrition topic area. Student research may be presented in a variety of forums, such as a presentation at a nutrition or related conference, or published in a peer-reviewed journal or newsletter. Before graduation, students present their research to their professors, preceptors, classmates, and families.
Learn more
Preceptor Information
All RD preceptors who participate in training our dietetic interns are eligible to receive up to 3 CPEUs per calendar year. A confirmation statement will be provided by the internship coordinator with the number of CPEUs to be awarded based on student contact hours. Learn how to signup to become a preceptor below.
Learn more
MSNHL Honors and Awards
Rochelle Lai, MS, RDN, MSNHL ‘19
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2019
Ranier Castillo, MS, RDN, MSNHL ‘20
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2020
Ahmicqui Bribiescas-Page, MS, RDN, MSNHL ’22
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2022
Lauren Sutherlin, MSNHL ’23
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2023
Kristine Wong, MSNHL ‘24
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2024
Meet the Administrative Team
Jeannie Wakamatsu, MPH, RDN
Program Manager and Internship Coordinator
Email: wakamats@usc.edu
Laura Kauffman, MS, RD, CNSC
Clinical Preceptor and Internship Coordinator
Email: Ldkauffm@usc.edu
Visit Us
Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
3715 McClintock Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90089
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What is Gerontology?
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Our students come from around the world and from many walks of life, and they’re all here for unique, important reasons.
Overview
Undergraduate Applicants
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PhD Applicants
Graduate Certificate Applicants
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences Applicants
International Applicants
Online Education
Resources
Request Information
How to Apply
Newly Admitted
Tuition and Financial Aid
Frequently Asked Questions
Office Hours
Academics
Academics
At the USC Leonard Davis School, you can earn an undergraduate gerontology degree, an accelerated five-year undergraduate or graduate degree program, a doctoral degree, or a minor in aging.
Undergraduate Programs
Human Development and Aging (BS)
Lifespan Health (BS)
Minor in Gerontology: Individuals, Societies, and Aging
Minor in Gerontology: Science, Health, and Aging
Minor in Geroscience
Master’s Programs
Aging Services Management (MA)
Applied Technology and Aging (MS)
Gerontology (MS)
Gerontology (MA)
Long Term Care Administration (MA)
Medical Gerontology (MA)
Senior Living Hospitality (MA)
Aging Biology (MS)
Specialized Master’s Programs
–
Master’s Programs in Nutrition
Foodservice Management and Dietetics (MA)
Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MS)
Lifespan, Nutrition and Dietetics (MS)
Nutritional Science (MS)
Additional Programs
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences
Professional Education
–
PhD Programs
PhD in Gerontology
PhD in Geroscience
Academic Resources
Academic Advisement
Career Development
Advisement FAQs
Online Education
Students
Students
Students of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology share a deep compassion, an inspiring enthusiasm and a vision of an improved quality of life for older adults.
Overview
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
PhD Students
Internships
MSNHL Supervised Practice
Research Opportunities
Academic Conduct
Student Life
Student Organizations
Study Abroad
Alumni Stories
Career Development
Finding Support
Student Resources
Resources Overview
Student Handbooks
Course Catalogue
Schedule of Classes
Academic Calendar
USC Student Affairs
USC Student Health Center
Faculty
Research
Research Overview
Institutes and Centers
Projects and Initiatives
Cores
Multidisciplinary Colloquium Series
Research Opportunities
Research Funding Awards
Research Events
News & Events
News
Event Calendar
Podcast
Publications
Resources for Journalists
Stay Connected
Social Media
Videos
Alumni
Stay Connected
USC FightOnline
Alumni Stories
Support the USC Leonard Davis School
Giving
Giving Overview
Why Give
How to Give
Giving Priorities
Join the Dean’s Circle
Contact the Development Office
More
Jobs at USC Leonard Davis
Faculty & Staff Portal
Vitality Magazine
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MSNHL Supervised Practice
Home
»
MSNHL Supervised Practice
Students are required to complete 1,000 hours of Supervised Practice (SP) experience to meet competencies established by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) in addition to coursework. Completion of SP hours and the award of a Master of Science degree prepares graduates for entry-level dietetics and provides students with “eligibility” to write the national registration examination of the Commission of Dietetics Registration (CDR), that grants the use of the nationally recognized credential, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
All students are required to attend a mandatory 2-day supervised practice orientation before they begin any internship. This is held during January of the first year on the Thursday and Friday before the start of the Spring semester.
MSNHL Program Information
Announcements
Priority Application Deadline for MSNHL Fall Start Date
January 15
On-Campus vs Online Learning
Students must enroll in one track only
Distance students must be 100 miles from USC
On-campus supervised practice is scheduled by the Internship Coordinators
Distance students will need to identify all supervised practice rotations and provide confirmation of supervised practice sites for the first year of the program, as a condition of program acceptance.
nearly 400
preceptors
across the country
300+
affiliation agreements
with sites across the country including Texas, New York, Hawaii and Florida
95%
of graduates
passed the CDR credentialing exam for dietitians within one year following first attempt
MSNHL Supervised Practice Sites
MSNHL students have been placed in the following facilities in previous semesters. Available sites may vary from year to year.
USC Hospitals-Keck, Norris Cancer Center, Verdugo Hills and Arcadia Hospital
Long Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities
USC Hospitality, USC Sports Nutrition, USC WorkWell Center, and USC Research Labs
USC Head Start, public and private schools, community colleges and non-profit organizations
Private practice, consulting RDNs, and disordered eating, substance abuse programs, and other specialized clinics
Rotation Schedule
Rotation
Possible Sites/Activities
Min/Max Hours Possible
Total Hours/Days (1000 Total Hours)
Professionalization
Professionalization Workshops, Online Self Study Modules, HIPAA and CITI IRB Modules, Policy, Leadership Development, Activities, Volunteer Work and Field Trips
60 hours
Minimum 60 hours
Retail Food Service
Core Site
120 hours
120 hours/15 days
In-Patient Food Service
Core Site
120 hours
120 hours/15 days
Community Nutrition
Core Site, Care Harbor or Health Fairs, Grocery Store Tours, Research (Community Population)
112 hours
112 hours/14 days
Nutrition Education
Core Site
40 hours
40 hours
Outpatient
Core Site
96 hours
96 hours/12 days
MNT I
Core Site
160 hours
160 hours/20 days
MNT II
Core Site, GROW Conference
160 hours + 40 hours of virtual MNT simulation or 200 hours (without 40 hours of MNT simulation)
160 hours /20 days + 40 hours of simulation or 200 hours/25 days
Specialty Concentration (Elective)
Selected with SP Coordinator, (Renal, Burns, Bariatric, Transplant, Research, Private Practice, Sports Nutrition, etc.)
96 hours
96 hours/12 days
Past Capstone Projects
The MSNHL Capstone Project serves as the program summative experience and is the culminating experience for all MSNHL Coordinated Program students. The purpose of this project is to enable students to demonstrate mastery of a nutrition topic area. Student research may be presented in a variety of forums, such as a presentation at a nutrition or related conference, or published in a peer-reviewed journal or newsletter. Before graduation, students present their research to their professors, preceptors, classmates, and families.
Learn more
Preceptor Information
All RD preceptors who participate in training our dietetic interns are eligible to receive up to 3 CPEUs per calendar year. A confirmation statement will be provided by the internship coordinator with the number of CPEUs to be awarded based on student contact hours. Learn how to signup to become a preceptor below.
Learn more
MSNHL Honors and Awards
Rochelle Lai, MS, RDN, MSNHL ‘19
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2019
Ranier Castillo, MS, RDN, MSNHL ‘20
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2020
Ahmicqui Bribiescas-Page, MS, RDN, MSNHL ’22
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2022
Lauren Sutherlin, MSNHL ’23
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2023
Kristine Wong, MSNHL ‘24
Outstanding Dietetic Student in a Coordinated Program, AND 2024
Meet the Administrative Team
Jeannie Wakamatsu, MPH, RDN
Program Manager and Internship Coordinator
Email: wakamats@usc.edu
Laura Kauffman, MS, RD, CNSC
Clinical Preceptor and Internship Coordinator
Email: Ldkauffm@usc.edu
Visit Us
Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
3715 McClintock Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90089
Privacy Notice
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Digital Accessibility
Contact Us
(213)740-5156
ldsgero@usc.edu
Support Us
How to Give
ABOUT
Our School
History
What is Gerontology?
Our Expertise
Faculty & Staff Portal
Contact Us
NEWS
Newsroom
Honors and Awards
Publications
Resources for Journalists
Aging is Happening Newsletter
PROGRAMS
Undergraduate Programs
Master’s Programs
Certificate Programs
PhD Programs
Professional Education
CONNECT
TikTok
Twitter / X
YouTube
Podcast
© 2026 USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology.
Close Menu
About
About Us
Our mission to promote healthy aging for all people, communities and societies is more vital than ever.
Our School
Overview
History
Leadership
Partnerships
Honors and Awards
Cultural Affairs
Board of Councilors
Our Field
Overview
What is Gerontology?
Gerontology Careers
Our Gerontology Expertise
Our Impact
Our Building
Overview
Andrus Gerontology Center
Sophie Davis Art Gallery
Facilities
School Resources
Administrative Staff
Gerontology Directory
Employee Resources
Faculty & Staff Portal
Jobs at USC Leonard Davis
Contact Us
Admission
Admission
Our students come from around the world and from many walks of life, and they’re all here for unique, important reasons.
Overview
Undergraduate Applicants
Master’s Applicants
PhD Applicants
Graduate Certificate Applicants
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences Applicants
International Applicants
Online Education
Resources
Request Information
How to Apply
Newly Admitted
Tuition and Financial Aid
Frequently Asked Questions
Office Hours
Academics
Academics
At the USC Leonard Davis School, you can earn an undergraduate gerontology degree, an accelerated five-year undergraduate or graduate degree program, a doctoral degree, or a minor in aging.
Undergraduate Programs
Human Development and Aging (BS)
Lifespan Health (BS)
Minor in Gerontology: Individuals, Societies, and Aging
Minor in Gerontology: Science, Health, and Aging
Minor in Geroscience
Master’s Programs
Aging Services Management (MA)
Applied Technology and Aging (MS)
Gerontology (MS)
Gerontology (MA)
Long Term Care Administration (MA)
Medical Gerontology (MA)
Senior Living Hospitality (MA)
Aging Biology (MS)
Specialized Master’s Programs
–
Master’s Programs in Nutrition
Foodservice Management and Dietetics (MA)
Nutrition, Healthspan and Longevity (MS)
Lifespan, Nutrition and Dietetics (MS)
Nutritional Science (MS)
Additional Programs
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology
Doctorate of Longevity Arts and Sciences
Professional Education
–
PhD Programs
PhD in Gerontology
PhD in Geroscience
Academic Resources
Academic Advisement
Career Development
Advisement FAQs
Online Education
Students
Students
Students of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology share a deep compassion, an inspiring enthusiasm and a vision of an improved quality of life for older adults.
Overview
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
PhD Students
Internships
MSNHL Supervised Practice
Research Opportunities
Academic Conduct
Student Life
Student Organizations
Study Abroad
Alumni Stories
Career Development
Finding Support
Student Resources
Resources Overview
Student Handbooks
Course Catalogue
Schedule of Classes
Academic Calendar
USC Student Affairs
USC Student Health Center
Faculty
Research
Research Overview
Institutes and Centers
Projects and Initiatives
Cores
Multidisciplinary Colloquium Series
Research Opportunities
Research Funding Awards
Research Events
News & Events
News
Event Calendar
Podcast
Publications
Resources for Journalists
Stay Connected
Social Media
Videos
Alumni
Stay Connected
USC FightOnline
Alumni Stories
Support the USC Leonard Davis School
Giving
Giving Overview
Why Give
How to Give
Giving Priorities
Join the Dean’s Circle
Contact the Development Office
More
Jobs at USC Leonard Davis
Faculty & Staff Portal
Vitality Magazine
youtube
rss
spotify
tiktok