Under the new ACEND 2027 Standards effective January 2027, supervised practice programs will no longer be able to offer an Individualized Supervised Practice Pathway (ISPP) option or issue ISPP Verification Statements. We regret to inform you that our program is not accepting any applications at this time.

As a doctoral degree holder seeking to complete a supervised practice pathway, you have two primary options moving forward:

  • Apply to an Accredited DPD Program: You may apply directly to a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) to complete the required coursework.
  • Utilize ACEND’s Prior Assessed Learning (PAL) Services: To expedite the process, you can utilize ACEND’s PAL Services to evaluate your prior doctoral coursework and professional experience toward earning a DPD verification statement. We have been informed this service will be available starting January 

We encourage you to visit the ACEND website or contact ACEND directly to explore these pathways and identify the option that best aligns with your background.

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