Coordination of classroom and clinical experience.
Clinical experience, providing opportunity to apply concepts and theories presented in the classroom, is essential in the education of a dietetic practitioner--whether it be as assistant, technician, or professional. Coordination of theory and practice is needed to permit students to acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for competent practice. Accountable program planners and instructors are responsible for presenting curricula designed to provide such coordinated classroom and clinical experiences in a relevant, holistic approach to the education of future dietetic practitioners.
Coordination of classroom and clinical experience. Clinical experience, providing opportunity to apply concepts and theories presented in the classroom, is essential in the education of a dietetic practitioner--whether it be as assistant, technician, or professional. Coordination of theory and practice is needed to permit students to acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for competent practice. Accountable program planners and instructors are responsible for presenting curricula designed to provide such coordinated classroom and clinical experiences in a relevant, holistic approach to the education of future dietetic practitioners.