Leadership Concentration
"A good leader inspires people
to have confidence in the leader,
a great leader inspires people
to have confidence in themselves.”
- Eleanor Roosevelt
Surveys taken with both dietetics professionals and those hiring dietetics professionals reveal that one of the many skills that will be needed by dietitians in future practice is leadership. With the increased interest in nutrition and health, the focus on childhood obesity, and the changing demographics of the population, there are almost unlimited opportunities for our profession. Those who take on leadership roles, inspire others, market themselves and their skills, and network with other professions will be the most successful. For all of these reasons, the Sodexo Distance Education Dietetic Internship is excited to introduce the new Leadership Concentration.
The Leadership Concentration is a good fit for those interested in developing their leadership skills and preparing for leadership positions in the future. It is a natural choice for this internship because of the self-directed nature of the program and the involvement of the interns in the planning and execution of their individualized learning experiences. The concentration includes:
--The opportunity to learn and practice leadership skills during clinical and management staff relief rotations
--Management of various projects including needs assessments, development, implementation, and evaluation
--Development of facilitation skills with peers and interdisciplinary teams
--The opportunity to Learn and practice strategic planning and organizational change
--Participation in planning internship experiences, development of marketing and negotiation skills
--Classes and learning activities related to the basic principles of leadership with self-assessment, observation and reflection, and practical application.