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Admissions for Dietetics (PMDip)

This program requires individuals to undertake practicums in hospitals and as a condition to undertaking those placements at the hospital, students are required to have received a number of vaccinations (including COVID-19) and vulnerable sector screening, etc.

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Achieve the Integrated Competencies for Dietetic Education and Practice via classroom and practicum courses offered through partnerships with  SickKids and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and Women's College Hospital.

To be considered for admission to Toronto Metropolitan University's Professional Master's Diploma in Dietetics, you must meet the minimum program requirements.

You must be eligible to study in Canada, have graduated from one of the following programs, within the past three years and have a minimum B average (3.0/4.33) in the last two years of study:

  1. an Accreditation Canada’s EQual program accredited Canadian undergraduate dietetics program (external link) ; OR
  2. a PDEP accredited Canadian undergraduate nutrition program (external link) ; OR
  3. an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited undergraduate program (external link) . 
  • If you completed your education outside of Canada please see Educated Internationally (external link) .
  • Strong oral and written communication skills are required for program entry and success.
  • If you graduated from an accredited Canadian undergraduate program or ACEND accredited program more than three years ago (from convocation date to application deadline), you must contact the College of Dietitians of Ontario to complete the Knowledge and Competence Assessment Tool (external link)  (KCAT). An applicant is deemed to have academic currency if they have an accredited undergraduate degree in nutrition and obtained a Level I result.

 We have implemented a holistic review process allowing applicants to submit an application if they have experienced past inequities that have negatively impacted their academic performance. Accordingly, we will consider your application if you do not meet our minimum grade requirement.

 Please note that this program is open to qualified applicants who wish to become registered dietitians. It is not open to individuals who are or have been dietitians in Canada.

At Toronto Met, all graduate applications are submitted online. Visit Apply online to learn more about:

  • Submitting your application through OUAC
  • Uploading your documents
  • Monitoring your application

1) Statement of interest Your  statement should be well composed, clear and concise and include:

  • Your reasons for applying to the PMDip Dietetics program and why you selected this partner hospital
  • How your values align with the partner hospital’s values, how your previous studies and experiences have prepared you for this program, and specifically how it has prepared you for the partner hospital
  • Your career objectives and how the opportunities within the PMDip Dietetics program and the partner organization will advance them

Format:

  • Business letter format
  • Addressed to the Partner Hospital Practicum Coordinator (see contact information under “Program inquiries”)
  • Maximum 1 page in length, single spaced, 1 inch margins
  • Minimum 11 point font 

Note for members of equity-seeking groups: 

Toronto Metropolitan University's School of Nutrition, Masters of Nutrition Communication strives to ensure equity, diversity and inclusion in the student body and the profession of dietetics, and aims to respond to community needs. The graduate admission committee provides opportunity for consideration to those applicants who wish to have their application reviewed in this light.

If you wish to be considered a member of an equity seeking group (Black, Indigenous, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community) please state, “I wish to be considered a member of an equity seeking group” at the beginning of your Statement of Interest Letter. Applicants may provide details regarding experiences that should be viewed within the lens of equity, diversity, and inclusion in their statement of interest.

2) A current resume (maximum 2 pages)  Please include details about responsibilities and skills relevant to dietetics (e.g., transferable skills such as leadership, education, customer service). When highlighting your experiences describe how they have prepared you for success in the PMDip program. Include the number of hours for all volunteer and work experiences.  Also highlight relevant certificates, memberships, research activities, awards, and extracurricular activities.

3) Three letters of recommendation Students will provide contact information for each referee during the online application process. It is crucial that you enter accurate contact information for each referee. The Graduate Admissions office will contact your referees directly after you complete your online application. Referees will submit their reference letters directly to the admission office.

Please include at least one academic reference. Select referees who can speak to your experience and readiness for the PMDip program. This may include instructors, managers, supervisors, dietitians, academics, or other professional contacts. Referees should not be personal contacts (e.g., relatives or friends).

4) Transcripts for all relevant post-secondary education If you are currently a student, upload your unofficial transcripts after your fall grades are posted. Official transcripts showing degree completion will be requested if you accept an offer of admission.

5) Proof of English language proficiency For those whose previous language of instruction was not English.

6) Confirmation of completion form Completed by staff of the accredited undergraduate program you attended which verifies your eligibility to apply for a PDEP accredited graduate program.

Complete your online application by 11 p.m. on November 30, 2023 and upload all required documents to the TMU Applicant Upload portal by 11 p.m. on January 10, 2024 to be guaranteed consideration for fall 2023 admission. Applications for the PMDip Dietetics program which are completed after this date will not be reviewed for fall 2024 admission.

Please note: The document upload portal will not be monitored during Toronto Metropolitan University’s mid-year break from December 24, 2023 to January 5, 2024 inclusive. Applicants will be able to upload application documents and check their "To do" list in the portal. However, if there are any issues there is no support. Any emails sent during the break will be erased and emails will need to be re-sent when the office opens on Jan. 8.

The Partner Hospitals indicated on your partner selection forms will invite selected applicants to an admissions interview in early February. We will notify interviewed applicants of admissions decisions in early March, and will notify all other applicants of an admissions decision on a rolling basis.

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