该程序始于1971年，是SUNY系统中唯一的此类程序。该计划将理论学习与监督实践相结合，因此，该计划为学生提供了ACEND为入门级营养师/营养师制定的学术和监督实践要求。该计划的毕业生将收到由DEP计划主任签名的验证声明。然后，毕业生有资格申请参加由营养注册委员会管理的注册考试。通过注册考试即可获得注册营养师（RD）的证书。或注册营养师营养师（RDN）。
The program began in 1971 and is the only coordinated program in the SUNY system. The program combines theoretical learning with 1,200 hours of supervised practice, therefore, the program provides students with the academic and supervised practice requirements established by ACEND for entry-level dietitians/nutritionists. Graduates of the program receive a verification statement signed by the DEP program director. Graduates are then eligible to apply to take the registration examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Passing the registration examination earns the credentials of registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).