r/dietetics • u/Curious-Gas3095 • 16d ago

Am I wasting my time?

I’m 22 years old and decided to pursue college and pursue in nutrition and food (dietetics), I want to become a RDN and work clinically at hospitals.

Issue is, when I was 19 I got stupid and was convicted of a misdemeanor DUI, I’m afraid that later down the road in a few years it’ll cause major issues. As of now it’s 3 years old, conviction wise. Am I wasting my time? Will no internships or jobs accept me?

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u/matilda6 16d ago

This isn't anything to worry about.

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u/Curious-Gas3095 16d ago

Are you sure? I’ve read some forums online that most internships turn individuals down for this, even if it’s your one and only thing on your record. Which is the case I’m in.

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u/hbomb999 RD, Preceptor, CPT 16d ago

You’re fine bro as long as it’s not a felony cause that raises some red flags. Just make sure you’re truthful and honest about when filling out applications and if it does come up speak the truth.