Distance Education
MCH dietetic interns are required to have access to a computer running on an up-to-date Windows or Mac operating system that is connected to reliable high-speed Internet. This computer must also be equipped with a working webcam and microphone if it is not built into your laptop. Interns should also have a backup plan for accessing a secondary computer should any technical problem arise. After successful completion of the HR onboarding process which includes a criminal background check, the intern will receive a Medical City intern badge and a 3-4 ID which serves as a method of continuously verifying the intern’s identity when accessing information.
Software Requirements
-Microsoft Office 365 Suite – Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Hardware Requirements
-Desktop and Laptop
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Minimum i5 Quad Core Processor
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Minimum 8GB RAM (Memory)
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Minimum 250GB Hard Drive
Essential Skills
In addition to these technology requirements, interns/students must also possess certain essential skills:
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Understanding of basic computer hardware and software with the ability to perform computer operations, such as:
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Using keyboard and mouse
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Managing files and folders: save, name, copy, move, backup, rename, delete, check properties
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Software installation, security, and virus protection
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Using software applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, email
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Knowledge of copying and pasting, spell-checking, and saving files in different formats
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Uploading and downloading attachments
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Internet skills (connecting, accessing sites, using browsers)
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Ability to use online communication tools, such as email (create, send, receive, reply, print, send/receive attachments)
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Perform online research using various search engines and databases, such as PubMed
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Create online accounts
Additional Questions
For additional questions regarding distance education requirements, please contact the dietetic internship program director.