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What education do dietitians and nutritionists need for entry-level positions?
A bachelor's degree in:
dietetics
foods and nutrition
food service systems management.
plus supervised clinical experience
What degree is needed for dietitians and nutritionists to be eligible for registration?
A master’s degree
How much of dietitians and nutritionists hold a master’s degree?
One half
Who certifies dietitians?
Commission on Dietic Registration of the Academy of nutrition and dietetics
What does RDN stand for?
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
What do RDNs advise people on?
advise people on what to eat to lead a healthy lifestyle or achieve a specific health-related goal
What are the major areas of specialization for RDNs?
Clinical
management
community
business and industry
consultant dietetics
What may RDNs work as in academia?
educators
researchers
What do Clinical Dietitian Nutritionists do?
provide nutrition services for patients in:
hospitals
long-term care facilities
outpatient clinics
in the office of physicians and other healthcare practitioners
What do Consultant Dietitian Nutritionists do?
work under contract with healthcare facilities or in their own private practices
May consult with food service managers to provide expertise in food sanitation and safety, and budgeting
What do Community dietitian nutritionists do?
counsel individuals and groups on sound nutrition practices to prevent disease and to promote good health
What do Business Dietitian Nutritionists do?
work as a professional resource for corporations in product development, food styling, menu design, and nutrient analysis
What do Management Dietitian Nutritionists do?
responsible for large-scale food services in a variety of settings:
hospital
long-term care
company cafeterias
prisons
elementary and secondary schools
colleges and universities
What do Research Dietitian Nutritionists do?
Are employed in academic medical centers or universities and federal nutrition programs
May examine changes in the way the body uses food and nutrients over the course of a lifetime, for example, or the interaction of medications and diet
How many hours a week do most RDNs work?
40 hours per week
In 2019, what three settings were more than half of all jobs for RDNs in?
Hospitals
Ambulatory Care
Long-term Care Facilities
Where did the most RDNs work in 2019?
Clinical Nutrition, hospital inpatient
Out of 52 states and jurisdictions with laws governing dietetics, how many do not require certification or licensure?
Four
How is the RDN status maintained?
at least 75 credit hours of CDR-approved continuing education must be obtained every five years
What is another route to certification for Dietitians and nutritionists?
Through the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists (BCNS)
What certification does the BCNS offer?
Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS)
What are the eligibility requirements for the CNS title?
a graduate degree
supervised clinical experience
successfully completing a certification examination
What will job growth for RDNs result from?
an increasing emphasis on disease prevention because of the high incidence of obesity and diseases that accompany obesity
RDNs working in what specialty earned the highest salary?
Education and Research
Where are most jobs for Dietetic Technicians?
Hospitals and long-term care
What degree does the nutrition and dietetic technician, registered (NDTR) need?
An associates degree in an institution sponsoring a program accredited by ACEND of AND
What state requires licensure for NDTRs?
Maine
NDTRs with experience in _________ ________ will enjoy the best job opportunities.
Foodservice management
When does an NDTR work under the supervision of an RDN?
when conducting medical nutrition therapy as a part of nutrition care planning
Where are some job opportunities for NDTRs?
Hospitals
Day Care Centers
Restaurants
Health Clubs
What was the most common position for NDTRs?
Dietetic Technician, Clinical
How many hours of supervised practice do NDTRs need to complete?
450 hours
What does California require NDTRs to do when providing medical nutrition therapy?
Work under the supervision of an RDN
Do NDTRs have the same certification process and maintainment of the certification process as RDNs?
Yes
What is another certification option for NDTRs who work in school lunch and child care programs?
become certified as a school nutrition specialist (SNS) through the School Nutrition Association
What are the requirements to become an SNS?
an associate’s degree
one year of work experience in the area of school or child care nutrition programs
successfully completing the qualifying exam
What are three reasons employment of NDTRs will grow?
Increased emphasis on disease prevention
Growing and aging population
public interest in nutrition
Where do a majority of Certified Dietary Managers (CDMs) primarily work?
Long-term care facilities
hospitals
The CDM works in consultation with an RDN in tasks related to what?
Clinical Dietetics
Food Preparation
service
Where may a CDM work?
Hospitals
nursing homes
schools
correctional facilities
the military
What do CDMs do?
Develop appropriate dietary plans in consultation with the RDN and in compliance with physician’s orders
What did the September 28, 2019 ruling by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services require facilities to do?
Facilities must employ a qualified director of food and nutrition services (a person with CDM certification)
What is one pathway to become eligible to sit for the certification exam for CDM?
Spend two semesters taking courses in:
foodservice management
human resource management
etc.
have 150 hours of field experience in dietary management
What may some educational programs offer to sit for the CDM exam?
may offer a fast track to certification for graduates with an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in:
foodservice management
nutrition
culinary arts
hotel-restaurant management
Current and former members of the U.S military who have graduated from an approved military dietary manager training program are eligible for what?
CDM examination
Are CDMs required to be licensed?
No
True or False: NDTRs and CDMs may compete for the same positions.
True
Managers with what credentials earned more than managers without said credentials?
CDM credentials
CDMS with what degrees earned the highest salaries?
Bachelors
Masters
CDMS employed in what settings earned higher salaries?
Hospitals
continuing care communities