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For Our Students :: How to Become an RD...The Nutrition Expert |
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What is a Registered Dietitian?
The RD is a health care professional educated in nutrition and foods who is able to translate scientific information into appropriate food choices. Specified education and training prepare RDs to provide medical nutrition therapy when prescribed by a physician; they are also trained to provide nutrition counseling to promote optimal health. |
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Educational Requirements
of the RD
The RD has earned at least a bachelor's degree from a regionally
accredited college or university; the DTR (Dietetic Technician,
Registered) has earned at least an associate degree. Biochemistry,
physiology, microbiology, food science, psychology, nutrition, diet
therapy, food service management and computer sciences are among the
courses required to meet educational standards.
Practical supervised training in an accredited program is required. This experience teaches the application of scientific nutrition and dietetic principles to a variety of work settings.
The RD and DTR have passed their respective national competency examination and have completed ongoing continuing education requirements. |
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Interested in becoming
an RD?
Future
Dietetic Professionals, we
have many resources/opportunities for you to learn about our exciting,
challenging profession.
Download the 2006-2007 Dietetic Internships.
Download the 2006-2007 Didactic Programs in Dietetics.
Download the 2006-2007 Coordinated Programs in Dietetics.
One of the opportunities
for students is to serve as a mentee for a CDA Officer.
Contact
Pat Smith to learn more.
Learn about current dietetics
students through their university/collegiate Websites. These student nutrition
organizations with Websites invite you to visit their sites:
UC
Davis Student Nutrition Association
SDSU Student
Nutrition Organization
Cal
Poly Food Science Club and Nutrition Club |
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Several ways to contact an RD in your
area...
Visit the
American Dietetic Association's
Website for a referral.
Call the Nationwide Nutrition Network at
800.366.1655 or 900-CALL-AN-RD (900.225.5267).
Look in the telephone directory under
Dietitian or Nutritionist and check for the RD credential after the
name.
Contact the nutrition department in a health care facility such as a hospital, clinic, or community
agency.
Request a referral from your personal physician or health care provider. |
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