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Become a Registered Dietitian

Educational and Professional Requirements

To become qualified as a registered dietitian the following requirements must be met:

1. Enroll in a CADE/ADA accredited didactic program in dietetics (DPD)
2. Complete the DPD program and obtain a bachelor's degree in dietetics with the verification statement
3. Apply to a CADE/ADA-accredited dietetic internship (DI)
4. Complete the DI program and receive the verification statement.
5. Apply for registration eligibility with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
6. Receive a passing score on the national registration examination for dietitians administered by CDR
7. Maintain R.D. credentials by completing continuing professional educational requirements.

Source: The American Dietetic Association. "Educational and Professional Requirements" Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of The American Dietetic Association (ADA).

DPD Courses Available at Meredith