Registration Eligibility General Information?

DTRE Misuse:

Please refrain from using DTRE or DTR Eligible.

Over the years, CDR has stated in newsletters; CADE Newsletter, Student Scoop, and the ADA Times; that DTRE is not a credential and should not be used. For the past several years students completing their supervised practice program must sign a DTRE Misuse form for their program director regarding this fabricated credential. In addition, each student is provided with a copy of the misuse document to retain in their file. Anyone can file a complaint with CDR on an individual using DTRE, DTR Eligible, Dietetic Technician, Registered Eligible or DTR if they are not registered as an DTR with CDR. This would include ‘DTR’ in their e-mail address prior to passing the exam for dietitians.
DTRE is the acronym for DTR Eligible or Dietetic Technician, Registered Eligible.

What does the term registration eligible mean?

The term registration eligible is used by the Commission on Dietetic Registration to identify individuals who have met the didactic and supervised practice requirements to write the registration examination. The Commission will verify upon request that an individual has met registration eligibility requirements and the eligibility date. The term DTRE is not a professional designation/credential.

Does the Commission recognize the professional designation DTRE?

No. The term is not a professional designation/credential. The Commission has noted with concern an increase in the use of the term DTRE to designate registration eligibility. Both employers and the public find the use of the term confusing.
We ask that you please discontinue the use of the term DTRE or DTR Eligible and replace it with registration eligible. Thank you so much in advance for your assistance regarding this issue.