Board Certification as a Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition

The Commission on Dietetic Registration has developed a new certification in Gerontological Nutrition. Board Certification is granted in recognition of an applicant's documented practice experience and successful completion of an examination in the specialty area.

CDR, the credentialing agency for the American Dietetic Association (ADA) is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate among candidates on the basis of race, creed, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status.

General Candidate Information

Gerontological Nutrition Specialty Certification Timeline
Eligibility Application Instructions
Gerontological Examination Locations
New! 2007 Candidate Handbook

Note: The 2008 Candidate Handbook is the same as the 2007 Candidate Handbook except for the reference list. The updated reference list link is below.)

Confidentiality Statement

Exam Study Resources
Gerontological Nutrition Content Outline
Gerontological Nutrition Reference List
Gerontological Nutrition Dietitian Definition

Current CDR Specialist Information
Board Certified Specialist in Gerontological Nutrition List by State
CDR Specialty Online Directory
CDR Specialty Listserve
CDR Specialty Program Evaluation
Promotional Tool Kit - Board Certified Specialist