Because clinical nutrition is who you are not just what you do.
The perfect opportunity to advance your credential has arrived:
CDR Advanced Practitioner Certification in Clinical Nutrition

The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is offering an advanced practitioner certification in clinical nutrition for registered dietitians with four or more years of clinical nutrition practice. Apply NOW for the November 2018 examination window!

Applications for November 2018 examination window are due September 28, 2018

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Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) or Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered (NDTR)

 

 

 
 

Who is a DTR? 

DTRs work in a variety of work settings and are often in flexible roles that navigate between food service and clinical nutrition care. Earning the DTR credential allows you to take the next step to advance your career in dietetics and nutrition. 

    
 
   

DTR Examination

After successfully completing eligibility requirements and being validated by CDR, individuals are eligible to take the registration examination for dietetic technicians.
 

Resources for DTRs and Employers

Find resources related to the maintenance and usage of the DTR credential.

    

*Please note the NDTR and DTR are two credential designation options for one certification program. Practitioners may choose to use one or the other. For more information, click here.