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Professional Development Portfolio for Registered Dietitians, Exams of Nursing

Overview of the professional development portfolio (PDP) for registered dietitians (RDs) and dietetic technicians, registered (DTRs). Outlines key components, including work samples, reflective statements, and use of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' (AND) standards. Discusses the Commission on Dietetic Registration's role in the registration process, AND's code of ethics, and the evidence analysis library as a resource for evidence-based practice.

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NHM 214 Final
Professional Development Portfolio -
coherent set of materials, including work samples and reflective statements on these samples
compiled by a person to represent his or her practice as related to desired outcome. Required as part of
the continuing education program for dietitians. (PDP)
Academy of Nutrition Dietetics -
(AND) Worlds largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.
Registered Dietitian -
(RD)
Licensed Dietitian -
(LD) required in almost all states for those providing nutrition and dietetic services.
Dietetic Technician, Registered -
(DTR/NDTR) Nutrition and Dietetic Technician Registered. DTRs work under the supervision of a
registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) when in direct patient/client nutrition care in certain practice
areas, and they can also work independently in other areas.
Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics -
(ACEND) An accrediting agency for education programs preparing students to begin careers as
registered dietitian nutritionists or nutrition and dietetic technicians, registered.
Registration Examination -
(RD Exam) (DTR Exam)
Commission on Dietetics Registration -
(CDR) administers RD and DTR exam, credentialing arm of the academy, responsible for all
aspects of the registration process: standard setting for registration eligibility, examination development
and administration, credentialing, and recertification.
Position Papers -
A position paper is a critical analysis of current facts, data and research literature. (also see below)
Evidence Analysis Library -
(EAL) The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Evidence Analysis Library® is a synthesis of the
best, most relevant nutritional research on important dietetic practice questions housed within an
accessible, online, user-friendly library. An objective and transparent methodology is used to assess
food and nutrition-related science.
Standards of Practice -
(SOP) SOP and SOPP can be used by credentialed dietetics practitioners to assess their individual
performance needs. SOP can be used in nutrition care for RDNs and DTRs describes competent levels
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NHM 214 Final

Professional Development Portfolio - coherent set of materials, including work samples and reflective statements on these samples compiled by a person to represent his or her practice as related to desired outcome. Required as part of the continuing education program for dietitians. (PDP) Academy of Nutrition Dietetics - (AND) Worlds largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. Registered Dietitian - (RD) Licensed Dietitian - (LD) required in almost all states for those providing nutrition and dietetic services. Dietetic Technician, Registered - (DTR/NDTR) Nutrition and Dietetic Technician Registered. DTRs work under the supervision of a registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) when in direct patient/client nutrition care in certain practice areas, and they can also work independently in other areas. Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics - (ACEND) An accrediting agency for education programs preparing students to begin careers as registered dietitian nutritionists or nutrition and dietetic technicians, registered. Registration Examination - (RD Exam) (DTR Exam) Commission on Dietetics Registration - (CDR) administers RD and DTR exam, credentialing arm of the academy, responsible for all aspects of the registration process: standard setting for registration eligibility, examination development and administration, credentialing, and recertification. Position Papers - A position paper is a critical analysis of current facts, data and research literature. (also see below) Evidence Analysis Library - (EAL) The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Evidence Analysis Library® is a synthesis of the best, most relevant nutritional research on important dietetic practice questions housed within an accessible, online, user-friendly library. An objective and transparent methodology is used to assess food and nutrition-related science. Standards of Practice - (SOP) SOP and SOPP can be used by credentialed dietetics practitioners to assess their individual performance needs. SOP can be used in nutrition care for RDNs and DTRs describes competent levels

of practice related to direct patient care. Relate directly to patient care and are based on the four steps of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP): a. Nutrition Assessment b. Nutrition Diagnosis c. Nutrition Intervention d. Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation Standards of Professional Performance - (SOPP) SOP and SOPP can be used by credentialed dietetics practitioners to assess their individual performance needs. SOPPs represent 6 domains of professionalism: a. Provision of Services b. Application of Research c. Communication and Application of Knowledge d. Utilization and Management of Resources e. Quality in Practice f. Competency and Accountability Code of Ethics - Enforceable code that provides for public accountability by monitoring appropriate ethical performance by a dietetics practitioner and reflects the individuals responsibility for competence in practice. Dietetic Practice Group - (DPG): A Dietetic Practice Group (DPG) may develop recognized sub-units or groups of members within the DPG based on a practice area or issue of interest to the members of the DPG. Ex: Clinical Nutrition Management DPG, Diabetes Care Education DPG. Members Interest Group - : (MIG): Member Interest Groups are groups of Academy members who have a common interest. Unlike dietetic practice groups or affiliates, member interest groups focus on areas other than the practice of dietetics or geographic location. As divisions of the national organization, MIGs reflect the many characteristics of the Academy's membership and the public it serves. Ex: Fifty Plus in Nutrition and Dietetics, Jewish Members Interest Group Continuing Professional Education Units - (CPEU): To maintain registered status, dietetics professionals must document activities by creating a Professional Development Portfolio (PDP). During each 5 year period, RDs must achieve 75 CPEUs and DTRs must complete 50 CPEUs. Based on each individuals learning needs. Registered Dietitian - (RD). a trained nutrition professional who has met the strict educational and experiential standards set forth by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). What is scope of practice? - Scope of practice in nutrition and dietetics encompasses the range of roles, activities and regulations within which nutrition and dietetics practitioners perform.

Be able to apply the Code of Ethics to specific scenarios - a. READ OVER SCENARIOS ON BLACKBOARD. What are the "standard" types of disciplinary action when someone violates the Code of Ethics for the Profession of Dietetics - a. Censure b. Probation c. Suspension of Academy Membership d. Suspension of Registration e. Expulsion from membership, or revocation of registration status. What is a Board Certified Specialist? - Registered Dietitian that has met the prescribed criteria to become board certified in a specific specialty area of dietetic practice. Offered in 5 specialty areas: What are the different board certification "specialty areas"? - a. Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR) b. " " in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP) c. " " in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) d. " " in Gerontological Nutrition (CSG) e. " " in Oncology Nutrition (CSO) What are the different types of membership with the Academy? -

  • Active - This is the Academy's largest membership category. Active members can enjoy all the benefits the Academy has to offer, including career, professional and continuing education resources. The Academy's main, professional membership category encompasses: o RDNs, o NDTRs, o Individuals who have completed accredited dietetics education programs, and o Individuals with advanced degrees in an approved area of concentration.
  • Student - The Academy's membership category for pre-professionals enrolled in (or stating their intent to enroll in) an approved dietetics education program. Student category members enjoy reduced dues while gaining access to the vast majority of benefits Active members enjoy, including career resources and scholarships.
  • International - Individuals who have completed, or are completing, formal training in food, nutrition or dietetics received outside the United States may also qualify for membership with the Academy. The Academy's International category extends membership worldwide, providing networking for food and nutrition professionals and students in any area of practice, wherever they live.
  • Retired - Individuals who have retired from dietetics practice and are at least 62 years of age qualify for reduced dues so they may maintain their Academy membership to remain connected to their profession and colleagues. Retired category members enjoy all the privileges and benefits of the Active membership category while also qualifying for discounts on a variety of Academy products and services.
  • Associate - Practitioners in a wide variety of fields related to health care, food, culinary, school nutrition, sports and fitness may now join the Academy as an Associate. Associates have access to extensive benefits, including the Evidence Analysis Library, professional publications, What is the Evidence Analysis Library (EAL)? -

a synthesis of the best, most relevant nutritional research on important dietetic practice questions housed within an accessible, online, user-friendly library. An objective and transparent methodology is used to assess food and nutrition-related science. What does evidence-based practice mean? - The use of systematically reviewed scientific evidence in making food and nutrition practice decisions by integrating best available evidence with professional expertise and client values to improve outcomes. The Academy has developed a plethora of resources to help dietetics professionals make practice decisions based on the best available scientific evidence. To become a Registered Dietitian, a person has completed these 3 major things:____, ____, and _____.

  • a. Complete a bachelor's degree and receive a verification statement from an ACEND-accredited program (Didactic Program in Dietetics). b. Get matched to an ACEND-accredited supervised practice dietetic internship program (some dietetic internships are combined with a master's degree, which is optional*). For students who do not match to an internship, applying to an Individual Supervised Practice Pathway is an option. (Coordinated Program/ Dietetic Internship) Min 1200 hours of supervised practice. c. Pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration's dietetic registration exam. What are the major trends for the dietetic profession we examined in class? - a. Obesity b. Aging c. Healthy Menu Items-Restaurants/Retail d. School Nutrition Food Service e. Industry Wellness Programs f. Diversity in Workforce or Patients g. Food Product Innovations in Grocery h. Health Care Act i. Technology in Dietetics j. Genomics What is the Professional Development Portfolio and how will you use it when you become a RD? - a. The Professional Development Portfolio is a coherent set of materials, including work samples and reflective statements on these samples compiled by a person to represent his or her practice as related to desired outcome. Required as part of the continuing education program for dietitians. Will use when RD to keep track of CPEUs. To maintain registered status, dietetics professionals must document activities by creating a Professional Development Portfolio (PDP). During each 5 year period, RDs must achieve 75 CPEUs and DTRs must complete 50 CPEUs. Based on each individuals learning needs.