Accredited by

The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
for the American Dietetic Association (ADA).

 

 RD’s are uniquely positioned to be the primary information resource regarding the relationships among diet, health, and disease prevention. They are trained in the relationship between food and health throughout the life cycle and thus are able to communicate this relationship to other members of the health care team, educators, policy makers, and the public.

Learn more about RDs: Qualifications, Services Provided, Difference between an RD and Nutritionist.

As the nation's food and nutrition experts, registered dietitians are committed to improving the health of their patients and community.   

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• Registered Dietitians and Medical Nutrition Therapy Services  

 

A diabetes educator can be health care professionals from a variety of health disciplines, including registered dietitians, nurses or pharmacists.   Diabetes educators can earn additional credentials such as a CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator) that indicate expertise in diabetes. All health care providers need sufficient diabetes knowledge to provide safe, competent care to persons with or at risk for diabetes. According to the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE), mastery of the knowledge and skills is obtained through

• professional practice experience,
• continuing education,
• individual study, and
• mentorship

More about additional credentials such as a CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator).