Dietitian vs. Nutritionist

Person: What are you studying in school?
Me: Dietetics
Person: What’s that?
I get asked this question all the time. There always seems to be confusion between a
registered dietitian and a nutritionist. So I want to clear the air between the two. 
Requirements of a Registered Dietitian:
Needs a bachelors degree from an accredited university 
Coursework includes anatomy and physiology, biology, microbiology, chemistry, organic chemistry,
biochemistry, medical nutrition therapy, etc. 
A masters degree will be required beginning 2024
Dietetic internship entail 1550+ hours of supervised practice
Rotations include: community, food service, clinical, business, and electives
National exam to receive credentials as an RDN
Licensure to work legally in the state of practice 
Must follow the professional code of ethics and continuing education the maintain credentials
and licensure
Requirements of a Nutritionist:
There are no requirements or qualifications. Anyone can refer to themselves as a nutritionist. 



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