To retain registered dietitian status, continuing education activities are required.
Registered dietitians are qualified to perform nutrition screening, assessment, and treatment.
Dietetic technicians, registered, have completed a minimum of an associate degree in dietetics or a related area at a regionally accredited US college or university, completed a supervised clinical experience, and passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. A dietetic technician, registered, must fulfill continuing education activities. Dietetic technicians, registered, are qualified to perform nutrition screening and other nutrition services under the direction of a registered dietitian. Providers of medical nutrition therapy.