RDN Education and Credentialing 2

Question 1

Which organization administers the CDR credentialing examination for Registered Dietitian Nutritionists?

Accepted Answer

Commission on Dietetic Registration

Answer

The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) is the credentialing agency of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and administers the RDN exam.

Question 2

What is the minimum degree requirement to sit for the RDN credentialing exam starting January 1, 2024?

Accepted Answer

Master's degree

Answer

As of January 1, 2024, a minimum of a master's degree is required to sit for the RDN credentialing examination.

Question 3

ACEND stands for which accrediting body relevant to dietetics education?

Accepted Answer

Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics

Answer

ACEND — Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics — is the accrediting body for dietetic education programs.

Question 4

Which program replaced the Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) as part of the Future Education Model?

Accepted Answer

Future Education Model Academic Program

Answer

The Future Education Model Academic Program replaced the traditional DPD under ACEND's Future Education Model.

Question 5

How many hours of supervised practice are required to be eligible for the RDN examination?

Accepted Answer

1,200 hours

Answer

Candidates must complete at least 1,200 hours of supervised practice through an ACEND-accredited program to be eligible for the RDN exam.

(RDN) Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Practice Test