Commission on Dietetic Registration

Part I: Qualifications

  • Registered Dietitian or Dietetic Technician, Registered.
  • Experience in professional activities and demonstrated leadership through national and affiliate and/or district involvement.
  • Experience with other related organizations is preferred.
  • Member of the American Dietetic Association preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities and knowledge of credentialing requirements of the profession. Experience in standard setting and fiscal management; strategic orientation.
  • One (1) member of the Commission must be a Dietetic Technician, Registered.
  • One (1) member of the Commission must be a Board Certified Specialist in Dietetics.
Part II: Requirements
  • Members of the Commission on Dietetic Registration serve a three (3) year term. The Commission will select the chair.
  • Time. The time requirement for members of the Commission on Dietetic Registration is approximately twenty (20) days each year for meetings and travel. Time is also required for conference calls, correspondence, planning, writing reports and assignments within CDR panels and subcommittees. Employer support in advance is encouraged.

Part III: Recommended Skill Sets

  • Knowledgeable about accreditation/credentialing requirements.
  • Demonstrates organizational and management skills.
  • Differentiates between association and professional issues.
  • Results-oriented.
  • Builds a network of relationships and resources.
  • Encourages and promotes diversity.
  • Expertise in practice area.

Part IV: Functions

  • Act and advocate in all appropriate ways before the public, the profession, educational entities and all levels of government to encourage and achieve the highest standards in the practice of dietetics.
  • Establish and evaluate standards, policies and procedures for the certification program, including eligibility, reinstatement, examination and recertification.
  • Establish fees and provide for responsible fiscal planning and control for the administration of the certification program.
  • Establish policies and guidelines for appeals.
  • Appoints committees and consultants to assist the Commission in meeting its program of work, goals and objectives.
  • Establish, administer, and enforce the code of ethics for credentialed practitioners.
  • Contract with state licensure boards and other entities for certification collaboration.
  • Works with other Commission members to learn role and responsibilities of office and ensure continuity.
  • Commitment to team decision-making and accomplishment of the Commission's strategic and operating plans.
  • Objectivity in advising, counseling and working with the Commission; skills in consensus building.
  • Encourages and promotes diversity.

Reviewed July 2007

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