Dietitians of Canada
Encyclopedia
Dietitians of Canada is the professional organization and "nation-wide voice of dietitians in Canada
". They claim to be the most trusted source of information on food and nutrition for Canadians. DC brings brings the knowledge and skills of its members together to inform
decisions that affect food, nutrition and health. As an organization DC is active at the local, provincial, national
and international levels and has 5000 members which meet their academic and experience standards. DC is the
accrediting body for all university and training programs that credential dietitians to practice in Canada.
There are approximately 3200 registered dietitians in Ontario whose knowledge and expertise support
people in health and illness to make healthy food choices. Dietitians' evidence-based education in food
and nutrition, as well as their many skills, position them to practice in widely diverse settings. You will find
dietitians working in community health centers, healthcare institutions, government at all levels, sports and
recreation facilities, private practice, public health, health related non-governmental organizations, food service and the food industry, academic and research settings.
The first step to becoming a dietitian
is a Bachelor's degree with major credits in Foods and Nutrition from a university offering a Dietitians of Canada accredited dietetic education program.
Step 2 is successful completion of a program of supervised practical experience accredited by Dietitians of Canada. These programs can take the form of post-degree internships, integrated/stage/co-ordinated undergraduate programs or Combined Masters Practicum programs.
The final step in becoming a Registered Dietitian (RD) is registration with the regulatory body (College or Association) in the province in which you intend to practice. Most provinces require successful completion of the Canadian Dietetic Registration Examination (CDRE) for applicants to gain registration status. Click here for the contact information for the regulatory body in your province.
Three provinces also have provincial call centres that are free of charge:
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
". They claim to be the most trusted source of information on food and nutrition for Canadians. DC brings brings the knowledge and skills of its members together to inform
decisions that affect food, nutrition and health. As an organization DC is active at the local, provincial, national
and international levels and has 5000 members which meet their academic and experience standards. DC is the
accrediting body for all university and training programs that credential dietitians to practice in Canada.
There are approximately 3200 registered dietitians in Ontario whose knowledge and expertise support
people in health and illness to make healthy food choices. Dietitians' evidence-based education in food
and nutrition, as well as their many skills, position them to practice in widely diverse settings. You will find
dietitians working in community health centers, healthcare institutions, government at all levels, sports and
recreation facilities, private practice, public health, health related non-governmental organizations, food service and the food industry, academic and research settings.
How to Become a Dietitian In Canada
Becoming a dietitian requires 3 steps: two preparatory phases - education and practicum experience - followed by registration with a provincial dietetic regulatory body in order to practice.- Accredited Undergraduate Programs
The first step to becoming a dietitian
Dietitian
Dietitians supervise the preparation and service of food, develop modified diets, participate in research, and educate individuals and groups on good nutritional habits. The goals of dietitians are to provide medical nutritional intervention, and to obtain, safely prepare, serve and advise on...
is a Bachelor's degree with major credits in Foods and Nutrition from a university offering a Dietitians of Canada accredited dietetic education program.
- Internships & Practicum Programs
Step 2 is successful completion of a program of supervised practical experience accredited by Dietitians of Canada. These programs can take the form of post-degree internships, integrated/stage/co-ordinated undergraduate programs or Combined Masters Practicum programs.
- Registration to Practice
The final step in becoming a Registered Dietitian (RD) is registration with the regulatory body (College or Association) in the province in which you intend to practice. Most provinces require successful completion of the Canadian Dietetic Registration Examination (CDRE) for applicants to gain registration status. Click here for the contact information for the regulatory body in your province.
Find a Dietitian
You can use the customized database on the Dietitians of Canada website to find a Registered Dietitian in your neighbourhood. Coverage and fees for dietitian services will vary depending on province and area of practice.Three provinces also have provincial call centres that are free of charge:
- In Ontario, call EatRight Ontario toll free 1-877-510-5102 Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). Evening hours are Tuesday and Thursday to 9:00 p.m. ET. You can also send an email and receive a personalized response from a dietitian within three business days. The website has articles, recipes, videos and a customizable menu planning tool.
- In British Columbia, call toll free 8-1-1, Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time (PT)
- In Manitoba, call toll free 1-877-830-2890 or 788-8248 in Winnipeg, Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Central Time (CT)