About
Under the Dietitians Act, the College regulates dietitians and nutritionists practising in Nova Scotia to serve the public interest. It sets standards for training, licensing, and professional conduct, addresses complaints, and promotes the ongoing competence of dietitians and nutritionists for the benefit of Nova Scotians.
The Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Reconciliation and Accessibility (EDIRA) position statement holds the College and its registrants accountable to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, reconciliation, and accessibility.
Mission
In the public interest, NSCDN regulates dietitians and nutritionists to practice in a safe, ethical and competent manner.
Vision
Trust and excellence in regulation and practice.
As the only regulatory body for dietitians and nutritionist in Nova Scotia, any professional who is not licensed is not a dietitian and therefore the service they provide is not regulated. Titles protected include:
- Dietitian
- Registered Dietitian
- Nutritionist
- Professional Dietitian
- Professional Nutritionist
- RD
- PDt
- RDN
