About

In the public interest, the Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists (NSCDN) regulates dietitians and nutritionists to practice in a safe, ethical and competent manner. NSCDN ensures Nova Scotians receive safe, competent and ethical dietetic services. We also uphold the standards of dietetic practice.

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 we protect include:

  • Dietitian
  • Registered Dietitian
  • Nutritionist
  • Professional Dietitian
  • Professional Nutritionist
  • RD 
  • PDt
  • RDN