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What is the CDBC?
The college of Dietitians of BC is dedicated to public protection.
We regulate and support Registered Dietitians for the enhancement of safe, ethical and competent nutrition services in diverse practice environments. The college is not an education institution and it does not provide dietitian services.
Public
Know if your dietetic practitioner is licensed
Know the difference between Dietitian and Nutritionist
Registered Dietitians
Renew between March 1 and March 31
Submit your annual CCP before March 31
Complete your criminal record check and jurisprudence examination every 5 years
New Applicants
Apply if you have completed a Canadian
approved education program
News and Notifications
Weight Stigma Q&A
The inherent association of this term with obesity is illustrated by the World Obesity Federation’s definition: “Weight stigma refers to the discriminatory acts and ideologies targeted towards individuals because of their weight and size. Weight stigma is a result of...
CDBC Adopts Indigenous Cultural Safety, Humility, and Anti-Racism Standard of Practice
Eagle flies up so high it looks down and sees all of humanity as one, cannot see our various nations or small differences, Eagle just sees us as one people. When we hold a feather, we remind ourselves of that perspective, and can speak with respect and honesty to each...
Contingency Planning for Private Practice
Consider the following scenario. You have a thriving private practice, with many different types of clients. Some clients are at higher nutrition risk and require frequent follow up. Something unforeseen occurs, requiring you to take time away from your practice or...