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1 Commission on Dietetic Registration Learning Need Code and Practice Competencies Mapping Document for RDs and RDNs Sphere 1: Ethics and Professionalism Competencies and Performance Indicators RD or RDN 1.1 Identifies with and adheres to the code of ethics for the profession Accepts responsibility and accountability for actions and decisions related to customers Recognizes and manages conflicts of interest Understands the impact of values, and beliefs on practice Practices with honesty, integrity, transparency and fairness Recognizes and maintains appropriate relationships and boundaries Recognizes and manages situations with ethical implications Communicates professional title and credentials appropriately Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 7020 Conflict management 7100 Institution/regulatory policies 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 7090 Human resources mgt, labor relations 7020 Conflict management 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 1 of 73

2 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD or RDN Adheres to the Standards of Professional Performance for RDNs. 1.2 Works within personal and professional limitations and abilities Identifies and takes the appropriate steps to maintain and enhance competence Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice Identifies the knowledge and skills required to provide the service Refers customer to the appropriate professional and/or service provider when needs are beyond personal or professional scope of practice Seeks timely and appropriate advice and guidance to provide optimal service Client protocols, clinical guidelines 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice Identifies a need, and seeks additional resources when needed Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice Anticipates and manages potential outcomes of own actions or the actions of others Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 2 of 73

3 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD or RDN 1.3 Applies customer-centered principles in practice Applies strategies that engage the customer in a collaborative approach Recognizes the strengths and limitations of a customer Builds rapport and trust within the relationship while respecting boundaries Communicates the risks; benefits; disadvantages; alternatives; and cost of the proposed treatment plan, contract, and statement of terms or scope of work and confirms customer understanding Customer Focus 7050 Customer Focus 7050 Negotiation 7050 Customer Focus 7050 Negotiation 7050 Customer Focus 7040 Consultation 7050 Negotiation 7030 Contract management 7050 Customer Focus 7050 Negotiation Identifies and respects economic and socio-cultural factors when determining the goals and wants of the customer Develops and implements culturallyappropriate strategies when delivering service Recognizes the limits of his/her cultural knowledge, skill and abilities; asks for help when the need is beyond the personal sphere of competence Initiates collective efforts with others to implement resources to support culturally-diverse customers Cultural sensitivity 7140 Materials management 7050 Customer Focus 7050 Negotiation 4020 Community program development 7050 Customer Focus 1040 Cultural sensitivity 1040 Cultural sensitivity 7050 Customer Focus 1060 Foreign language, cultures 1040 Cultural sensitivity 7050 Customer Focus 7050 Negotiation RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 3 of 73

4 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD or RDN Recognizes and incorporates knowledge of cultural and/or religious foods, practices and preparation. 1.4 Adheres to confidentiality and privacy legislation, standards and policies Cultural sensitivity 7050 Customer Focus 7050 Customer Focus 7050 Negotiation 7100 Institution/regulatory policies Maintains confidentiality and security in the sharing, transmission, storage and management of personal health information Obtains consent for the collection, storage, use and disclosure of information Adheres to legislative requirements and facility/employer guidelines regarding protection of privacy and security of information Institution/regulatory policies 7110 Legal issues, malpractice 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7100 Institution/regulatory policies 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7110 Legal issues, malpractice 7100 Institution/regulatory policies 1080 Legislation, public policy Takes action to anticipate and minimize foreseeable risks to privacy and confidentiality Institution/regulatory policies 7110 Legislation, public policy Supports others in meeting their professional obligations to maintain confidentiality and privacy of personal information Institution/regulatory policies 7200 Team building RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 4 of 73

5 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD or RDN 1.5 Adheres to and models professional obligations defined in legislation, standards and organization policies Stays current of, complies with, and models national, state, and local legislation, policies and standards Legislation, public policy 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA Stays current of, complies with, and models organization policies and standards Legislation, public policy Reports unsafe, unethical or incompetent practice or behaviors Models a professional image as defined within organization policy and code of ethics Engage in national, state and district professional elections. 1.6 Responsibly applies the principles of financial stewardship and/or management Legal issues, malpractice 1080 Legislation, public policy 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 1080 Legislation, public policy 7080 Financial Management Considers the financial responsibility to the organization and the population served when making decisions or recommendations Prioritizes goals in order to effectively manage time and workload Cultural sensitivity 7180 Strategic Planning 7080 Strategic planning 1120 Time and stress management, life balance Ensures plans for projects meet budgetary requirements Financial management Takes into consideration the 7080 Financial management RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 5 of 73

6 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD or RDN economical status of the customer when making recommendations and ensuring optimal care Advocates for financial support for customers to sustain a nutrition and treatment plan Financial management RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 6 of 73

7 Sphere 2: Communication Competencies and Performance Indicators RD or RDN 2.1 Utilizes appropriate communication methods and skills to meet the needs of various audiences Assesses the communication needs of the individual, customer or population Identifies barriers to effective communication Tailors message to meet the needs of the target audience Uses a variety of media to deliver information Observes non-verbal cues and responds appropriately Evaluates the effectiveness of the communication Delivers information and opinions in a respectful and professional manner Delivers accurate and credible messaging Professional Skills 1020 Computer, electronic technology 1090 Media skills 1000 Professional Skills 1040 Cultural sensitivity 1040 Cultural sensitivity 1120 Time and stress management, life balance 1060 Foreign language, cultures 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 1040 Cultural sensitivity 1060 Foreign language, cultures 1090 Media skills 6050 Instructional materials development 1020 Computer, electronic technology 1100 Photography, video and graphic production 6000 Education, training, and counseling 6070 Interviewing and listening skills 6070 Interviewing and listening skills 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development,& evaluation 1040 Cultural sensitivity 1130 Verbal communication skills 1140 Written communication skills RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 7 of 73

8 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD or RDN Ensures written communications are timely, legible, accurate and professional in nature Applies applicable legislation and organization policies when communicating using all forms of media. 2.2 Collaborates with others to achieve common goals and to optimize delivery of services Identifies the need for and negotiates common ground with customers, interprofessional team members, and other stakeholders Considers and respects the opinions, creativity, values, beliefs and perspectives of others Identifies opportunities for shared benefit and/or vision Collaborates with others when the required skill is beyond his/her competence level Demonstrate conflict resolution and mediation skills. 2.3 Employs strategies and facilitates team building skills Applies the principles of collaboration and negotiation in team work Incorporates team members knowledge, expertise and personal skills into team processes Instructional materials development 1080 Legislation, public policy 1090 Media skills 7200 Team Building 7150 Negotiation 7200 Team Building 7020 Conflict Management 1040 Cultural sensitivity 7010 Business plan development 7040 Consultation 7020 Conflict Management 7200 Team Building 7040 Consultation 7200 Team Building 7150 Negotiation 7200 Team Building RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 8 of 73

9 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD or RDN Models behaviors that maximize group participation by consulting, listening and communicating clearly Promotes a friendly, cooperative environment that is conducive to employees sense of belonging Facilitates an understanding and appreciation of the differences among team members and how they each contribute to the team Consultation 6070 Interviewing and listening skills 7200 Team Building 6070 Interviewing and listening skills 7090 Human resources management, labor relations 1040 Cultural sensitivity 7200 Team Building 7150 Negotiation RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 9 of 73

10 Sphere 3: Leadership and Advocacy Competencies and Performance 3.1 Demonstrates and applies leadership skills Identifies strengths and opportunities for improvement in himself/herself and in others Fosters a culture in which diversity and cross-team collaboration is valued Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework 7090 Human resources management, labor relations 7040 Consultation 1040 Cultural sensitivity 1060 Foreign language, cultures Takes initiative to facilitate change Communicates clear performance expectations Seeks opportunities and actively engages in mentoring and mentorship Takes an active role in sharing information and knowledge Participates in the development of the strategic plan, mission and vision. 3.2 Advocates and challenges others to take action to advance the profession Advocates for, and participates in, activities that support advancement of the industry Human resources management, labor relations 6080 Training, coaching and mentoring 7090 Human resources management, labor relations 6080 Training, coaching and mentoring 7180 Strategic Planning 7010 Business Plan development 7070 Entrepreneurship 7200 Team building 7010 Business plan development 1120 Time and stress management, life balance 6080 Training, coaching, mentoring 7120 Marketing RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 10 of 73

11 Competencies and Performance Participates in professional and personal development activities for career growth and skill enhancement Pursues and embraces opportunities to advance practice Encourages others to engage in personal and professional development activities for career growth and skill enhancement Educates the employer and the public on the role of, and the benefits of receiving care from a RDN and DTR Communicates with policy makers to influence decisions that impact advancement of the profession Contributes to the development and revision of government policies. 3.3 Advocates for the customer and facilitates acquisition of services and resources Educates the customer on the availability of nutrition services Increases awareness of the importance of nutrition and needs of the customer, targets population and public welfare Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework 1110 Risk tasking 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework 6080 Training, coaching and mentoring 7010 Business plan development 4020 Community program development 1080 Legislation, public policy 1080 Legislation, public policy 4020 Community program development 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 7210 Sales, merchandising 4020 Community program development Collaborates with customers and others 4020 Community program development RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 11 of 73

12 Competencies and Performance to enable access to services Engages in active discussions with others to establish a method to best meet and serve the needs of the customer and the population Advocates for public welfare within the context of the organization and community Community program development 7150 Negotiation 4010 Community intervention, monitoring and evaluation 1080 Legislation, public policy RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 12 of 73

13 Sphere 4: Critical Thinking and Decision-Making Competencies and Performance 4.1 Demonstrates sound professional judgment and strategic thinking in practice Demonstrates effective problem solving and professional judgment to address a need Interprets and integrates evidencebased research and literature in decisionmaking Aligns work with organization policies, strategic plan and mission statement Business plan development 7160 Quality management 7150 Customer focus 7160 Quality management 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9060 Research development and design 9070 Research instruments and techniques 7160 Quality management 7100 Institution/regulatory policies 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice Demonstrates effective, appropriate and timely consultation with experts and others Recognizes situations where services provided to a customer should be adjusted, limited, modified or discontinued Time and stress management, life balance 1010 Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 7160 Quality management 5390 Care planning, documentation, and evaluation 3005 Nutrition Diagnosis 7190 Supervision, crisis management 7040 Consultation RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 13 of 73

14 Competencies and Performance 4.2 Reflects, integrates and evaluates using critical thinking when faced with problems, issues and challenges Identifies potential or real problem, issues or challenges Reflects on own values, beliefs and biases Emergency and disaster Management 7010 Business plan development 3010 Assessment methodology 5390 Care planning, documentation, and evaluation 5400 Case management 5410 Client protocols, clinical guidelines 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 1040 Cultural sensitivity Demonstrates insight into personal expertise and limitations Investigates alternative explanations for deficits and/or issues Considers alternative methods and provides justification for selected option(s) Analyzes and synthesizes information and identifies new information, patterns and findings Foreign language, cultures 1110 Risk taking 1120 Time and stress management, life balance 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 7160 Quality management 3010 Assessment methodology 7060 Emergency and disaster Management 5410 Client protocols, clinical guidelines 7020 Conflict management 9020 Evaluation and application of research RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 14 of 73

15 Competencies and Performance Integrates relevant information with previous learning, experience, professional knowledge, and current practice models Identifies and implements a plan to address the problem, issue or challenge Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan and identifies what to do differently next time Quality management 7150 Negotiation 7160 Quality management 7060 Emergency and disaster Management RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 15 of 73

16 Sphere 5: Informatics Competencies and Performance Indicators RN and RDN 5.1. Acquires knowledge of technology systems consistent with role and responsibilities Demonstrates proficient use of technical operating systems and software to communicate, disseminate information, collect, track, retrieve data, and create documents, spreadsheets and presentations Applies understanding of informatics terminology and input and output devices Seeks guidance from technology advisors or experts when requirements are beyond competence Demonstrates knowledge of system interfaces used in the delivery of services. 5.2 Utilizes technology according to organization needs and workplace policies and procedures Integrates technology platforms with other internal and external services (e.g., risk management, disease management, data tracking and reporting) Leads or participates on teams to design or develop criteria for the selection or implementation of software programs, applications or systems to advance work objectives Advocates, implements and monitors security and data protection practices Determines the workflow and resource needs for clinical information system 1020 Computer, electronic technology 1020 Computer, electronic technology 1020 Computer, electronic technology 7040 Consultation 6080 Training, coaching and mentoring 1020 Computer, electronic technology 6050 Instructional materials development 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7160 Quality management 7030 Contract management 7040 Consultation 7200 Team Building 7040 Consultation 7160 Quality management 7140 Materials management 7190 Supervision, crisis management RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 16 of 73

17 Competencies and Performance Indicators RN and RDN implementation, maintenance and upgrades Instructs or advises others on the use of clinical information systems, nutrition informatics tools and other technology topics Develops and implements policies and procedures consistent with privacy and confidentiality legislation and regulation Suggests, develops and/or implements innovative enhancements and new software platforms, applications, and technologies to meet the needs of the population, environment, profession, or customer. 5.3 Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior when using technology Complies with legislative requirements and organization policies for maintaining and storing personal health information Maintains technological security and confidentiality in the electronic sharing, transmission, storage and management of information Quality management 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7080 Financial management 7090 Human resources management, labor relations 7030 Contract management 7110 Legal issues, malpractice 6050 Instructional materials development 1140 Written communications skills, publishing 1080 Legislation, public policy 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 1070 Leadership Critical and strategic thinking 3090 Screening parameters, methodology, and surveillance 1020 Computer, electronic technology 1080 Legislation, public policy 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7110 Legal issues, malpractice 7190 Supervision, crisis management 7060 Emergency and disaster management RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 17 of 73

18 Competencies and Performance Indicators RN and RDN Monitors compliance with privacy and confidentiality legislation and organization policies related to informatics Takes appropriate action in response to unauthorized access, use and disclosure of information Demonstrates professional behaviors and professional boundaries when using social media platforms. 5.4 Demonstrates the ability to store and retrieve data using the International Dietetics and Nutrition Terminology (IDNT) and other standardized languages Complies with IDNT terminology when documenting customer information in electronic databases Uses standardized terminology to describe nutrition assessment data, nutrition diagnoses, nutrition interventions and nutrition monitoring and evaluation Queries databases composed of standardized terms to retrieve customer information for practice and process improvement and to monitor the effectiveness of interventions in individuals and populations Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7110 Legal issues, malpractice 7190 Supervision, crisis management 7060 Emergency and disaster management 1090 Media Skills 4100 Social marketing 1020 Computer, electronic technology 1020 Computer, electronic technology 1020 Computer, electronic technology 3010 Assessment methodology 3020 Assessment of target groups 1020 Computer, electronic technology RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 18 of 73

19 Sphere 6: Research, Evidence-Informed Practice, Quality Improvement Competencies and Performance Indicators RD and RDN 6.1 Leads, manages and/or participates in quality improvement and customer satisfaction activities to improve delivery of services Recognizes and identifies systems errors and risk reduction measures Formulates a clear understanding of the nature of problems or need for improvement to achieve desired outcome Establishes goals for improving quality of services provided Collects qualitative and quantitative data using mixed methodologies and interprets information Reviews reports to identify trends and improvements Develops and implements strategies, techniques, and tools for process improvement in consultation with others Quality management 7010 Business plan development 1110 Risk taking 7020 Conflict management 7160 Quality management 1110 Risk taking 7020 Conflict management 7160 Quality management 7200 Team building 7010 Business plan development 7160 Quality management 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 9020 Evaluation and application of research 7190 Supervision, crisis management 7010 Business plan development 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis Institution/regulatory policies and 7100 procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Jint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7010 Business plan development RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 19 of 73

20 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD and RDN Evaluates, documents and communicates quality improvement outcomes Monitors quality of own work and engages in continuing learning and professional development to enhance practice knowledge Interprets data to formulate judgments, conclusions and reports. 6.2 Demonstrates skills in researching, independent critical examination and in evaluating literature to influence practice Human resources management, labor relations 7040 Consultation 7160 Quality management Institution/regulatory policies and 7100 procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Jint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 7010 Business plan development 7160 Quality Management Career planning, Standards of Practice, 1010 Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 3010 Assessment methodology 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis Uses established benchmarking and best practices to inform practice Career planning, Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Practice 3010 Assessment methodology Demonstrates knowledge of research instruments and tools (i.e. surveys, interview tools) to support research initiatives Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 20 of 73

21 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD and RDN Interprets data to make recommendations and to inform decisions Disseminates research or performance improvement outcomes to advance knowledge, change practice and enhance effectiveness of services Applies research/evidence-based findings to improve practice, service delivery and health and nutrition of customers. 6.3 Participates in and leads research initiatives following ethical and professional research methodology Uses established benchmarking and best practices to inform practice Business plan development 7080 Financial management 9060 Research development and design 7150 Negotiation 7040 Consultation 9040 Proposal development, grant applications 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 9060 Research development and design 9070 Research instruments and techniques 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 9070 Research instruments and techniques 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 9070 Research instruments and techniques 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 21 of 73

22 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD and RDN Conceptualizes and formulates research hypotheses Obtains approval for research initiatives and follows established research code of ethics and policies Defines and establishes appropriate measurements and evaluations Identifies and designs appropriate research instruments or tools Using the scientific process, systematically investigates and searches for information from a wide variety of sources Research instruments and techniques 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9070 Research instruments and techniques 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 7160 Quality management 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9070 Research instruments and techniques 9030 Outcomes research, cost-benefit analysis 7160 Quality management 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9050 Publication, communications of research outcomes 7160 Quality management 9100 Data analysis 9020 Evaluation and application of research RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 22 of 73

23 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD and RDN Interprets data to make recommendations and to form realistic and valid conclusions Research instruments and techniques 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9010 Data analysis Interprets, analyzes, synthesizes and critically appraises research findings Data analysis 9020 Evaluation and application of research Disseminates research or performance improvement outcomes to advance knowledge, change practice and enhance effectiveness of services Research instruments and techniques Career planning, SOP, SOPP Quality management 1130 Verbal communication skills Defines appropriate measurements and evaluations for establishing benchmarking and best practices Quality management 9020 Evaluation and application of research 9070 Research instruments and techniques Applies research/evidence-based findings to improve practice, service delivery and health and nutrition of customers Career planning, SOP, SOPP 9020 Evaluation and application of research RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 23 of 73

24 Sphere 7: Safety and Risk Management Competencies and Performance 7.1 Identifies, analyzes and manages risk, adverse events, and safety to self, staff, customer, and public Advocates for, interprets and adheres to workplace safety legislation, regulations and organization policies Advocates for and maintains awareness of safety policies and procedures Investigates and analyzes work environment to identify safety and risks that expose self, staff, customers, public and organization to harm Takes action on identified risk to self, staff, customer, public, and organization Measures, analyzes and reports data to monitor adverse events, errors and accidents Coordinates the implementation of risk management strategies. 7.2 Applies principles, standards, regulations and organization policies to 7000 Business and management 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 1110 Risk taking 1080 Legislation, public policy 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 8020 Equipment management 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7140 Materials management 8030 Facilities layout, planning and design 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation Risk taking 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7060 Emergency and disaster management 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7160 Quality management 1110 Risk taking 7060 Emergency and disaster management 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 2020 Composition of foods, nutrient analysis RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 24 of 73

25 reduce the risk of foodborne and waterborne illness outbreaks Applies knowledge of biological, physical, or chemical properties that may cause food to be unsafe for human and animal consumption Develops and provides education and counselling on safe food-handling and sustainable practices to prevent and minimize contamination Communicates the role of sustainable food practices and food insecurities for populations Identifies and analyzes insecurities in food and water system Develops, implements and adheres to policies and procedures to optimize food and water safety Identifies and promotes sustainable, resilient, healthy food to staff, customers and public Food preservation, additives, irradiation 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 2080 Microbiology, food toxicology 8040 Food safety, HACCP, and sanitation 2030 Food preservation, additives, irradiation 6050 Instructional materials development 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6080 Training, coaching, mentoring 6050 Instructional materials development 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 8015 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 1130 Verbal communication skills 1140 Written communications skills 8018 Environmental, agricultural and technologic influences on food systems 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 8018 Environmental, agricultural and technologic influences on food systems 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 8018 Environmental, agricultural and technologic influences on food systems 8080 Food styling and food presentation 8090 Menu planning and development, nutrient analysis 8018 Environmental, agricultural and technologic influences on food systems RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 25 of 73

26 7.2.7 Identifies and implements risk management and environmental safety principles to enhance public safety and reduce risk to self, staff, customers, public and organization Develops and implements food safety and sanitation programs in compliance with state and federal regulations Develops and communicates awareness of disaster planning and food and water safety Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 8100 Food and recipe development and modification 1110 Risk taking 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 4010 Community intervention, monitoring and evaluation 8018 Environmental, agricultural and technologic influences on food systems 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 4020 Community program development 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7060 Emergency and disaster management 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation Collaborates with organizations and vendors to develop and implement safety specifications and procedures for the optimization of food and water safety,and to provide adequate food storage and supply Applies knowledge of hygienic food preparation practices, and causes of food poisoning in food preparation Food production, quantity purchasing 7060 Emergency and disaster management 7040 Consultation 7140 Materials management 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 8050 Food distribution and service 4040 Disease prevention 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 2030 Food preservation, additives, irradiation 8040 Food safety, HACCP, and sanitation RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 26 of 73

27 7.3 Integrates policies and adheres to infection prevention and control measures Institution/regulatory policies Recognizes the environmental implications of infectious diseases, compromised health conditions, and outbreaks and identifies and implements required preventive action for public safety Infectious diseases (disease/disorder) 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 4050 Epidemiology 4010 Community intervention, monitoring and evaluation Develops, implements and maintains policies and procedures to address infection prevention and control Increases awareness of infection prevention and control for self, staff, customer, public and organization Quality management 4010 Community intervention, monitoring and evaluation 5270 Infectious diseases (disease/disorder) 7060 Emergency and disaster management 5270 Infectious diseases (disease/disorder) 4040 Disease prevention 4010 Community intervention, monitoring and evaluation RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 27 of 73

28 Sphere 8: Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics and Physical Activity Competencies and Performance 8.1 Interprets and applies current food and nutrition science and principles in dietetics practice Interprets and applies evidence-based, comparative standards for determining nutritional needs Applies knowledge of food and nutrition, as well as biological, physical and social sciences when developing plan of care/interventions/menus, consulting with other professionals, and teaching and/or coaching on food preparation techniques Integrates knowledge of macronutrients and micro-nutrients for absorption, digestion, and metabolism throughout the life span in practice Demonstrates knowledge of nutrient requirements throughout the life span and their role in health promotion and disease management Applies medical nutrition therapy in disease prevention and management. 8.2 Recognizes and respects the physical, social, cultural, institutional and economic environments of the individual, group, community and population in practice Science of food and nutrition 3005 Nutrition diagnosis 1140 Evaluation and application of research 9020 Evaluation and application of research 6080 Training, coaching and mentoring 2020 Composition of foods, nutrient analysis 7040 Consultation 3005 Nutrition diagnosis 8090 Menu planning and development, nutrient analysis 5290 Metabolic disorders, inborn errors (disease/disorder) 5070 Pediatrics 5080 Adolescents 5090 Adults 5100 Elderly 4120 Life Cycle 2070 Macronutrients: carbohydrate, fat, protein, fiber, water 2090 Micronutrients: vitamins, minerals 2020 Composition of foods, nutrient analysis 2050 Genetics 4120 Life Cycle 4040 Disease prevention 3005 Nutrition diagnosis 5000 Medical Nutrition Therapy 4040 Disease prevention 3020 Assessment of target groups, populations 4030 Dietary guidelines, 4010 Community intervention, monitoring and evaluation 3005 Nutrition diagnosis 1040 Cultural sensitivity RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 28 of 73

29 Competencies and Performance Assesses the physical, social and cultural needs of the individual, group, community or population Cultural sensitivity 3090 Screening parameters, methodology, and surveillance 8015 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 3020 Assessment of target groups, populations 3010 Assessment methodology Applies knowledge of health determinants when planning, developing and implementing services, programs, meal plans and menus Implements individualized services to reflect customer-centered approach as it pertains to the customer s physical, social, cultural, institutional and economic environment Imparts knowledge of the importance of physical activity and applies behavior change principles to promote physical activity and decrease inactivity Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 8040 Food safety, HAACP and sanitation 8090 Menu planning and development, nutrient analysis 4010 Community intervention 4080 Government-funded food and nutrition programs 8010 Child and adult food programs 5400 Case management (nutritional care) 7130 Managed care 3005 Nutrition diagnosis 1040 Cultural sensitivity 6010 Behavior change theories, techniques 6030 Educational theories and techniques for adults 6040 Educational theories and techniques for children 7050 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 7100 Institution/regulatory policies 8015 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 6080 Training, coaching, mentoring 4010 Community intervention 8015 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 2110 Physiology, exercise physiology 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 2050 Genetics 4040 Disease prevention 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development & evaluation 6080 Training, coaching and mentoring RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 29 of 73

30 Competencies and Performance Keeps abreast of, advocates for, and integrates knowledge of national and local funding models that impact the population and services provided. 8.3 Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining and enhancing knowledge Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 4060 Exercise, fitness and sports nutrition 7100 Institution/regulatory policies and procedures, HCFA, OBRA, Joint Commission, NCQA, OSHA, USDA 7080 Financial management 4020 Community program development 4080 Government-funded food and nutrition programs 1000 Professional Skills Maintains the knowledge and skill to manage a variety of disease states and clinical conditions Implements a plan for continual professional improvement Takes action to address deficiencies to enhance practice Enhances knowledge to foster career advancement Keeps abreast of changes in practice and within practice environments that affect scope of practice 2050 Genetics 2060 Immunology 3050 Feeding, swallowing, dentition 4090 Health behaviors: smoking cessation, stress management 5100's all LNC in 5100's 5190 Diabetes mellitus (disease/disorder) 4110 vegetarianism 5150 Cancer (disease/disorder) 5110 Allergies, sensitivities (disease/disorder) 5120 Autoimmune diseases, arthritis, lupus (disease/disorder) 1010 Career planning 1010 Career planning 1010 Career planning 1010 Standards of Practice, Standards of Professional Performance, Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 30 of 73

31 Competencies and Performance Keeps abreast of current nutrition and dietetics knowledge and trends. 5100's all LNC in 5100's Integrates new knowledge and skills into practice Career planning 8.4 Demonstrates and applies knowledge of culinary practices and behavioral change principles, taking into consideration customer needs and demands Plans and designs nutritionally sound meals, menus and meal plans that meet customer needs and demand, and that promote health and disease management Develops and/or modifies recipes, menus and meals using sensory perceptions and other food components Uses a variety of cooking techniques, food preparation and production and delivery systems Considers customer's choice, beliefs, foods sensitivities, allergies, wants and needs Cultural sensitivity 6010 Behavior change theories, techniques 8015 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 6030 Educational theories and techniques for adults 6040 Educational theories and techniques for children 8015 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 2020 Composition of foods, nutrient analysis 8010 Child and adult food programs 8015 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 8060 Food safety, HACCP, and sanitation 8040 Food safety, HACCP, and sanitation 3005 Nutrition diagnosis 8090 Menu planning and development, nutrient analysis 8130 Sensory perception and evaluation of foods and ingredients 8100 Food and recipe development and modification 8080 Food styling and food preparation 8060 Culinary skills and techniques 8090 Menu planning and development, nutrient analysis 8015 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 8070 Food production, quantity purchasing 8060 Culinary skills and techniques 8050 Food distribution and service 8090 Menu planning and development, nutrient analysis 8060 Culinary skills and techniques 8015 Cultural/ethnic food and culinary practices 1050 Cultural sensitivity 5110 Allergies, sensitivities (disease/disorder) RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 31 of 73

32 Competencies and Performance Uses counseling techniques to promote behavior changes in food preparation Counseling, therapy and facilitation skills 8070 Food production, quantity purchasing RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 32 of 73

33 Sphere 9: Education and Counseling Competencies and Performance Indicators RD and RDN 9.1 Recognizes and applies education and learning theories and principles in practice Demonstrates and applies ageappropriate education principles Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6050 Instructional materials development 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6070 Interviewing and listening skills 6080 Training, coaching, and mentoring 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6050 Instructional materials development 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6070 Interviewing and listening skills Identifies and works to minimize and overcome barriers to learning Identifies and analyzes factors that influence change in behaviors Training, coaching, and mentoring 1130 Verbal communication skills, presentations 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6050 Instructional materials development 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6070 Interviewing and listening skills 6080 Training, coaching, and mentoring 6010 Behavior change theories, techniques Evaluates factors that influence the learning process and skill building Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 33 of 73

34 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD and RDN Assesses, evaluates and applies new educational theories. 9.2 Establishes, develops and implements program outlines and learning plans to meet the needs of various individuals, groups and populations Evaluates learning needs of the individual or target group Determines and takes into consideration the literacy level and readability needs of the individual, group and population Applies educational theories, and uses assessment results for planning process and development of, materials and teaching aids Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6050 Instructional materials development 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6070 Interviewing and listening skills 6080 Training, coaching, and mentoring 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6050 Instructional materials development 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 1040 Cultural sensitivity 1060 Foreign language, cultures 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6050 Instructional materials development 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 34 of 73

35 Competencies and Performance Indicators RD and RDN Collaborates with learner(s) and colleagues to formulate specific, measurable and attainable objectives and goals. 9.3 Designs, selects and implements education strategies that are theory-based and culturally sensitive in order to meet the learning needs of the individual, group, community and population Critiques and selects appropriate, current, evidence-based, practice-based reference materials to support the development of nutrition education resources Develops a variety of learning activities based on a plan of action and the needs of the individual, group, community and population Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6050 Instructional materials development 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6010 Behavior change theories, techniques 6060 Learning needs assessment, learning plan development, & evaluation 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 1040 Cultural sensitivity 1060 Foreign language, cultures 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6050 Instructional materials development 6030 Education theories and techniques for adults 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6040 Education theories and techniques for children and adolescents 6050 Instructional materials development Develops culturally sensitive, evidence Instructional materials development RD/RDN Mapping Document Page 35 of 73