Chapter 2 Outline

1. Chapter 2 Outline
II. The dietetics profession
A. What is dietetics?
1. Meaning of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics seal
2. Definitions of dietetics
B. What is a profession?
1. General definition of a profession
2. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’s definition of a profession
C. How is dietetics a profession?
1. Five main characteristics of dietetics that make it a profession
D. What is a registered dietitian?
1. Definition of dietitian
2. Titles used in the dietetics profession
3. The model for dietetic practice
E. Who are dietitians?
1. Demographic characteristics of dietitians and dietetic technicians
F. Where do dietitians work and what do they do?
1. Percentage of RDs and DTRs in various practice areas
2. Work settings for RDs and DTRs
G. What is the salary range for RDs and DTRs?
1. Factors that impact salary levels
2. Benefits offered to dietetic professionals
H. Specialty areas and new employment opportunities
I. What are some of the issues facing practice?
1. Job growth in health care continues to be strong
2. Healthcare industry issues: healthcare reform, cost containment
3. Positives: emphasis on disease prevention, aging population, growing public
interest in nutrition, and increased incidence of obesity and diabetes
4. Negatives include: lack of insurance coverage and outsourcing services
5. Areas of fastest growth in job opportunities
6. Lack of recognition from the public and misinformation
J. A brief introduction to the professional association
1. Standards of Professional Practice
2. Dietetic Practice Groups