What is the difference between a Licensed Nutritionist and a Certified Clinical Nutritionist?

Answer 1

A nutritionist is a broad term that describes one who could have a degree in nutrition -- a 4-yr degree or a doctorate degree; and/or experience in nutrition; or someone who picked up a book, read it and declared him/herself to be a nutritionist, and anyone in between these two descriptions.

A registered dietitian is one who has met specific requirements that represent this title. S/he has at least a four-year degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a closely related field, has completed an internship and has passed an examination.

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Answer 2

A dietician has extensive schooling and must pass a comprehensive examination that is regulated by each state. On the other hand, any person can call themselves a nutritionist, and does not necessarily need any training.

Answer 3

A Licensed Nutritionist is a certified professional in the field of Food and Diet and is usually employed in institutions or academic fields. The Certified Clinical Nutritionist base4 their jobs on current scientific data on nutrition, and how they relate to the consumption of food. Their main ideal is biochemical individuality.

Answer 4

A registered dietitian (RD) has graduated from an accredited university and is proficient in the biological and chemical sciences. Also, he/she has completed and passed a dietetic internship as well as the RD exam. He/she pursues in further education, like a CPA would.