Nutrition Experts in Washington State




A registered dietitian nutritionist (RD or RDN) is a food and nutrition expert who has met academic and professional requirements including:

Earned a bachelor's degree with course work approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Coursework typically includes food and nutrition sciences, foodservice systems management, business, economics, computer science, sociology, biochemistry, physiology, microbiology and chemistry.

  • Completed an accredited, supervised practice program at a health care facility, community agency or foodservice corporation.
  • Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
  • Completes continuing professional educational requirements to maintain registration.


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Washington State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

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Melissa Molloy, MS, RDN, CD (2023-24 Washington State President)