Public Protection & Accountability

Anyone using the title “Dietitian” or “Registered Dietitian” in BC must be registered with the CDBC. Registration with the College ensures public protection. Dietitians in BC are accountable to the public and are required to provide safe, competent and ethical practice according to the CDBC Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. Dietitians also maintain high standards of practice by participating to the CDBC’s Quality Assurance Program. The CDBC ensures safe and competent dietetic practice through other quality assurance initiatives:

There is no legislation in place to ensure nutritionists are accountable to the public to provide safe, competent and ethical services.