The Saskatchewan College of Dietitians, formerly the Saskatchewan Dietitians Association, is the regulatory body for the almost 450 dietitians in Saskatchewan.
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What is a Dietitian?
A Registered Dietitian is a health professional who is an expert in food and nutrition and has extensive scientific knowledge in biochemistry, human physiology, lifestyle and health behaviours. Registered dietitians are the only regulated nutrition professionals in Saskatchewan and have a minimum of five years post secondary education.
Why choose an RD?
Dietitians look beyond fads/gimmicks to translate nutrition science into practical solutions.
Where do RD's work?
Dietitians work in many different settings with individuals, groups and communities.
About the Saskatchewan College of Dietitians
As a regulatory body, we protect the public interest by establishing the registration requirements and enforcing:
⇒ a continuing competency program
⇒ Standards of Practice
⇒ Code of Ethics
We also intervene in cases of unacceptable practice through a complaints investigation and discipline process
SCD is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of up to three public representatives appointed by the Lieutenant Governor and six Registered Dietitians appointed though an application profess. SCD is accountable to the Government of Saskatchewan, the public and the registered dietitians of Saskatchewan. SCD Board meetings are open to the public and an annual general meeting is held annually, typically in June.