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Nutrition and Dietetic Educators and Preceptors

Nutrition and Dietetic Educators and Preceptors (NDEP) is a organizational unit consisting of over 1,350 educator and preceptor members.

NDEP's mission is to advocate for and empower educators and preceptors to lead the profession of nutrition and dietetics. As a result of its mission, the goals of NDEP are:

  • Recognize educators and preceptors as leaders of the profession
  • Support and advance nutrition and dietetic education programs
  • Support the purposes and goals of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

NDEP consists of over 1,350 educator and preceptor members with a decision-making body composed of 13 elected members and four appointed members known as the NDEP Council. NDEP represents the large group of educators and preceptors to ACEND, CDR, Council on Future Practice, Board of Directors and other entities within and outside of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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About NDEP

NDEP’s mission is to advocate for and empower educators and preceptors to lead the profession of nutrition and dietetics. NDEP’s vision is to optimize higher education for current and future professionals in nutrition and dietetics.
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NDEP Member Resources

NDEP member resources include newsletters, a discussion group and networking opportunities.
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Preceptor Resources

Find preceptor training documents, webinars and more provided by NDEP and accredited programs.
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Members of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics receive exciting benefits including complimentary continuing professional education opportunities, discounts on events and products in eatrightSTORE.org, invitations to exclusive members-only events and more!

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