How many membership types are described by the Academy?

• A. 3
• B. 4
• C. 5
• D. 6

Answer: (C)

Think about why a professional group would separate members into different groups. The Academy describes five distinct membership types to fit different roles and stages in a nutrition career. Active members are those who practice in the field with the credential and participate fully in the organization. Student members are individuals currently enrolled in an approved dietetics program. Associate members include people in nutrition-related roles who don’t meet active status. Affiliate members are professionals in related fields who support the work of nutrition but aren’t in the core dietetics track. Life members are members who have attained life status, often with a special dues arrangement. Because there are five separate categories, five is the correct count. If you see options like three or four, they miss one or more categories; six would add an extra type not described by the Academy.