Which organization accredits the Diadactic Program in Dietetics (DPD)?

• A. ACEND
• B. ADA
• C. CDR
• D. FDA

Answer: (A)

Accreditation of dietetics education programs is handled by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, the accrediting arm of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. A Diadactic Program in Dietetics is designed to provide the required coursework for future dietitians, and ACEND sets the standards for curriculum, faculty qualifications, resources, and outcomes to ensure the program prepares students for supervised practice and eventual eligibility for the credentialing process.

For context, the American Dietetic Association (now the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) is a professional organization that supports practice and education but does not accredit programs. The Commission on Dietetic Registration is responsible for credentialing—granting the registered dietitian credential after passing the exam. The FDA is a federal agency overseeing food and drug safety and has no role in accrediting dietetics programs.