Certified Nutrition Specialist®
I am a Certified Nutrition Specialist®, credentialed by the American Nutrition Association® through its Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists™
MISSION
"The BCNS mission is to advance human health through the science and practice of professional nutrition care."
BCNS has established qualifying pathways for Nutritionists, APRNs, DCs, DDSs, NDs, PAs, PharmDs, MDs, DOs, and other advanced-degreed health professionals who wish to demonstrate competence as advanced clinical nutrition professionals and/or obtain a potential pathway to state licensure for nutrition practice and Medical Nutrition Therapy. The Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) is formal recognition for nutrition professionals who have met rigorous and demanding eligibility requirements, including postgraduate education, subsequent supervised practice in professional nutrition and demonstration of a depth and breadth of knowledge appropriate for effective practice in the profession of nutrition.
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Accessed 07.29.2023: https://theana.org/certify/aboutBCNS
The CNS® program is accredited by the NCCA. NCCA accreditation distinguishes the CNS® for its robust and reliable process for development, implementation, maintenance, and governance of the certification.
CNS Credential
Link to CNS Scope of Practice