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This is a simulation of the CDR Competency Plan Builder (2021) for dietetic interns .

There are 14 spheres related to the nutrition and dietetics profession. Within each
sphere, select competencies that match your interests and goals to build your plan.

At least one competency must be selected from the mandatory Ethics sphere
There is no maximum number of Spheres or Competencies that must be selected
You are not required to select a competency from each sphere (except for Ethics | Sphere 1)
You will not be required to meet every competency on your plan

Name:

WenXin Tang

Ethics | Sphere 1 (required)

Identifies with and adheres to the code of ethics for the profession.

Select at Least one Ethics competency for your plan.

1.1 Demonstrates and maintains competence in practice

1.2 Demonstrates integrity in personal and organizational behaviors and practices
1.3 Recognizes and manages situations with ethical implications
1.4 Respects client autonomy to make decisions about proposed services
1.5 Recognizes and maintains appropriate relationships and boundaries
1.6 Adheres to confidentiality and privacy legislation, standards, and policies
1.7 Applies cultural competence and consideration for social determinants of health to show
respect for individuals, groups, and populations.
1.8 Demonstrates sustainable practices that are socially responsible, efficient, effective and
environmentally friendly

Communications | Sphere 2

Communicates and collaborates with others to achieve common goals and enhance
relationships in the provision of nutrition and dietetics services.

Select your competencies:

2.1 Adapts communication methods and skills to meet the needs of audiences
2.2 Demonstrates effective communication skills
2.3 Collaborates with inter- and intra-professional team members to achieve common goals
and to optimize delivery of services
2.4 Employs strategies for and facilitates team building skills

Leadership and Advocacy | Sphere 3

Assumes leadership and advocacy responsibilities to promote and enhance nutrition and
dietetics services, and to guide change to impact political, social, and commercial
environments.

Select your competencies:

3.1 Demonstrates and applies leadership skills

3.2 Advocates for and participates in activities that support advancement of the profession
3.3 Advocates for nutrition and dietetics services and resources for clients and populations

Critical Thinking and Decision Making | Sphere 4

Employs critical reasoning and professional judgement in decision making and problem
solving relevant to RDN and NDTR scope of practice.

Select your competencies:

4.1 Demonstrates sound professional judgement and strategic thinking in practice

4.2 Exercises critical thinking when faced with opportunities and challenges

Informatics | Sphere 5

Use technology to retrieve, interpret, store and disseminate information in an accurate,

professional and ethical manner for the delivery of nutrition and dietetics services.

Select your competencies:

5.1 Proficiently uses electronic platforms, health information technology (HIT) and internet-
based platforms consistent with role and responsibilities
5.2 Utilize health information technology (HIT) according to organizational needs and
workplace policies and procedures.
5.3 Demonstrates ethical and professional behaviors when using technology

Research and Scholarship | Sphere 6

Integrates research methodology, evidence-informed practice, evaluation and quality

principles to maintain, improve and advance nutrition and dietetics practice and services

Select your competencies:

6.1 Participates in and leads research initiatives following ethical and scientifically sounds
research methodology
6.2 Collects and interprets research data to advance knowledge and practice, and to
enhance effectiveness of services
6.3 Disseminates research findings to support knowledge translation
6.4 Engages in scholarly activities through critical inquiry, continuous learning, application of
evidenced to practice, and support of research activities
6.5 Leads or supports activities related to the development or management of academic
programs
6.6 Designs and analyzes program curricula that align with program goals, objectives, and
competencies
6.7 Leads or assist with course design, development, implementation and evaluation of
learning activities
6.8 applies pedagogy principles and models to planning, implementation and evaluation of
learning outcomes

Quality Management | Sphere 7

Applies risk and management and safety principles for the protection of the public

Select your competencies:

7.1 Identifies, analyzes and manages risks, adverse events, and safety to self, staff, clients,
and public
7.2 Applies principles, standards, regulations and organizational policies to promote food
safety
7.3 Develops, implements, and adheres to infection prevention and control policies and
practices
7.4 Participates in and leads quality control and improvement activities to improve delivery of
services

Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics | Sphere 8

Uses current knowledge and skills to convey the specific application of food and nutrition
sciences and physical activity in the dietetics profession.

Select your competencies:

8.1 Interprets and applies current food and nutrition science in nutrition and dietetics practice
8.2 Applies current knowledge and skill in the management of a variety of diseases and
clinical conditions
8.3 Applies the required knowledge and skill for safe and effective sports nutrition and
dietetics practice and exercise training
8.4 Critically evaluates the safety and efficacy of integrative and functional medicine
approaches and interventions
8.5 Demonstrates and applies knowledge of culinary practices, taking into consideration the
needs and goals of clients/patients/populations

Education and Counseling | Sphere 9

Provides education and counseling to meet the learning needs of students and customers

Select your competencies:

9.1 Recognizes and applies learning theories and principles in practice

9.2 Establishes, develops, and implements program outlines and learning plans to meet the
needs of individuals, groups, communities and populations
9.3 Designs, selects and implements education strategies to meet the learning needs of
individuals, groups, communities, and populations
9.4 Provides nutrition and dietetic education to a variety of individuals, groups, and
populations
9.5 Evaluates the achieved learning and delivery methods when delivery education to
individuals, groups and populations
9.6 Applies behavior theories in nutrition counseling

Clinical Care | Sphere 10

Screening, Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, and Documentation

Select your competencies:

10.1 Conducts nutrition screening to identify individuals who require a nutrition assessment
10.2 Conducts a nutrition assessment to establish nutrition diagnoses, prescriptions, and
care plans
10.3 Establishes and implements evidenced-based nutrition interventions to address PES
statements and client/patient goals
10.4 Prescribes, recommends and administers nutrition-related pharmacotherapy to support
optimal patient/client outcomes according to standard of practice, legislation and
organizational policies
10.5 Monitors nutrition care plans to ensure individual health goals are achieved
10.6 Documents and maintains records according to the Standards of Practice for the RDN,
legislation, regulations, and organizational policies

Business, Industry and Product Development | Sphere 11

Applies nutrition expertise and ethical principles when developing, advertising, selling, and
marketing products and services

Select your competencies:

11.1 Leads or participates in the development of products and/pr services related to food,
nutrition, equipment and systems
11.2 Applies knowledge of evidenced-based literature and research to support the
marketing, advertising and sale of product and services
11.3 Incorporates key sales principles, ensuring integrity of self, employer and the nutrition
and dietetics profession
11.4 Develops advertising messages and materials in a professional and ethical manner

Community, Population and Global Health | Sphere 12

Provides nutrition and dietetics services to promote health and wellness, and to prevent
disease in communities and populations.

Select your competencies:

12.1 Advocates for health promotion and disease prevention in communities, in populations
and globally
12.2 Conducts a needs assessment to support the development and implementation of
nutrition and dietetics or health promotion programs, initiatives, or interventions
12.3 Designs and develops community and population health programs, interventions, or
initiatives to meet the needs of communities and/or populations
12.4 Identifies and prioritizes agricultural issues and takes action to ensure sustainable food
systems, prevention and wellness programs and initiatives

Foodservice Systems and Management | Sphere 13

Applies foodservice systems management principles in safe delivery of food and water

Select your competencies:

13.1 Analyzes, designs and monitors foodservice systems to optimize operations

13.2 Develops, implements and evaluates recipes and menus for food production in delivery
systems
13.3 Develops, manages, and demonstrates accountability for operational budgets in
foodservice systems
13.4 Engages in activities related to foodservice procurement, storage, production and
distribution

Organization Management | Sphere 14

Applies principles of food and nutrition management to support the organization's mission,
vision, and strategies to improve customer service

Select your competencies:

14.1 Employs principles of productivity to optimize safe, ethical, and efficient resource
utilization
14.2 Applies principles of financial management to support and achieve budgetary goals
14.3 Applies principles of project management to achieve goals and objectives
14.4 Coordinates human resource activities, adhering to labor agreements, organizational
polices and applicable legislation
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