What titles and signatures are appropriate for the licensed dietitian?
A. The Ohio Board of Dietetics makes the following recommendations to ensure compliance with Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4759:Licensed dietitians may use the title “licensed dietitian”, “dietitian”, or “nutritionist,”or “L.D.”. If the licensed dietitian is also a registered dietitian, the letters “L.D.,R.D.” may be used. Students– Students enrolled in an A.D.A. approved baccalaureate, associate, or Coordinated Program in Dietetics (C.P.D.) may use the title “student dietitian” or “student dietetic technician”.Persons in Pre-professional experiences:Dietetic Intern — may use title “dietetic intern”. Dietetic Technician — may use “student dietetic technician”.Dietetic Technicians meeting the exemption and working under the supervision of the licensed dietitian may use D.T. or D.T.R. if registered.Baccalaureate Graduates (meeting the exemption and working under the supervision of the licensed dietitian) may not use “dietitian” as a part of their job title. Nutrition Associate or Nutrit
