Certification in Nutrition Support

Ready to achieve a new level of professional growth and recognition? Consider becoming certified in nutrition support. Nutrition Support Certification is the process which validates, based upon predetermined standards, an individual’s qualifications and level of knowledge to practice in nutrition support. Becoming certified may offer you opportunities to gain recognition from colleagues and patients, job opportunities, or even increased privileges or promotion. The following organizations offer certification programs in nutrition support:

National Board for Nutrition Support Certification (NBNSC)
The NBNSC offers nutrition support certification to dietitians, nurses, pharmacists, physician assistants, and physicians who want to become a Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC).
800-727-4567
nbnsc@nutr.org
www.nutritioncertify.org

Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties (BPS)
Specialty certification in nutrition support is available to pharmacists through the Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties to become a Board Certified Nutrition Support Pharmacist (BCNSP).
202-429-7591
www.bpsweb.org

American Board of Physician Nutrition Specialists  (ABPNS)
The ABPNS offers a physician certification program for expertise in nutrition.
205-996-2513

shreid@uab.edu
www.abpns.net
 

Certification Study Resources

Studying for your certification exam? A.S.P.E.N. offers a wide range of resources to help you prepare, from core curricula and standards to tutorials and guidelines. Learn more about these study tools.

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