Dietetics Workforce Capacity and Demand Project Employer Survey

The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Dietetics Workforce Capacity and Demand Project Task Force is inviting you to take a survey.

In this survey,

• the term employer refers to anyone who currently oversees, has overseen, or plans to oversee registered dietitians (RDs) or dietetic technicians, registered (DTRs), in a supervisory, managerial, or administrative role; and
• the term RD refers to both registered dietitians and registered dietitian nutritionists, and the term DTR refers to both dietetic technicians, registered, and nutrition and dietetics technicians, registered.

What is the purpose of the survey?

The purpose of this survey is to inform the CDR Dietetics Workforce Capacity and Demand Project which will gather comprehensive data on the current and projected capacity and demand for RDs and DTRs across diverse settings. Even if RDs or DTRs are not your sole or primary employee group, your input is essential to accurately assess workforce needs, identify service gaps, and inform strategic planning at both local and national levels.

A proactive and multi-faceted approach is needed to align the dietetics workforce with an evolving professional landscape, prioritize roles within expanding industries, and incorporate technological advancements and data driven tools. By participating, you contribute to a clearer picture of challenges employers face — from recruiting and retaining qualified professionals, to integrating RDs and DTRs into interprofessional teams.

What will I do?

You will answer questions about your employment of RDs and DTRs.

What are the risks of taking the survey?

Some questions may be personal or sensitive. You can stop the survey at any time.

There is a risk of your data being hacked or seen by someone who should not have access to it. We minimize this risk by

• collecting responses via a secure system; and
• storing data on a password-protected, encrypted drive.

Taking the survey is voluntary. There is no penalty for not taking the survey. If you start the survey, you can change your mind and stop at any time.

What are the possible benefits of taking the survey?

Taking the survey will inform the CDR Dietetics Workforce Capacity and Demand Project, support CDR-credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, and help practitioners and employers plan for future workforce needs.

By completing this survey, you will help

• identify current and future staffing needs;
• inform strategies for recruitment, retention, and training of RDs and DTRs;
• clarify how RDs and DTRs impact patient outcomes and organizational goals;
• support integration of RDs and DTRs into interprofessional teams;
• represent your sector’s needs in broader workforce development initiatives;
• strengthen the case for additional support, funding, or positions by demonstrating demand and gaps;
• justify the value of RDs and DTRs in achieving health outcomes and organizational efficiency; and
• support collaborative efforts to address shortages, training gaps, and evolving roles.

Will I be compensated for taking the survey?

No. You will not be compensated for taking the survey.

How long will it take?

The survey should take about 25 minutes to complete.

If you do not have time to complete the survey after you begin, you can stop and complete it later if you use the same computer and have cookies enabled on the computer. To save your answers on a page, you must complete all answers on that page and click “Next” at the bottom of the page before closing the browser.

When are survey responses due?

Survey responses are due by 11:59 PM CT on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

You may leave and return to the survey as many times as you need to before you submit your responses.

Will my responses be confidential?

Your responses will be confidential. Individual responses will not be linked to any personal identifiers. All responses will be reported as aggregate data. Data will be securely stored and only accessible to the CDR Dietetics Workforce Capacity and Demand Project Task Force. Results will be presented in a manner that prevents the identification of any individual participant.

Who will have access to my responses?

The CDR Dietetics Workforce Capacity and Demand Project Task Force will have access to your responses.

Survey results will be published and presented, but always in aggregate.

How long will CDR keep my responses?

CDR will keep your responses for 8 years.

How is the survey funded?

The survey is funded by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Who can I contact about my rights, or if I have questions or concerns about the survey?

If you have questions about your rights, contact Castle IRB. Castle IRB is not affiliated with the survey or survey team and can be reached by phone at 1-888-442-2472, extension 2, or by email at irbteam@castleirb.com.

If you have questions or concerns about the survey, contact CDR at cdr@eatright.org.

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IRB #: WCDP-E25

IRB Approval Date: November 13, 2025

Agreement to Participate

Your participation is voluntary, and you can withdraw at any time.

To take this survey, you must meet the following participation requirements:

• You are at least 18 years old
• You currently oversee, have overseen, or plan to oversee registered dietitians (RDs) or dietetic technician, registered (DTRs) in a supervisory, managerial, or administrative role