The American Dietetic Association Standards of Professional Practice for dietetics professionals.

The Standards of Professional Practice reflect changing market trends, transitions in the work environment, and expectations of the public. The 6 professional standards encompass the key characteristics of the dietetics profession. ADA's mission to serve the public is supported when each dietetics professional applies the 6 Standards of Professional Practice and evaluates the quality of services he or she provides. The standards belong to each and every dietetics professional. They are scheduled for periodic review and revision as the needs of the dietetics profession change. Throughout their careers, dietetics professionals will be called on to contribute to the continuous improvement of these standards and the dietetics profession. It is the responsibility of each individual practitioner to evaluate practice and maintain competence as well as to evaluate the professional standards and contribute to the advancement of the dietetics profession. The Standards of Professional Practice should be adopted by all dietetics professionals to ensure that they will continue to be recognized by the public as the most valued and credible sources of food and nutrition information.