NDTR Spotlight

In this interviews ShLanda Burton, an accomplished NDTR who has made significant contributions to the fields of nutrition and community health. Shalonda shares her journey of discovering the NDTR credential at the FENCY Conference, the importance of credentials in building credibility, and her experiences as a non-traditional student. She discusses her passion for community nutrition, the challeng...

Summary In this episode of NDTR Spotlight, host Marie-Laurene interviews Ashley Sannitti, a dietetic technician who shares her journey from discovering the NDTR credential to navigating remote education and internships. Ashley discusses her experiences in finding her first job, her current roles as a lifestyle coordinator and personal chef, and the importance of personalization in meal prep. She o...

Mark is back on the podcast to update the NDTR audience on how is reaching ambitious goals which including opening a private practice as a RD and getting a terminal degree. Summary In this episode, host Marie Lorraine interviews Mark, a former NDTR who has transitioned to become a registered dietitian. Mark shares his experience of obtaining the NDTR credential and how it has impacted his career....

Climbing to Success as a Diet Technician In this episode, host Marie-Lorraine interviews Kelly Homer, a Director of Nutritional Services and an NDTR. Kelly shares her journey of discovering the NDTR credential and her decision to pursue a career in food service rather than becoming an RDN. She discusses her experience passing the NDTR exam and her decision to attend culinary school. Kelly also tal...

In this Spotlight, Ivan, a director of dietary specialty and food service, shares his journey from being a chef to becoming an NDTR. He discusses the importance of food service in long-term care facilities and the challenges of bringing culinary skills to the field of dietetics. Ivan emphasizes the significance of quality and cost in food service and the need for passion and high standards in the...

In this conversation, Angela Schiz, an NDTR with over 20 years of experience, shares her journey and success in the field. She discusses her transition from nursing to nutrition, her work in creating and successful weight loss programs, and her experience in long-term care. Angela emphasizes the importance of proving oneself as an NDTR and advocating for the credential. She encourages NDTRs to enh...

In this spotlight we chat with Amanda Allen, an assistant professor at Cox College. Amanda share Cox Colleges program that offers an accelerated pathway for individuals interested in becoming dietitians. The program, which follows the future education model, aims to address the nationwide shortage of dietitians and make the dietitian credential more accessible. NDTRs can apply to the program witho...

2024 is the year for NDTRs to stand out. Awards are a great way to highlight your skill set. In this spotlight, Sami, who is on the Honors Committee, discussed the awards available to Diet Technicians through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Information on Awards: https://www.eatrightpro.org/leadership/honors-and-awards/national-honors-and-awards Other Socials Instagram: https://www.instagr...

For Olaide Owokoniran the NDTR was a second chance when it looked like she had no other options. Listen to learn how a graduate school and dietitian intern graduate benefited from the obtaining the NDTR credential. _____________________________Show you support for what we do____________________________ 1. Subscribe to the podcast 2. Like and Comment 3. Shop NDTR Merch https://ndtr-spotlight.myspre...

Diet Technicians who have thought becoming a Registered Dietitian this episode is for you! Brooke from The Dietitian Lab shares an exciting new pathway to the Dietitian Credential. Brooke is currently walking through this pathway and is building a one on one coaching business helping others navigate this new accessible path. In other words she is an expert on the subject. This episode may help you...

Carmen J. Baldwin interest in becoming a Nutritionist, Diet Technician Registered (NDTR) was sparked when she saw Diet Technicians hard at work at a Women's Infant and Children (WIC) Clinic. Baldwin has a undeniable talent to build rapport in unfamiliar settings and simplify complicated nutrition messaging. She enhanced this talent by getting a degree in Health Communications. Her skills lande...

As a Nutrition Education Specialist for the SNAP Education Program in South Carolina Joy spends her days educating elementary age and adult students on how to eat healthy. Being an Academy member has been beneficial for her career. She has utilizing resources such as the nutrition magazine and was a recipient of Dietetic Technician of the Year for the 2020 SCAND). Joy's career is continuing to...

Rose has many opportunities to invest in the next generation of nutrition professionals. Her jobs as a Food Equity Program Manager and a Nutrition and Dietetics Club Advisor allows her to inspire future NDTRs and RDNs. Rose is passionate about sustainability; she is currently pursing her MBA in Sustainability Leadership and a M.S.in Sustainable Food-systems. Show you support for what we do 1. Subs...

The creation of NDTR day didn't happen on its own. Bekah Blank NDTR, a member of the Academy, shares some behind the scenes about the creation of this day. Bekah also shares how being a academy member as a Diet Technician helped her with the creation of her first job post gradation. If you want to hear more about her career tune into this episode: https://youtu.be/RMwIOI1mfxg _________________...

After not getting into a Dietetic Internship Christopher Mills MPH, NDTR, CSCS thought his nutrition career was over. However, in 2010 he was offered a second opportunity through the NDTR credential. He soon rejoined the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as credentialed professional and his career took off. The networking and resources from the Academy helped him dive into sports nutrition, allow...

Ericha Grace MS, NDTR holds the position, NDTR Chair for the Pennsylvania Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. In this role she uses her voice in mighty ways to represent and speak for NDTRs. Tune  in to hear what she has been doing to support the Diet Technicians of  Pennsylvania, and why she thinks NDTRs should join the Academy. Outside of her position Ericha works as a Nutrition Scie...

On the surface long term care may not be the most exciting position for a NDTR. However, it can lead to wonderful career of flexibility and growth.  E. Marsha Reeves is an example of all you can do in this niche.  As a clinical NDTR Marsha  monitored her own patients and did tube feeds, and now as a Food Service director Marsha ensures her kitchen is running smoothy and that residen...

In this Spotlight, we sat down with a CEU's  expert and the founder of  Continuing Education 360 Dr Carol Jong.      Continuing Education 360 is an online platform founded by like minded  nutrition professionals with the mission to provide diet technicians the  ability to get CEUs anytime anywhere!    Make sure to listen for a discount code that Co...

Do you want to be a Diet Technician? If so, then this video is for you! In this video, we'll discuss the steps needed to become a Diet Technician, and explain how this career can help you achieve your goals. Watch the video to learn more about this exciting career opportunity!  ________________________________________  Cheat Sheet!  https://mailchi.mp/c117d448eae6/becoming-a-ndtr-ch...

Have you thought of taking a step away from your career to enjoy being a mom?    It can be very scary to step away from the work force. Misha is at the end being a stay at home mother and wife.     In this podcast Misha shares how being a NDTR helped her as a mother and how becoming a mother is changing her career path for the better. Enjoyed this interview?  Make sur...

Start your private practice now! Why wait? Brianna Cannova, NDTR, CPT did not wait, she began her private practice while she was still a student! Listen to the interview as Brianna shares how she took the plunge to started her private practice and gained her first few clients. Enjoyed this interview?  Make sure to give it a thumbs up and share it!   Follow us instagram @ndtrspotlight &nb...

Find us online: ndtrspotlight.com  It is time NDTR audience to sit down with a nutritionist. Gintare takes the time to explain how her own health journey inspired her to begin to help other people. Gintara took the time to dive into research and learn how ketogenic/low carb diet can benefit in improving health outs come for people in London, Englands.    Let's put aside our pride an...

Shop Merch: Shop Merch: https://ndtr-spotlight.myspreadshop.com/ Find us online: ndtrspotlight.com    Let's have the conversation about the name- NDTR. Not many people know what a NDTR is but the term nutritionist is widespread.   What if we shift our approach. Instead of trying to educate people on what a NDTR is, can we call ourselves nutritionist... then once they see progre...

Shop Merch: Shop Merch: https://ndtr-spotlight.myspreadshop.c...    Find us online: ndtrspotlight.com    Almarie hit the ground running as a NDTR, landing a job in school nutrition.  In one year she build 7 school gardens.  She then took time working in the Food service as a purchasing manager.    Throughout her 6 years as working as a NDTR Almarie never let...

Shop Merch: Shop Merch: https://ndtr-spotlight.myspreadshop.com/all   Find us online: ndtrspotlight.com Can you do everything you want to do as an NDTR?   This is a question most NDTR's have to ask when deciding to stay a NDTR or continuing on to becoming a RDN.   The answer for Natalie Rose was simple... it was yes.  She could work in food service, she could start and run...