Membership Levels
Professional Membership Categories - Includes both 'Sports RD' and 'Allied Healthcare' member types
Sports RD Membership
- Eligibility: Holds the Registered Dietitian (RD) credential or an international equivalent. Currently works in an athletic, tactical, industry, or entrepreneurial setting.
- Classifications: Based on years of professional employment in the sports and performance nutrition field. This can include a high school or collegiate athletic department, professional sports team, Olympic/Paralympic/NGB, or tactical setting.
- Qualified: 2 or fewer years of sports and performance nutrition experience
- Experienced: 3–6 years of sports and performance nutrition experience
- Veteran: 7 or more years of sports and performance nutrition experience
Allied Healthcare Membership
- Eligibility: Currently working in an academic or clinical setting, or in a related allied health field such as athletic training or strength and conditioning. Registered Dietitian (RD) credential is not required.
Student Membership
- Eligibility: Currently enrolled in undergraduate or master's-level graduate dietetics programs or dietetic internships, or pursuing an allied health care field related to athletics or nutrition.
- Note: This membership is intended for individuals who do not yet hold the Registered Dietitian (RD) credential.
Need help choosing the right membership level? Contact Michele Nichols, Member Service Manager, to discuss your options.
