Washington State
Assuring Pediatric Nutrition in the Hospital and Community
This multi-day course in Seattle, WA is for registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) who see pediatric clients in their practices. The training is offered in 2 parts, with the first 2.5 days designed for RDNs who have not had recent training in pediatric nutrition, and the latter 1.5 days covering advanced topics. It is based on a core curriculum, with emphasis on decision-making and evidence-based practice. Participants are included in the on-going Pediatric Nutrition Consultation On-Line listserve after completing the course.
This training is an excellent addition to the RDN’s Professional Development Portfolio and can be used to help document the dietitian’s competencies with children of different ages as required by JCAHO. Registration is limited to 30 participants to keep the training interactive.
For more information, go to http://depts.washington.edu/nutrpeds/
Washington State CYSHCN Nutrition Network
Registered dietitians in this network have received specialized nutrition training for children with special health care needs. New members are selected for training by an application process based on a need for services in Washington. A two-day training session is held every two to three years at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington. See CYSHCN Nutrition Network Training for additional information.
National Conferences
There are several pediatric nutrition conferences, teleconferences and symposiums offered annually throughout the U.S., many supported by the Maternal Child Health Bureau (MCHB) of the Department of Health and Human Resources. For current listings, see Pediatric Nutrition Practice Group.
