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Read the CNS scope of practice (PDF)

This document was developed with the expertise and efforts of a broad range of stakeholders in both academia and clinical practice with input and direction from the ANA internal team. SOP Task Force Members: Jill Shepherd Davenport, Romilly Hodges, Liz Lipski, Kim Ross, Meg Bowman, Gena Kadar, Karen Siclare, Peter Nickless; ANA Internal Team: Dana Reed, Traci Hobson, Corinne Bush, Amy Smith

PDF · Updated May 2026

CNS state practice rights

A state-by-state summary of where Certified Nutrition Specialists® can practice, and under what rules.

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