The chapter discusses trends and predictions that will impact future dietetic practice, including an aging population, increased diversity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evolving technology. Healthcare reform is expected to boost access to dietetics services. The implications of these changes are explored for future dietetic technicians, registered dietitians at entry and advanced levels.
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Chapter 9 Outline
1. Chapter 9 Outline
IX. Trends, predictions, and your future
A. Change drivers and their implications for dietetic practice
1. The aging of America
2. Population and workforce diversity
3. Workforce education
4. Interdisciplinary teaming drives innovation
5. Generalists gain an edge on specialists
6. Technology transforms nutrition counseling
7. Personalized nutrition evolves
8. Food industry transforms for public priorities
9. Healthcare reform boosts access to dietetics services
10. Uncertainty for public support and funding for health initiatives and
prevention strategies
B. The future for dietetics professionals
1. The future DTR
2. The future entry-level RD
3. The future advanced-level RD
C. Summary