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Governing Documents

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Statute

The Dietetics Practice Act

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Rules & Regulations

NC Dietetics/Nutrition Practice Act, and notice and information about periodic review of existing rules.

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Code of Ethics

21 NCAC 17 .0114

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Scope of Practice

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Bylaws

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Raleigh, North Carolina

Other North Carolina General Statutes and Rules that Govern Dietetics/Nutrition Practice

  • Chapter 150B, The Administrative Procedures Act
  • Chapter 132, The Public Records Law
  • Chapter 143, Article 33C -The Open Meetings Act
  • Chapter 93B, Occupational Licensing Boards
  • N.C.G.S. § 55N Professional Corporation Act
    • We are often asked whether LDNs/LNs should form a PLLC or an LLC. This law does NOT include dietitians/nutritionists as a “Professional Service” thus, licensees should form an LLC NOT a PLLC. This should not be considered legal advice; rather, please bring this information to your own attorney for review.

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