Certified Nutrition Specialist℠ Certification

The Certified Nutrition Specialist℠ (CNS℠) credential requires advanced-degree education qualifications, successful completion of a rigorous examination, and substantial nutrition experience.  Learn more about the certification process:

• Rationale for the CNS℠ Certification
• CBNS Credentials and Eligibility Requirements
• Instructions for Application to Sit for the CNS℠ Exam
• Eligibility Requirements for the Certified Nutrition Specialist℠ (CNS) Credential
• Eligibility Requirements for the Certified Nutrition Specialist – Scholar (CNS-S) Credential
• Application Procedure for CNS-Scholar℠ (CNS-S) Credential
• Application Procedure for the CNS Credential
• Upcoming Examinations
• Preparing for the CBNS Exam

• Quick Reference Summary of CNS Credentials (PDF)
• Credential Application Form (PDF)
• Supervisor Approval Request Form (PDF)
• Supervised Practice Experience Report (PDF)
• CBNS Letter to Potential Mentor or Supervisor (PDF)