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Former Partnership for Dietetic Education and Practice

History of PDEP

In 2008 the Partnership for Dietetic Education and Practice (PDEP) was formed as an unincorporated, collaborative, inter-organizational network to undertake projects in areas of common interest to benefit the safety and quality of dietetic services and the advancement of the dietetics profession in Canada.

The PDEP partners included Dietitians of Canada, the Alliance of Canadian Dietetic Regulatory Bodies and the dietetic academic and practical education programs in Canada.
 
PDEP achieved many things through the diligent work of its steering committee, working groups, the accreditation council and contracted accreditation/secretariat services. Milestones include:
  • creating and updating a framework, policies, standards, decision-making processes, tools and resources required to oversee and administer accreditation of dietetic programs, and
  • developing and updating the integrated competencies for dietetic education and practice (ICDEP).
Decision to Dissolve PDEP

With the withdrawal of the service provider for PDEP accreditation and secretariat services effective March 31, 2022, Accreditation Canada (EQual) became the new service provider for accreditation of dietetic education programs. You can learn more by reading the 2021-2022 PDEP Annual Report. On July 6, 2023, the PDEP Steering Committee voted unanimously to dissolve PDEP. Two final communications were shared with members on September 26, 2024 and October 31, 2024 before operations officially ceased on October 31, 2024.

Continued Access to Important Information related to Dietetic Education and Practice
 
The Integrated Competencies for Dietetic Education and Practice v.3. developed by PDEP remain the entry-to-practice competencies for Registered Dietitians in Canada. Click here to download a copy. 

Historical PDEP files and materials previously copyrighted to PDEP are equally owned under joint tenancy by the Alliance of Canadian Dietetic Regulatory Bodies, Dietitians of Canada and Canadian Academic and Practicum Programs in Human Nutrition. Requests to access or license historical documents or PDEP intellectual property should be directed to the Canadian Dietetic Intellectual Property Records Council (CDIPRC) at CDIPRC.dietetics@gmail.com.
  List of Canadian dietetic programs currently accredited by EQual

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Former PDEP

Testimonials

Each person on the board has unique strengths, which work synergistically. These combined strengths help to further enhance the work the board does, and to challenge us to think creatively and outside-of-the-box.
- Amanda Hamel, RD (current Director, Manitoba & Saskatchewan)
My problem solving, critical thinking and teamwork skills have been put into high gear. I contributed to meaningful discussions that will shape the future of dietetics. If you're thinking about putting your name forward – go for it!
- Melissa Baker MHSc, RD (past Director, Student/New Professionals)
Every step has been a learning experience and I have gained many insights, especially in terms of governance and engagement with members. On a personal level, being on the Board has enabled me to work with colleagues from across Canada and form new friendships.
- Judy Sheeshka, PhD, RD (Past Chair)
Serving as a Board Director has been a very rewarding experience. Engaging in the mission of the organization and contributing to paving its future as well as the future of the profession was the chance of a lifetime.
- Joane Routhier, PDt (Past Director, Quebec and Northeast Ontario)
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