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Katherine Church, RDNExecutive Director
Certifying Board for Dietary Managers
Jay Cariño, MBA, CAEVice President, Member Services
Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals
Introductions
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• What is the CDM®, CFPP® credential?• How do I become certified?• What is the CDM Credentialing Exam?• What is the exam format?• How do I prepare for the exam?• ANFP Membership• Questions/Next Steps
Agenda
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What is the CDM®, CFPP®Credential?
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• Commitment to Excellence• Qualified Professional• Expert • Education & Experience to Succeed• Foodservice industry leader
Overview
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Where do CDM®, CFPP®s Work?
Overview
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• The majority of the participants (97%) indicated they had full-time positions.
• About 65% indicated they were exempt (salaried).
• Based on the 2018 survey, the average annual salary was calculated at $53,116. This is a 4.6% increase in average salary compared to the 2015 survey.
*Statistics came from 2018 ANFP Salary and Benefits Survey
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Popular titles for credentialed individuals
• CDM, CFPP / Certified Dietary Manager• Dietary Manager• Food Services Director• Director, Dining Services• Director, Food & Nutrition Services
Statistics from the 2018 ANFP Salary and Benefits Survey
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• Career Advancement
• New Employment Opportunities
• New professional skillset
• Earning potential
Why Become Certified?
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• Demonstrates ability and knowledge to perform job
• Required by certain states
• Sought out by employers
• CMS Ruling
Why Become Certified?
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• September 28, 2016 - CMS issued final regulations
• CDM®, CFPP® credential now listed as the primary qualification for the Director of Food and Nutrition Services
• November 28, 2017 – new hires must meet staffing requirements; existing staff has until 2021 to meet requirements
• Representative from Food and Nutrition Services must be included on the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
CMS Regulations
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“As the leader of a large group of skilled nursing facilities, I have come to realize over the past 15 years the importance of having a well-qualified dietary manager at the helm of each of my dietary departments.
I appreciate the range of decisions a Certified Dietary Manager must make, and how those decisions have a profound impact on the lives of our residents.”
– Gary Blake, CEO of Creative Solutions in Healthcare
Why Become Certified?
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How do I Become Certified?
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Become eligible to sit for the CDM Credentialing Exam by qualifying through one of the 5 exam eligibility pathways.
Pass the CDM Credentialing Exam.
Qualifications
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For graduates of an ANFP-approved foodservice manager training program. Candidate’s name must appear on the official graduate list that is sent to ANFP by the college/school.
Pathways of Eligibility
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For graduates of a two-year, four-year or greater, college degree in foodservice management, nutrition, culinary arts, or hotel-restaurant management. Candidates must submit a copy of their transcript with exam application. Transcript requirements must include a minimum of one course in nutrition and two courses in foodservice management.
Pathways of Eligibility
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For graduates of a comprehensive, minimum 90-hour, foodservice course curriculum, who also have two years of non-commercial foodservice management experience. Candidates must submit a copy of their transcript and employment verification with exam application. Transcript requirements must include a minimum of one course in nutrition and two courses in foodservice management.
Pathways of Eligibility
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For graduates of the classroom and/or online instructional portion of an ANFP-approved foodservice manager training program, who also have two years of non-commercial foodservice management experience.
Candidates must submit a copy of a certificate of course completion, their name must appear on the official graduate listing that is sent to ANFP by the college/school and they must submit employment verification with exam application.
Pathways of Eligibility
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For current and former members of the U.S. military who have graduated from an approved military dietary manager training program and have attained the grade of E-5. Candidates must submit their documentation of military training and pay grade when applying under Pathway IV to determine eligibility. Documentation must show completion of a minimum of one course in nutrition and two courses in foodservice management.
Pathways of Eligibility
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For graduates with an alternate two-year, four-year or higher degree. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of non-commercial foodservice management experience. Candidates must submit a copy of their transcript and employment verification with exam application.
Transcript requirements must include a minimum of one course in nutrition and two courses in foodservice.
Pathways of Eligibility
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What is the CDM Credentialing Exam?
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• The CDM Credentialing Exam has been offered since 1985
• Part of the competency assurance program for dietary managers
• Nationally-recognized
• NCCA accredited
Exam Description
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The CDM®, CFPP® Certification Program is overseen by the Certifying Board for Dietary Managers.
CBDM
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What is the format of the CDM Credentialing Exam?
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• 160 questions• 3 hours• Computer-based• 5 content areas
• Nutrition, Foodservice, Personnel & Communications, Sanitation & Safety, and Business Operations
• Results are made available immediately
Format
Exam Overview
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Two Ways to Apply
• Online at www.CBDMonline.org
• By Mail - application available at www.CBDMonline.org
Application
Exam Overview
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• Once approved, exam candidates must register and schedule to take their exam within 90 days of approval.
• Candidates may test at one of 300+ nationwide test centers, year-round
Registration
Exam Overview
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Exam Preparation
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Exam Content
Exam Content Outlineavailable atwww.cbdmonline.org/exam-prep
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Nutrition Fundamentals and Medical Nutrition Therapy
$110 ANFP Members$140 Non-Members
Foodservice Management –By Design
$115 ANFP Members$145 Non-Members
Textbooks
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Credentialing Exam Study Guide, 6th Edition
• Study Tips• Outlines the five content areas• Case Studies• 200 questions• $77 ANFP Members• $87 Non-Members
Exam Study Guide
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CDM Credentialing Exam Online Review Course
• Web-based• 200 questions• Pre-test and practice exam• Flashcards for additional study• $120 ANFP Members• $130 Non-Members
Online Review Course
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CDM Credentialing Exam Review Flash Cards
• Browse through 100 Exam Questions with answers• $27 ANFP Members• $32 Non-Members
Exam Review Flash Cards
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CDM Computer-Based Practice Exam
• Answer 160 questions written in the same format as the exam
• Includes a rationale for every question with textbook references included
• $50 - ANFP Members/Non-Members
Online Practice Exam
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Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals
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• Professional organization representing more than 15,000 foodservice professionals
• Mission: Position the CDM®, CFPP® as the expert in foodservice management and food safety
ANFP
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Cost Savings
• Upon passing the CDM Credentialing Exam, ANFP members are automatically upgraded to “Certified” Status
• Non-members must pay a $58 activation fee
• Study materials can be purchased at the member rate (approximately 20% discount).
Member Benefits
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Member Benefits
Networking
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Member Benefits
• Online Courses• Webinars• Certificate of Advanced Learning• Annual Conference & Expo• Regional Meetings
Educational Opportunities
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Questions?
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Recap
• Is the CDM®, CFPP® credential right for me?
• Pathways• Registration• Study Materials• Exam• ANFP Membership
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Next Steps
Visit www.CBDMonline.org for details and questions
Contact CBDM at 800.323.1908 or via e-mail at info@CBDMonline.org.
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