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Informational Webinar

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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

Statistics

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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

Statistics

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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

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Member Benefits

Nutrition & Foodservice Edge magazine

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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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Member Benefits

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Member Benefits

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Member Benefits

Member Discount Programs

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Member Benefits

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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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