Showing your credentials on your website

Put it right after your name, then explain it once in plain words for clients who don't know it, such as registered dietitian nutritionist. Use the exact credential your certifying body gave you.

Dietitian usually refers to a protected, credentialed title. Nutritionist varies a lot by state. Your site should use the title you're legally allowed to use and explain your training without comparing yourself to others.

Give the full name once, then one plain sentence on what it means for them. For example, explain that a licence means your state has reviewed your training. Then get back to how you help.

List them after your name, then explain what each means in an About or Credentials section. Referring clinicians recognise them, and clients need the plain version.

Check what your state allows you to call yourself and whether nutrition counselling needs a licence there. Rules differ widely, so ask your state's board. We'll use the wording you confirm.

Describe coaching: goals, habits, accountability and support. Avoid words that suggest diagnosis, treatment or medical nutrition therapy unless you're licensed to provide them. If you're NBC-HWC certified, say so proudly.

Name your actual training and any board certification, such as BCHN, and describe your approach. Avoid implying medical credentials or treating conditions unless you're licensed to.

State it plainly, for example dietetic intern or RD-eligible, and don't use a credential until you hold it. Being new is fine, and honesty about it builds trust.

Some states or boards require it in advertising, so check yours. Even when it's optional, it can reassure clients and referring clinicians.

Yes, in a short section. Most clients care more about whether you understand their problem, so lead with that and put your education after it.

Be careful with these words. Specialist can imply a formal certification in some contexts, so use it only where you hold one. Describing your focus, like I focus on PCOS, is usually safer.