Private Practice

There are several private practice models for dietitians including independent practice, partnerships with other dietitians or other health care providers, consulting services or incorporation. All must adhere to the legal, professional and business practice responsibilities specified by federal or provincial legislation, College by-laws, standards of practice and other requirements that facilitate the delivery of safe and effective, client-centred services.

Guidance for Set-Up and Application

• Private Practice Set-Up
• About Professional Incorporation Guidance
• Virtual Care,  Social Media and Technology
• Confidentiality and Privacy

Testimonials and Solicitation

• Advertising & Solicitation
• Testimonials and Direct Client Solicitation
• Solicitation of a Client for Business When Your Client is a Group
• Does the College have any requirements for how RDs should accept client referrals in their dietetic practice?

Selling Products

• Advertising & Solicitation
• Should RDs Sell and Promote Products to End Users?

Record Keeping

• Do You Have Plans to Manage Practice Client Health Records

Billing

• ​Professional Billing Practices
• Scenario: Can I discount my services?
• Scenario: Is Backdating an Invoice OK? Scenario
• What do I need to know about closing my private practice?