SDL Tool: 2-10 Purpose and Law

Continuing competence is the outcome of continuing professional development undertaken by a dietitian. The purpose of the Self-Directed Learning (SDL) Tool is to support members’ engagement in reflective practice related to their continuing professional development, and to require them to develop plans for professional improvement.

Members use the SDL Tool to: 

  • Identify areas of strength;
  • Identify areas that need improvement;
  • Evaluate learning plans from the previous year to determine whether specific areas of competence have been met; and
  • Develop learning plans to enhance specific areas of competence.

Notification Timelines

Members eligible to complete the SDL Tool will be informed of their requirement to do so by the College prior to September 1, providing at least 60-day notice to complete it. The online SDL Tool is available to members from approximately September 1 to October 31.

Expectations of Members

All eligible members are required to complete the SDL Tool online using the forms provided.  The goals should be related to competencies and standards essential to the practice of dietetics.

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