Research Overview for Dieticians

This course provides a foundational look at the dietitian’s role in the research landscape. Participants will explore the core steps of the research process, including crafting a strong research question and choosing an appropriate study design. Beyond the basics, the course highlights practical ways for dietitians to get involved in research and identifies key resources for locating high-quality scientific literature to support evidence-based practice.

Target Audience

This activity provides continuing education for physician associates/physician assistants, registered dieticians, dietetic technicians, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapist assistants, physical therapist assistants, project management professionals across the Military Health System (MHS). A certificate of attendance is available for other attendees.

Learning Objectives

  1. Describe the basics of the research process (developing a research question and study design).
  2. Discuss how dietitians can become involved in research.
  3. Explain where dietitians can find scientific literature to support evidence-based practice.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.00 AAPA

    DHA J-7 CEPO has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 2.00 hours of AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until Wednesday, September 30, 2026 - 11:59pm ET. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

  • 2.00 AOTA

    DHA J-7 CEPO is an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Approved Provider of professional development (PD). PD activity approval ID# 15759. This Distance Learning-Independent course is offered at 0.2 CEUs, Intermediate, OT Service Delivery, Professional Issues, Foundational Knowledge.. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

  • 2.00 APTA

    DHA J-7 CEPO is an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Approved Provider of continuing education. This activity was planned by and for the health care team, and learners will receive 0.2 APTA CEUs. The assignment of APTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by APTA. APTA CEUs are accepted by most state PT licensing boards. Learners are encouraged to check with their local chapter or state board to ensure that they accept APTA accredited courses for licensure renewal.

  • 2.00 Attendance
  • 2.00 CDR

    DHA J-7 CEPO is a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accredited provider with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). CDR Credentialed Practitioners will receive 2.00 Continuing Professional Education units (CPEUs) for completion of this activity/material.

  • 2.00 IPCE

    In support of improving patient care, DHA J-7 CEPO is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 2.00 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.

Course opens: 
04/27/2026
Course expires: 
09/30/2026
Part of: 
FY26 Joint Advanced Nutrition and Dietetics Course

LTC Bridget Owens, PhD, RD, CNSC. Presenter has no relevant financial or non-financial relationship(s) relating to the course content or with ineligible companies to disclose.

MAJ Emily Diemer, PhD, RD, LD, CNSC, CLC. Presenter has no relevant financial or non-financial relationship(s) relating to the course content or with ineligible companies to disclose.

Disclosure: DHA J-7 staff, planners, authors, faculty, and content reviewers for this educational activity have no relevant financial or non-financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Available Credit

  • 2.00 AAPA

    DHA J-7 CEPO has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 2.00 hours of AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until Wednesday, September 30, 2026 - 11:59pm ET. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

  • 2.00 AOTA

    DHA J-7 CEPO is an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Approved Provider of professional development (PD). PD activity approval ID# 15759. This Distance Learning-Independent course is offered at 0.2 CEUs, Intermediate, OT Service Delivery, Professional Issues, Foundational Knowledge.. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures.

  • 2.00 APTA

    DHA J-7 CEPO is an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Approved Provider of continuing education. This activity was planned by and for the health care team, and learners will receive 0.2 APTA CEUs. The assignment of APTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by APTA. APTA CEUs are accepted by most state PT licensing boards. Learners are encouraged to check with their local chapter or state board to ensure that they accept APTA accredited courses for licensure renewal.

  • 2.00 Attendance
  • 2.00 CDR

    DHA J-7 CEPO is a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accredited provider with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). CDR Credentialed Practitioners will receive 2.00 Continuing Professional Education units (CPEUs) for completion of this activity/material.

  • 2.00 IPCE

    In support of improving patient care, DHA J-7 CEPO is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 2.00 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.

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Requirements: CE/CME certificates are awarded to participants who fully complete the activity, successfully submit the evaluation survey, and pass the posttest. The deadline to claim credit is Sep 30, 2026.

Access Code: Some activities require an access code to register or claim credit. Please contact the organization providing the activity for the access code. The Continuing Education Program Office (CEPO) does not provide access codes.

Accommodations: Please contact the course instructor to inquire about accommodations. For additional accommodation requests and/or technical support, email [email protected].

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