Certification FAQ
What is CCPC?
- The Canadian Council of Professional Certification is a non-profit, professional organization established for the purpose of recognizing the accomplishments of professionals working in their specific disciplines.
Why does CSNM use CCPC for certification?
- CSNM wanted an unbiased organization to oversee the certification process.
- CCPC offers accountability
- CCPC monitors renewals to ensure the annual CE point requirement is maintained.
Why should I become a CNM?
Being a CNM provides the following:
- CNM designation is the highest level of certification available in the Nutrition Management field.
- CNM designation provides an avenue for CSNM members who have studied, worked, and developed skills in the nutrition management field to receive professional recognition.
- CNM designation provides the stakeholders, public and employers with confidence that professional managers have attained an advanced level of competency.
- CNM designation provides Certified Managers with encouragement and opportunity for continual education and professional development.
How do I apply to become a Certified Nutrition Manager?
- Go to http://www.ccpcglobal.com/certification/certified-nutrition-manager-cnm/
- Review the manual and the forms
- Complete the online application.
- Submit completed online application and fees to CCPC
When can I apply for certification?
- Achieve 4,000 hours (about 2.5 years) of paid work experience as an Active CSNM Member
- Earn 16 CSNM Continuing Education (CE) points from the previous year - 1 in each competency area, with the remaining 8 from at least 4 competencies
When and how can I renew my certification?
- April 1ST is the Annual renewal date for all CNM
- CNM renewal will be included with your annual CSNM Membership invoice.
- CSNM will collect the fees and forward them to CCPC
How many CE points do I need to renew my certification?
- Annually CNM’s must earn 16 CE points to maintain their certification
- At least one point must be earned in each of the 8 competency areas, with the remaining points being in any combination from at least 4 different competencies.
Do I count my Continuing Education points for my annual renewal from the CE point Year?
- Points are counted from January 1- December 31 of the previous year. For example: if you apply in 2021, then your 16 points must have been earned from January 1-December 31, 2020.
As a volunteer on a CSNM committee, how do I receive the Continuing Education (CE) point as credit?
- Complete the CE Tracking Form, Section XIV and attach it to your CCPC Renewal Form
- Include a verification letter/note from the chairperson of the committee you volunteer with
Will I receive pins and certificates as a Certified Nutrition Manager?
- CCPC provides a certificate and a stamp.
- CSNM will send out CNM pins to new CNM’s
Is Certified Nutrition Manager (CNM) trade-marked?
- CSNM applied for a trademark of Certified Nutrition Manager, CNM and was approved in 2013
Who is permitted to use the professional designation Certified Nutrition Manager, CNM?
- CSNM members that have met the qualifications of CNM and have been approved by CCPC and continue to maintain their Certification through CSNM and CCPC are entitled to use the trademarked Certified Nutrition Manager, CNM