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Key Facts: NDLE Exam
3
official PRC board subject areas
PRC Professional Regulatory Board for Nutritionist-Dietitians / RA 10862
75%
minimum general weighted average required to pass the NDLE
Republic Act 10862 (Nutrition and Dietetics Act of 2016)
35%
weight each for Nutritional Biochemistry/Clinical Dietetics and Foods/Food Service Systems
PRC Board for Nutritionist-Dietitians subject distribution
30%
weight for Community and Public Health Nutrition
PRC Board for Nutritionist-Dietitians subject distribution
2 years
window to take a conditional removal examination after partial pass
Republic Act 10862
2016
year RA 10862 (Nutrition and Dietetics Act) was enacted, replacing RA 2674
Republic Act 10862
The NDLE is a two-day PRC written licensure examination for aspiring Registered Nutritionist-Dietitians in the Philippines under RA 10862. The syllabus assigns 35% to Nutritional Biochemistry and Clinical Dietetics, 30% to Community and Public Health Nutrition, and 35% to Foods and Food Service Systems. A 75% general weighted average with no subject below 50% is required to pass. A conditional removal examination is available for partial passers within two years.
Sample NDLE Practice Questions
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1Which water-soluble vitamin acts as a coenzyme in the citric acid cycle and is required for the oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA?
2Which lipoprotein is primarily responsible for transporting dietary cholesterol and triglycerides from the intestine to peripheral tissues?
3In patients with phenylketonuria (PKU), which amino acid must be restricted in the diet?
4Which enzyme catalyzes the rate-limiting step of cholesterol biosynthesis and is the target of statin medications?
5A hospitalized patient has a serum albumin of 2.5 g/dL and a total lymphocyte count of 800 cells/mm³. These findings are most consistent with which nutritional status?
6Which dietary modification is the cornerstone of medical nutrition therapy for Type 2 diabetes mellitus?
7In acute renal failure, the primary dietary modification for non-dialyzed patients is restriction of which nutrient?
8Which enteral feeding formula is most appropriate for a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who requires ventilatory support?
9Kwashiorkor is clinically differentiated from marasmus primarily by which feature?
10A patient with newly diagnosed celiac disease requires dietary counseling. Which of the following grains must be completely avoided?
About the NDLE Exam
The Nutritionist-Dietitian Licensure Examination (NDLE) is the PRC written licensure exam required to practice as a Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian (RND) in the Philippines, governed by Republic Act 10862 (Nutrition and Dietetics Act of 2016). The examination tests competencies in three weighted subject areas: Nutritional Biochemistry and Clinical Dietetics (35%), Community and Public Health Nutrition (30%), and Foods and Food Service Systems (35%), reflecting the broad scope of nutrition and dietetics practice.
Assessment
Three written board subjects: Nutritional Biochemistry and Clinical Dietetics 35%; Community and Public Health Nutrition 30%; Foods and Food Service Systems 35%. Examination is conducted over two days.
Time Limit
Two-day examination; specific hours per subject as announced in the official PRC examination program. Check the PRC website for the current examination schedule.
Passing Score
75% general weighted average across all subjects, with no individual subject rating below 50%
Exam Fee
Standard PRC licensure examination fee; check the LERIS portal (online.prc.gov.ph) for the current fee schedule (Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) / Professional Regulatory Board for Nutritionist-Dietitians)
NDLE Exam Content Outline
Nutritional Biochemistry and Clinical Dietetics
Metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals; nutritional biochemistry; clinical nutrition assessment; medical nutrition therapy for diabetes, renal disease, liver disease, cardiovascular disease, GI disorders, cancer, burns, and critical illness; enteral and parenteral nutrition; the nutrition care process (NCP); Republic Act 10862 (Nutrition and Dietetics Act); and the professional code of ethics.
Community and Public Health Nutrition
Philippine nutrition programs (PPAN, NNC, Operation Timbang, supplementary feeding, vitamin A/iron/folic acid/iodine supplementation); food security concepts; nutritional surveillance and assessment at the population level; growth monitoring and anthropometric indices; epidemiology and nutrition research methods; nutrition education and behavior change communication; Philippine food fortification laws (RA 8976, RA 8172); breastfeeding policies (EO 51 Philippine Milk Code); and the Philippine Dietary Reference Intakes (PDRI) and Pinggang Pinoy.
Foods and Food Service Systems
Food science and chemistry (Maillard reaction, starch gelatinization, enzymatic browning, emulsification, food additives); food microbiology and food-borne illness; food preservation methods (dehydration, pasteurization, acidification, irradiation, cook-chill); HACCP and food safety; Philippine food regulations (FDA food labeling rules); food service systems management (menu planning, FIFO, cost control, purchasing specifications, yield testing, break-even analysis, production systems); sensory evaluation; and therapeutic diet production for hospital food service.
How to Pass the NDLE Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 75% general weighted average across all subjects, with no individual subject rating below 50%
- Assessment: Three written board subjects: Nutritional Biochemistry and Clinical Dietetics 35%; Community and Public Health Nutrition 30%; Foods and Food Service Systems 35%. Examination is conducted over two days.
- Time limit: Two-day examination; specific hours per subject as announced in the official PRC examination program. Check the PRC website for the current examination schedule.
- Exam fee: Standard PRC licensure examination fee; check the LERIS portal (online.prc.gov.ph) for the current fee schedule
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What law governs the practice of Nutritionist-Dietitians in the Philippines?
Republic Act 10862, also known as the Nutrition and Dietetics Act of 2016, governs the practice of nutritionist-dietitians in the Philippines. It repealed Presidential Decree No. 1286 (the Nutrition and Dietetics Decree of 1977, which had earlier replaced RA 2674 of 1960) and strengthened the Professional Regulatory Board for Nutritionist-Dietitians under the PRC.
What are the three major subject areas on the NDLE?
The PRC Board subject areas are: Nutritional Biochemistry and Clinical Dietetics (35%), Community and Public Health Nutrition (30%), and Foods and Food Service Systems (35%).
What is the passing standard for the NDLE?
Under RA 10862, candidates must obtain a general weighted average of at least 75% across all board subjects, with no individual subject rating below 50%.
What is the conditional removal examination under RA 10862?
A candidate who fails the NDLE but passes at least one-half of the total subjects with a rating of at least 75% each may take a removal examination within two years, covering only the failed subjects. Failure in the removal examination requires retaking all subjects.
What educational requirement is needed to sit for the NDLE?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics from a CHED-recognized institution and have completed the required internship/practicum hours.
Which national agencies are responsible for nutrition programs in the Philippines?
The National Nutrition Council (NNC) is the highest policy-making and coordinating body on nutrition; the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI, under DOST) develops the PDRI and conducts the National Nutrition Survey; and the Department of Health (DOH) implements nutrition-related health programs.
Are these copied board questions from official NDLE examinations?
No. These are original practice questions written from the PRC syllabus, RA 10862, NNC guidelines, FNRI publications, food science principles, and clinical nutrition literature. They are not copied from official examinations or private question banks.
What is 'Pinggang Pinoy'?
Pinggang Pinoy (My Healthy Plate) is a food guide developed by the FNRI showing recommended food proportions using a Filipino plate model—one-quarter rice/grain, one-quarter fish/meat/poultry, and half vegetables and fruits—adapted for Filipino food culture.