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Key Facts: CDR DTR Exam
65-75%
First-Time Pass Rate
CDR 2024
110-130
Questions (CAT)
Variable length
$47,630
Median Salary
BLS 2024
5,100
Annual Job Openings
BLS
41%
Nutrition Science Domain
CDR blueprint
3 hrs
Time Limit
CDR
The CDR DTR exam has a 65-75% pass rate for first-time candidates. The computer-adaptive exam contains 110-130 questions over 3 hours. Domain I (Nutrition Science and Care) accounts for 41% of the exam. Dietetic technicians earn a median salary of $47,630 (BLS 2024) with 5,100 annual job openings.
About the CDR DTR Exam
The CDR DTR exam is the credentialing examination for dietetic technicians registered. It covers three domains: Nutrition Science and Care for Individuals and Groups (41%), Food Science and Food Service (21%), and Management of Food and Nutrition Services (38%). The exam is computer-adaptive, with 110-130 questions administered over 3 hours at Pearson VUE testing centers.
Questions
110 scored questions
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
25 (scaled 1-50)
Exam Fee
$160 (CDR/Pearson VUE)
CDR DTR Exam Content Outline
Nutrition Science and Care
Principles of basic nutrition, screening and assessment, care planning, interventions, and monitoring/evaluation for individuals and groups
Food Science and Food Service
Menu development, procurement and supply management, food production and service, sanitation and safety
Management of Food and Nutrition Services
Human resources, finance and materials, marketing, management principles, quality management and regulatory compliance
How to Pass the CDR DTR Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 25 (scaled 1-50)
- Exam length: 110 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours
- Exam fee: $160
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 is the DTR exam pass rate?
The CDR DTR exam pass rate is approximately 65-75% for first-time candidates who have completed ACEND-accredited DTR programs. Pass rates vary by year and preparation level.
How many questions are on the DTR exam?
The CDR DTR exam is computer-adaptive with a minimum of 110 questions to score and a maximum of 130 questions. The exam continues until a reliable pass/fail determination can be made.
What is the DTR exam format?
The exam is computer-adaptive testing (CAT) with multiple-choice questions. You have 3 hours to complete it. Questions cover 3 domains: Nutrition Science and Care (41%), Food Science and Food Service (21%), and Management (38%).
How do I become a dietetic technician registered?
Complete an ACEND-accredited DTR program (associate degree with 450+ supervised practice hours), pass the CDR DTR exam, and maintain continuing professional education requirements (50 CPEUs every 5 years).
What is the difference between DTR and NDTR?
DTR (Dietetic Technician Registered) is the credential. Some DTRs use NDTR (Nutrition and Dietetics Technician Registered) to emphasize their nutrition expertise. Both represent the same credential from CDR.