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Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition
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Nutrition Assessment and Diagnosis (largest domain)You are here
Master pediatric anthropometric assessment (WHO 0-2y vs CDC 2-20y, Z-scores, MUAC), ASPEN/AND pediatric malnutrition criteria, NCP framework, PES statement writing. 37% of exam.
Pediatric Patient Population Characteristics
Cover age-band physiology and milestones, plus disease-related nutrition for CF, IBD, oncology, cardiac, renal, IEM, food allergy, eating disorders, obesity. 32% of exam.
Nutrition Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation
Study energy/protein prescription by age, EN formula selection, PN composition (preterm advancement, IFALD prevention with SMOF), ketogenic diet, IEM-specific diets. 31% of exam.
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Take full-length practice exams, drill on growth chart Z-score interpretation and PN math.
Can You Take the CSP Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Active CDR Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential ≥2 years
- •Minimum 2,000 hours of documented pediatric nutrition practice within past 5 years
- •Year-round computer-based testing at Pearson VUE test centers
- •Recertify every 5 years
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Time to Get Licensed
8-12 weeks typical
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
Reauthorization required (not automatic); retest permitted 60 days after an unsuccessful attempt with a new $350 exam fee. A one-time 60-day waiver is available with an employer letter.
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What You'll Study
17 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Introduction & Exam Overview
3 sections
Pediatric Growth & Development
2 sections
Human Milk & Infant Formulas
3 sections
Age-Appropriate Nutrition & Foods
2 sections
Prematurity & the NICU Graduate
2 sections
Congenital, Developmental & Metabolic Conditions
2 sections
GI Disorders & Food Allergy
2 sections
Body System & Organ Dysfunction
3 sections
Oncology, Endocrine & Weight-Related Care
4 sections
Clinical Status & Health History
5 sections
Anthropometrics & Growth Assessment
5 sections
Physical Exam, Laboratory Data & Nutrition Diagnosis
5 sections
Estimation of Nutritional Needs
4 sections
Oral Nutrition & Supplementation
3 sections
Enteral Nutrition Support
3 sections
Parenteral Nutrition Support
3 sections
Care Planning, Coordination & Education
6 sections
CSP Exam Details
Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition
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Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official CDR content outline
Development and nutrition (growth assessment, age-band physiology, milestones); disease-related nutrition considerations (CF, IBD, oncology, cardiac, renal, IEM, food allergy, eating disorders, obesity)
Clinical status and health history (anthropometric, biochemical, dietary, social); assessment process (NCP/PES statements, ASPEN/AND pediatric malnutrition criteria, growth chart interpretation)
Nutrition prescription (energy/protein, EN formula selection, PN composition for preterm/critical, ketogenic, IEM diets); care planning (advancement, monitoring, transitions)
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