Joining the BDA: 1
BDA membership – what’s it worth?
There are over 6,000 registered dietitians with the HPC but only 5,100 dietitians are members of the BDA. There are advantages of having every dietitian in membership:
Strength in numbers – we can represent every dietitian through our campaigns and speak for and on behalf of the whole profession;- Increased membership means we can do more with our income, providing better services, tailored to your needs and help keep subscription levels low for all;
- Creating a stronger BDA – more members mean the work is shared and a greater amount can be achieved.
It is something every member can help with and in everyone’s interest to achieve. If you know a qualified dietitian, student dietitian, dietetic assistant or nutritionist who is not a member, explain how the BDA will benefit them. There are a variety of membership services that will provide something of interest for everyone. All our membership forms as are available online.
The table below outlines these benefits.
Benefits for each category of membership
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Affiliate |
Non- Practising |
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Monthly copies of |
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Bi-monthly copies of The Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics plus online access to this publication |
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Trade Union |
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Free advice on the preparation of responses to HPC investigations (Brookfields Professional Conduct Services) |
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Free legal representation at HPC hearings |
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Free legal advice from Thompsons solicitors |
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Reduction |
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Access to members’ only section of the web site and professional guidelines and other publications |
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Professional Advice and Support from the BDA Office |
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Access to courses arranged through the Centre for Education and Development |
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Access to CPD opportunities, events and activities |
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Right to join Specialist Groups or Branches, access to local and specialist professional guidance and support |
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Voting rights at General Meetings |
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Professional Indemnity Insurance of up to £2 million |
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Access to national events such as Annual Conference, and the AGM |
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