Alaska Dietitian License
Dietitians and Nutritionists Program
Total Fee
$150
Processing Time
6 to 8 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Not available
N/A
What You'll Need
- Application for Dietitian License (Form #08-4400) — The primary application form, which must be completed in full and signed. Download Form
- Official CDR Verification — Verification of your current status as a Registered Dietitian, sent directly from the CDR to the Alaska board.
- Verification of Licensure — Official verification from every state where you have ever held a professional license, sent directly from those boards.
- Passport-Style Photograph — A recent 2x2 inch passport-style photograph of the applicant, taken within the last six months.
- Name Change Documentation — If any documents are in a previous name, you must provide a certified true copy of a marriage certificate or court order showing the legal name change.
How to Apply
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Obtain National CDR Registration ▾Before applying for an Alaska license, you must be a Registered Dietitian (RD) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). This requires a master's degree (as of 2024), completion of an accredited internship, and passing the national exam.
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Create a MyAlaska Account ▾Alaska uses the MyAlaska portal for online licensing services. Create an account to access the 'MY LICENSE' self-service portal.
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Submit the Application ▾Complete the Application for Dietitian License (Form #08-4400) either online through the portal or by mailing the paper form to the Juneau office. Ensure the application is signed and, if using the paper form, notarized.
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Pay Licensing Fees ▾Pay the non-refundable $100 application fee and the $125 initial license fee (total $225). Fees are paid via the online portal or by attaching a credit card payment form to your paper application.
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Request CDR Verification ▾Contact the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and request that an official verification of your registration be sent directly to the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing.
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Verify Out-of-State Licenses ▾If you hold or have ever held a license in another state, you must request primary source verification from each jurisdiction to be sent directly to the Alaska board.
Alaska License Search
Total Fee
$150
Processing Time
6 to 8 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Requirements ▾
Alaska offers licensure by endorsement for those already licensed in another state. Applicants must demonstrate that their current state's requirements are substantially equivalent to Alaska's and must submit verifications for all current and past licenses.
Steps
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Verify Eligibility for Licensure by Credentials ▾Alaska offers licensure by credentials to applicants who hold a current, unrestricted license in another state with standards at least as stringent as Alaska's.
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Submit Endorsement Application ▾Use the standard Application for Dietitian License (Form #08-4400) and check the appropriate box for licensure by credentials.
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Request Primary Source Verifications ▾Request that each state board where you are currently or previously licensed send an official verification directly to the Alaska board.
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Submit CDR Verification ▾Even when applying by endorsement, you must provide official verification of your CDR registration sent directly from the CDR.
Total Fee
$125
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (expires Dec 31 of odd-numbered years)
Compact
No
Board
Dietitians and Nutritionists Program
Keeping Your License Active
Alaska Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years (expires Dec 31 of odd-numbered years). Contact the Dietitians and Nutritionists Program for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Renew on the board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $150 |
| Endorsement application | $150 |
| Temporary permit | N/A |
| Renewal | 125.0 |
Slow Downs
CDR Verification Not Sent Directly
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The board requires verification to come directly from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Providing a copy of your card yourself will cause a delay.
Missing Notarization
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Paper applications must be signed in the presence of a notary public. Applications received without a proper notary seal will be returned.
Incomplete Out-of-State Verifications
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Delays often occur while waiting for other state boards to send verification. Applicants should follow up with those boards early in the process.
Incorrect Fees
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Submitting the wrong fee amount or failing to include the initial license fee alongside the application fee will halt processing.
Questions
How long does it take to get a dietitian license in Alaska?
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The average processing time is 4 to 6 weeks once a complete application and all supporting documents have been received.
Do I need to submit fingerprints for a dietitian license in Alaska?
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No, the Dietitians and Nutritionists Program in Alaska does not currently require a criminal background check or fingerprints for licensure.
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements for renewal?
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Alaska state law does not mandate specific CE hours for license renewal; however, you must maintain your national CDR registration, which requires 75 CPEUs every five years.
When does my Alaska dietitian license expire?
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All licenses expire on December 31 of odd-numbered years, regardless of the date of issuance.
Can I apply for a temporary license?
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Alaska does not offer a standard temporary license for dietitians, except for specific military courtesy licenses for active-duty members or their spouses.
Board Info
Dietitians and Nutritionists Program
Phone(907) 465-2550