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Arkansas Dietitian License

Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board

Total Fee
$110
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Available
See board

What You'll Need

  • ARDLB New Application (ADLB-2) — The official two-page application form for initial licensure.
  • Notarized Signature Page — A specific page within the application that requires a notary seal.
  • CDR Registration Card — A copy of your current, valid registration card from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. CDR Portal
  • Verification Statement — Required for Provisional Licensed Dietitian (PLD) applicants; must be signed by the program director of your internship.
  • Supervision Letter — Required for PLD applicants; a signed letter from an Arkansas Licensed Dietitian supervisor outlining duties.

How to Apply

  1. Obtain CDR Registration ▾
    Successfully complete the education and supervised practice requirements and pass the national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
    CDR Website
  2. Complete the Application Form ▾
    Fill out the ARDLB New Application (Form ADLB-2). Ensure the application is signed and dated.
  3. Notarize Application ▾
    The application includes a notary page that must be signed by the applicant and completed/sealed by a notary public.
  4. Gather Supporting Documents ▾
    Prepare a copy of your current, valid CDR card and any other required documentation (e.g., verification statements if applying for a provisional license).
  5. Submit Application and Fee ▾
    Submit the completed application and fee ($110 for LD, currently reduced to $6.00 through June 2026) via the online portal or by mail. Payments by mail must be check or money order payable to 'Arkansas Dietetics Practice Fund'.
  6. Wait for Board Review ▾
    The Board meets regularly to process applications. Allow approximately 2 weeks for processing once all items are received.
Total Fee
$110
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Dietitians applying for licensure in Arkansas who are currently licensed in another state must follow the standard application process and submit a copy of their active CDR registration card, which serves as proof of meeting the national standards recognized by the Arkansas board.

Steps

  1. Verify Reciprocity Eligibility ▾
    Arkansas provides reciprocity if the standards in your current state of licensure are not less than Arkansas standards.
  2. Submit New Application Form ▾
    Complete the standard ARDLB New Application and check the box for 'Reciprocity'.
  3. Provide State Statutes ▾
    Submit a copy of the legal authority (law/act) and the adopted rules/regulations from your current state of licensure.
  4. Submit License Verification ▾
    Provide a copy of your current out-of-state license. The Board may also contact the issuing authority directly.
  5. Pay Reciprocity Fee ▾
    Pay the application and license fee (currently reduced to $6.00 for LD).
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Annual + 12 CE hours (*Renewal fee temporarily reduced to $3.00 for 2025-2026*)
Compact
No
Board
Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board

Keeping Your License Active

Arkansas Dietitian licenses renew Annual + 12 CE hours (*Renewal fee temporarily reduced to $3.00 for 2025-2026*). Contact the Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$110
Endorsement application$110
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal50.0

Slow Downs

Missing Notarization ▾
Applications submitted without the required notary signature and seal will not be processed.
Name Mismatch ▾
Ensure your name matches exactly across all documents (Application, CDR card, and ID).
Incorrect Fee Payment ▾
The Board does not accept cash. Using the wrong payment method or amount (especially during fee reduction periods) causes delays.
Incomplete PLD Documentation ▾
Provisional applicants often forget the signed supervisor letter or the internship verification statement.

Questions

How do I verify a dietitian's license in Arkansas? ▾
Arkansas does not have a public online search tool for dietitians. You must email all license verification requests to ARDiet@arkansas.gov.
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements for renewal? ▾
Licensed Dietitians must complete 12 hours of CDR-approved continuing education annually.
Can I practice before I pass the RD exam? ▾
Yes, you may apply for a Provisional Licensed Dietitian (PLD) license, which allows you to practice under the direct supervision of an Arkansas Licensed Dietitian for up to 18 months.
When does my license expire? ▾
All licenses issued as of January 1, 2021, have a standard renewal date of December 1st of each year.
What are the current application fees? ▾
Effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, fees are reduced: New LD Application is $6.00, PLD is $8.00, and Renewal is $3.00.

Board Info

Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board
Phone(501) 683-1126
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25