Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $110
- $110 standard initial application fee (temporarily reduced through June 30, 2026)
- Processing
- 2 to 4 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $50
- Annual + 12 CE hours (*Renewal fee temporarily reduced to $3.00 for 2025-2026*)
- License Duration
- 1 Year
- From date of issuance
Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board
Arkansas Department of Health- Phone
- (501) 683-1126
- Mailing Address
- 4815 West Markham Street, Slot 73
Little Rock, AR 72205 - Physical Address
- 4815 West Markham Street, Slot 73
Little Rock, AR 72205
Arkansas Dietitian License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD)
The standard credential to practice dietetics in Arkansas, overseen by the Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board.
Provisional Licensed Dietitian (PLD)
Available for applicants who have completed all education and supervised practice requirements and are eligible to take the CDR exam but have not yet passed it. Valid for 18 months and allows practice under the supervision of a Licensed Dietitian. Standard fee is $150 (temporarily reduced to $8 for 2025-2026).
How to Get Licensed in Arkansas
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution. Complete an ACEND-accredited supervised practice program (typically 1,000 to 1,200 hours).
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians (for full LD licensure).
Submit the Application and Fee
Complete, sign, and date the application form. Your signature must be notarized. Mail the completed application with the appropriate fee (check or money order) to the ADLB.
Provide Documentation
Include a copy of your current CDR registration card. If applying for a provisional license, include verification of internship completion and a letter from your employment supervisor.
Application Checklist
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Notarized Application Application form with your notarized signature.
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CDR Registration Card Copy of your current, active CDR registration card (for full licensure).
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Check or Money Order Made payable to the Arkansas Dietetics Practice Fund.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
Arkansas offers a Provisional Licensed Dietitian (PLD) credential for individuals who have completed their education and internship but have not yet passed the CDR exam. It allows the individual to work under the supervision of an Arkansas Licensed Dietitian. The PLD license is valid for 18 months and can be renewed once. An application for a provisional license requires verification of internship completion and a letter from your prospective employment supervisor.
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.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (501) 683-1126 to confirm current processing times.
Renewal Requirements
Arkansas dietitian licenses renew annual + 12 ce hours (*renewal fee temporarily reduced to $3.00 for 2025-2026*). Renewal fee is $50.
Arkansas Dietitian FAQ
How much does an Arkansas dietitian license cost?
The standard initial license fee is $110. However, the Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board has announced a temporary fee reduction down to $6.00 for the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.
When does the Arkansas license need to be renewed?
The Arkansas dietitian license is renewed annually. The standard renewal fee is $50 (temporarily reduced to $3.00 for the 2025-2026 cycle).
What are the continuing education requirements for Arkansas?
Arkansas requires 12 continuing education units (CEUs) annually to maintain state licensure. For your CDR registration, 75 CEUs are required every five years.