Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $190
- $190 initial certification fee
- Processing
- 4 to 6 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $105
- Annual + CDR 75 CPEUs per 5 years (no state-level CE mandate)
- License Duration
- 1 Year
- From date of issuance
Department of Public Health — Dietitian-Nutritionist Certification
Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH)- Phone
- (860) 509-7603
- Mailing Address
- 410 Capitol Avenue, MS#12APP
Hartford, CT 06134 - Physical Address
- 410 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06134
Connecticut Dietitian License Types
Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN)
Connecticut's credential for practicing dietitians and nutritionists. Issued by the Department of Public Health. Requires active CDR registration. As of April 2025, CDNs are eligible to enroll in Connecticut Medicaid (CMAP) and HUSKY Health.
How to Get Licensed in Connecticut
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree or higher from an ACEND-accredited program (DPD, CP, or GP pathway). Complete at least 1,000–1,200 hours of ACEND-accredited supervised practice.
Pass the CDR Examination & Obtain Registration
Successfully pass the CDR Registration Examination for Dietitians ($200 fee). Obtain active CDR registration (RD/RDN credential).
Apply via the eLicense Portal
Submit your application online through the Connecticut eLicense system. Pay the $190 initial certification fee.
Request CDR Verification
Have the CDR send verification of your current registration directly to the Connecticut Department of Public Health. DPH will not accept self-reported verification.
Application Checklist
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CDR Registration Verification Must be sent directly from CDR to the Connecticut DPH — self-reported copies are not accepted.
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Completed eLicense Application Submitted through the Connecticut eLicense online portal with the $190 fee.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
Connecticut does not offer a provisional or temporary dietitian-nutritionist certification. Applicants must hold current CDR registration before applying. The CDR must send verification directly to DPH.
Connecticut does not have a formal endorsement or reciprocity process. Out-of-state dietitians with active CDR registration apply through the standard online process. Since Connecticut's certification is tied to CDR registration rather than state-specific exams, the process is straightforward for anyone holding an RD/RDN credential.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (860) 509-7603 to confirm current processing times.
Note: Connecticut does not offer a standard provisional license, so your license must be issued before your first day.
Renewal Requirements
Connecticut dietitian licenses renew annual + cdr 75 cpeus per 5 years (no state-level ce mandate). Renewal fee is $105.
Connecticut Dietitian FAQ
How much does a Connecticut dietitian certification cost?
The initial certification fee is $190 through the eLicense portal. Annual renewal is $105. There is no state-mandated continuing education beyond maintaining your CDR registration.
Does Connecticut require state-level continuing education?
No. Connecticut does not mandate state-specific continuing education for annual certification renewal. However, you must maintain active CDR registration, which requires 75 CPEUs every five years, including at least one CPEU in ethics or health equity.
Can Connecticut CDNs enroll in Medicaid?
Yes. Effective April 1, 2025, certified dietitian-nutritionists can enroll in Connecticut's Medicaid program (CMAP) and HUSKY Health. Reimbursement for services began on July 1, 2025.