Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $85
- $75 application + $10 processing fee
- Processing
- 15 to 20 Business Days
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $60
- Every 2 years (by March 31, even years) + 30 CE hours
- License Duration
- 2 Years
- From date of issuance
Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians
Georgia Secretary of State- Phone
- (404) 424-9966
- Mailing Address
- 237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217 - Physical Address
- 237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217
Georgia Dietitian License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD)
The standard credential to practice dietetics in Georgia, regulated by the Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians under the Secretary of State.
Provisional Permit
Allows practice under supervision of a Georgia-licensed dietitian for applicants who are eligible to take the CDR exam but have not yet passed it. Valid for one year and may be renewed at Board discretion. Additional $25 fee.
How to Get Licensed in Georgia
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a baccalaureate or higher degree with a major in dietetics, human nutrition, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Complete at least 900 hours of supervised practice through an ACEND-accredited program.
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) national Registration Examination for Dietitians.
Submit the Online Application
Create an account on the Georgia Secretary of State's online licensing portal and submit the completed application with the non-refundable $85 fee (includes $10 processing fee).
Provide Supporting Documentation
Upload official transcripts, a copy of your current CDR registration card or award letter, and your ACEND Verification Statement. If applying by endorsement, include license verification from all other states.
Application Checklist
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Official College Transcripts Must be sent directly from the degree-granting institution, showing degree and date awarded.
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CDR Registration Card or Award Letter Copy of your current, active Commission on Dietetic Registration credential.
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ACEND Verification Statement Verifying completion of supervised practice experience.
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Secure & Verifiable Document and Affidavit of Citizenship As required by Georgia law for professional licensing.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
Georgia offers a provisional permit for applicants who have completed all academic and supervised practice requirements and are eligible for but have not yet passed the CDR examination. The permit costs an additional $25, is valid for one year, and requires practice under the direct supervision of a Georgia-licensed dietitian. The Board may renew it at its discretion.
Georgia offers licensure by endorsement for dietitians holding a valid, active, and unencumbered license in another state, provided that state's requirements are substantially equal to or greater than Georgia's. Applicants must submit their application, fee, verification of the out-of-state license sent directly from the issuing board, and proof of passing the CDR exam.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (404) 424-9966 to confirm current processing times.
Renewal Requirements
Georgia dietitian licenses renew every 2 years (by march 31, even years) + 30 ce hours. Renewal fee is $60.
Georgia Dietitian FAQ
How much does a Georgia dietitian license cost?
The initial application fee is $85 (including a $10 processing fee). If you also request a provisional permit, add $25 for a total of $110. The biennial renewal fee is $60, due by March 31st of even-numbered years.
Which Georgia agency regulates dietitians?
The Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians, which operates under the Georgia Secretary of State, is the regulatory body for dietitian licensure in the state.
What are the continuing education requirements for Georgia dietitians?
You must complete 30 clock hours of continuing education during each two-year renewal cycle. As of 2026, all CE must be tracked and reported through CE Broker.