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Missouri Dietitian License

State Committee of Dietitians

Total Fee
$50
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Not available
N/A

What You'll Need

  • CDR Registration Card — Copy of your current, active Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD or RDN) credential.
  • Official College Transcripts — Sent from the degree-granting institution showing completion of an ACEND-accredited program.
  • Supervised Practice Verification — Documentation of completed ACEND-accredited dietetic internship hours.
  • Background Check Authorization — Completed authorization for the state background screening process.

How to Apply

Total Fee
$50
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Missouri does not have a formal reciprocity agreement with other states. Out-of-state dietitians must apply for a new Missouri license through the standard application process. Holding current CDR registration (RD/RDN) satisfies the core requirements. Note: Missouri is actively pursuing the Dietitian Licensure Compact (Senate Bill 412/1339), which would enable interstate practice without additional licenses if enacted.

Steps

  1. Submit Your Application ▾
    Apply through the State Committee of Dietitians. The application fee is $50.
  2. Provide License Verification ▾
    Missouri requires official verification of your active out-of-state license. This must be sent directly to the board from your current state board or its official online verification system before your file can be considered complete.
  3. Confirm Your CDR Registration Card ▾
    Copy of your current, active Commission on Dietetic Registration (RD or RDN) credential.
  4. Request Official College Transcripts ▾
    Sent from the degree-granting institution showing completion of an ACEND-accredited program.
  5. Provide Supervised Practice Verification ▾
    Documentation of completed ACEND-accredited dietetic internship hours.
  6. Provide Background Check Authorization ▾
    Completed authorization for the state background screening process.
  7. Complete Fingerprinting and Background Screening ▾
    Missouri requires a criminal background check for all applicants. Out-of-state applicants can use IdentoGO Out-of-State Live Scan (adds ~$39.95 fee) OR FD-258 hard card via mail (tip: moisturize hands for days prior to reduce smudge rejects). Completing prints outside Missouri can add 2-4 weeks to your processing time.
  8. Await Board Processing ▾
    Plan for a processing timeline of about 2 to 4 Weeks once your file is complete.
  9. Board Review and License Issuance ▾
    The Missouri Board of Healing Arts will review your complete application and all supporting documents. Upon approval, your Dietitian license will be issued and mailed to your address on file.
Total Fee
$20
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (by April 1, even years) — no CE required
Compact
No
Board
State Committee of Dietitians

Keeping Your License Active

Missouri Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years (by April 1, even years) — no CE required. Contact the State Committee of Dietitians for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$50
Endorsement application$50
Temporary permitN/A
Renewal20.0

Slow Downs

Fingerprinting delays ▾
Out-of-state prints can add 2-4 weeks to your timeline.
Missing or incomplete documents ▾
Have all your documents ready before starting the application to avoid processing delays.
Application errors ▾
Double-check that your name matches across all documents exactly. Mismatches are a common reason for delays.

Questions

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Board Info

State Committee of Dietitians
Phone(573) 522-3438
Emailmailto:diet@pr.mo.gov
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25