Montana Dietitian License

Transfer License

Steps

1. Submit Your Application ▾
   Apply through the Montana Board of Medical Examiners. The application fee is $75.
2. Provide License Verification ▾
   Montana 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. Provide NPDB Self-Query Report ▾
   Required for all applicants. Conducted via the National Practitioner Data Bank.
4. Provide CDR Registration Verification ▾
   Must be sent directly from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
5. Provide Verification of Out-of-State Licenses ▾
   If licensed in other jurisdictions, you must arrange for official verifications to be sent to Montana.
6. Complete Fingerprinting and Background Screening ▾
   Montana 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 Montana can add 2-4 weeks to your processing time.
7. Await Board Processing ▾
   Plan for a processing timeline of about 3 to 5 Weeks once your file is complete.
8. Create an Account on Licensing Montana ▾
   Navigate to the *Licensing Montana* portal at licensing.mt.gov and register for a new user account if you don't already have one. You will need to verify your email.
9. Upload Required Documentation ▾
   Upload official transcripts verifying your qualifying degree (Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field), documentation of your ACEND-approved supervised practice experience, and proof of passing the CDR Registration Examination.

Keeping Your License Active

Montana Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Montana Board of Medical Examiners for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.