Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $75
- $75 non-refundable application fee
- Processing
- 3 to 5 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $100
- Every 2 years
- License Duration
- 2 Years
- From date of issuance
Montana Board of Medical Examiners
Department of Labor & Industry- Phone
- (406) 444-6880
- dlibsdmed@mt.gov
- Mailing Address
- PO Box 200513
Helena, MT 59620-0513 - Physical Address
- 301 S. Park Ave., 4th Floor
Helena, MT 59601
Montana Dietitian License Types
Licensed Dietitian
Regulated by the Montana Board of Medical Examiners. Recently defined distinctly through 2025 legislative sessions separating it from the generic 'Nutritionist' title.
Licensed Nutritionist
Montana has historically licensed 'Nutritionists', a title which fully incorporates the credentials and scope of a Registered Dietitian.
How to Get Licensed in Montana
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree from an ACEND-accredited program in dietetics or nutrition. Complete a dietetic internship of at least 1,200 hours.
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians. Active RD or RDN status is required.
Perform an NPDB Self-Query
Applicants must complete a self-query of the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) and provide the results to the Montana Board.
Submit the Application to the Board
Apply online or via paper application through the Montana Board of Medical Examiners, pay the $75 fee, and submit primary source verification of your CDR credentials.
Application Checklist
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NPDB Self-Query Report Required for all applicants. Conducted via the National Practitioner Data Bank.
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CDR Registration Verification Must be sent directly from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
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Verification of Out-of-State Licenses If licensed in other jurisdictions, you must arrange for official verifications to be sent to Montana.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
Montana does not issue a temporary or provisional license for dietitians or nutritionists. You must fully meet the CDR examination requirement before being granted a license.
Out-of-state applicants with active CDR registration may readily obtain a Montana license by successfully completing the application packet, submitting the NPDB self-query, and ensuring their current state licenses are verified.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (406) 444-6880 to confirm current processing times.
Note: Montana does not offer a standard provisional license, so your license must be issued before your first day.
Renewal Requirements
Montana dietitian licenses renew every 2 years. Renewal fee is $100.
Montana Dietitian FAQ
How much does a Montana dietitian license cost?
The initial cost is a $75 application fee.
When does the Montana license need to be renewed?
Montana dietitian and nutritionist licenses expire biennially. The renewal fee is $100.
Why is it through the Board of Medical Examiners?
In Montana, the regulation of dietitians and nutritionists is structured under the Board of Medical Examiners, which oversees various allied health professions to ensure public safety in medical nutrition therapy.