Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $237.50
- $200 initial application fee + $37.50 fingerprint background check fee
- Processing
- 4 to 6 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $200
- Every 2 years (no state-mandated CE, but CDR requires 75 CPEUs per 5 years)
- License Duration
- 2 Years
- From date of issuance
Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health — Dietitian Licensing
Department of Health and Human Services- Phone
- (775) 684-1030
- dpbh@dhhs.nv.gov
- Mailing Address
- 4150 Technology Way, Suite 300
Carson City, NV 89706 - Physical Address
- 4150 Technology Way, Suite 300
Carson City, NV 89706
Nevada Dietitian License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD)
The credential to practice dietetics in Nevada, regulated by the Division of Public and Behavioral Health.
Provisional Dietitian License
Available for applicants who have completed their education and supervised practice but have not yet passed the CDR exam. Valid for one year, costs $200, and allows practice under the supervision of a Licensed Dietitian.
Temporary Dietitian License
Available for out-of-state dietitians practicing in Nevada for a short term. Valid for up to 6 months and costs $25.
How to Get Licensed in Nevada
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree or higher from an ACEND-accredited program. Complete a minimum of 1,200 hours of supervised practice.
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians.
Submit the Application via Nevada eLicensing
Create an account on the Nevada online portal, complete the application, and pay the $200 initial application fee.
Complete Background Check & Provide Documents
Submit fingerprints to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History ($37.50 fee). Upload a copy of your current CDR registration card and official transcripts.
Application Checklist
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CDR Registration Card Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
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Official College Transcripts Sent directly from the university showing your conferred degree.
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Fingerprint Background Check Verification sent directly from the Nevada Department of Public Safety.
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Photo ID & Proof of Citizenship Valid government-issued photo identification and evidence of lawful presence.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
Nevada offers a provisional license ($200 fee) for individuals who have completed the academic and supervised practice requirements but are waiting to take the CDR exam. A Provisional Licensed Dietitian must practice under the direct supervision of an active Nevada Licensed Dietitian. The provisional license is valid for one year.
Applicants actively licensed in another state can easily apply for Nevada endorsement by providing verification of their current active license, submitting the standard application, paying the $200 fee, and completing the fingerprint background check.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (775) 684-1030 to confirm current processing times.
Renewal Requirements
Nevada dietitian licenses renew every 2 years (no state-mandated ce, but cdr requires 75 cpeus per 5 years). Renewal fee is $200.
Nevada Dietitian FAQ
How much does a Nevada dietitian license cost?
The initial license application fee is $200, plus a $37.50 fee for the fingerprint background check. The provisional license also costs $200.
When does the Nevada license need to be renewed?
Nevada dietitian licenses are renewed biennially (every two years). The renewal fee is $200.
What are the continuing education requirements for Nevada?
Nevada currently relies on the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) for continuing education tracking. There are no additional state-mandated CE hours beyond the 75 CPEUs required every five years to maintain active CDR registration.