Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $110
- $110 initial license application fee
- Processing
- 2 to 4 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $110
- Every 2 years + 20 CE hours
- License Duration
- 2 Years
- From date of issuance
Board of Licensed Dietitians
New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC)- Phone
- (603) 271-2152
- Mailing Address
- 7 Eagle Square
Concord, NH 03301 - Physical Address
- 7 Eagle Square
Concord, NH 03301
New Hampshire Dietitian License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD)
The standard credential to practice dietetics in New Hampshire, overseen by the OPLC Board of Licensed Dietitians.
How to Get Licensed in New Hampshire
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a bachelor's or master's degree (a master's is now required by CDR). Complete a dietetic internship of no less than 900 hours under the supervision of a licensed/registered dietitian.
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians. A letter verifying your RD status must be sent directly from the CDR.
Submit the Online Application via OPLC
Create an account on the New Hampshire OPLC online portal, complete the initial application, and pay the $110 fee.
Provide Verification Documents
Ensure the CDR sends your verification. Additionally, if you received your RD card on or after January 1, 2001, you must provide official transcripts and verification of internship hours directly from your supervisor.
Application Checklist
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CDR Registration Verification A letter verifying RD status sent directly from the Commission on Dietetic Registration to the Board.
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Official College Transcripts Required if RD card was obtained on or after 1/1/2001. Must be sent from the degree-granting institution.
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Verification of Internship Hours Required if RD card was obtained on or after 1/1/2001. Sent directly from the internship supervisor.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
New Hampshire regulations generally require the completion of the CDR examination prior to issuing a license. There is no standard provision for a temporary dietitian license.
New Hampshire may grant a license to any applicant who presents proof of current licensure, registration, or certification as a dietitian in a state or territory whose requirements are substantially equivalent to New Hampshire's, alongside the standard application and fee.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (603) 271-2152 to confirm current processing times.
Renewal Requirements
New Hampshire dietitian licenses renew every 2 years + 20 ce hours. Renewal fee is $110.
New Hampshire Dietitian FAQ
How much does a New Hampshire dietitian license cost?
The initial license application fee is $110.
When does the New Hampshire license need to be renewed?
New Hampshire dietitian licenses must be renewed biennially (every two years). The renewal fee is $110. A $150 reinstatement fee applies to late submissions.
What are the continuing education requirements for New Hampshire?
Licensees must complete 20 hours of approved continuing education within the preceding two years to qualify for license renewal.