Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $294
- $115 Application + $179 Registration
- Processing
- ~6 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $179
- Every 3 years
- License Duration
- 3 Years
- From date of issuance
New York State Board for Dietetics and Nutrition
NYSED Office of the Professions- Phone
- (518) 474-3817
- dietbd@nysed.gov
- Mailing Address
- NYS Education Department
Office of the Professions
Registration Unit
State Education Building, 2nd Floor
Albany, NY 12234-1000 - Physical Address
- 89 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12234
New York Dietitian License Types
Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN)
The standard credential for practicing dietetics and nutrition in New York State. Demands completion of a Master's degree, ACEND-approved supervised practice, and passing the national CDR exam.
How to Get Licensed in New York
Complete Education & Exam Requirements
Earn a Master's degree, complete at least 1,000 hours of ACEND-accredited supervised practice, and pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) national examination.
Take the Child Abuse Identification Course
New York State requires all healthcare professionals to complete state-approved coursework in identifying and reporting child abuse before applying for certification.
Apply Online via NYSED
Submit your application for a new CDN certification through the Office of the Professions online portal and pay the combined $294 application and initial registration fee.
Application Checklist
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Official College Transcripts Must be sent directly from your degree-granting university to the NYSED.
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CDR Certification Verification Proof of active registration sent directly from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
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Child Abuse Training Certificate Certificate of completion for the mandatory NYS child abuse identification coursework.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
New York State does not issue temporary permits or provisional licenses for dietitians or nutritionists.
New York does not maintain automatic reciprocity agreements with other states. Out-of-state applicants must apply for a new license by equivalence, providing direct verification of their out-of-state license, CDR registration, and proof they meet all New York education and experience standards.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (518) 474-3817 to confirm current processing times.
Note: New York does not offer a standard provisional license, so your license must be issued before your first day.
Renewal Requirements
New York dietitian licenses renew every 3 years. Renewal fee is $179.
New York Dietitian FAQ
How much does a New York dietitian license cost?
The total initial cost is $294, which covers the NYSED's $115 application fee and the $179 fee for your first three-year registration period.
Do I need a master's degree to become a CDN in New York?
Yes. As of January 1, 2024, a minimum of a master's degree is required by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) to sit for the national RDN exam, which serves as the exam basis for NY state certification.
Is continuing education required to renew a New York CDN license?
The NYSED does not mandate additional state-level continuing education for renewal, but you must maintain your active CDR registration, which requires completing 75 hours of continuing professional education every 5 years.