Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $120
- $120 initial application fee (background check fees extra)
- Processing
- 4 to 6 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $100
- Annual (by Oct 31st)
- License Duration
- 1 Year
- From date of issuance
Oklahoma Licensed Dietitians Committee
Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision- Phone
- (405) 962-1400
- Mailing Address
- P.O. Box 18256
Oklahoma City, OK 73154 - Physical Address
- 101 NE 51st Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Oklahoma Dietitian License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD)
The credential required to practice dietetics in the state of Oklahoma. Supervised by the Licensed Dietitians Committee under the Medical Board. Note: Oklahoma does not license the title 'Nutritionist'.
Provisional Licensed Dietitian (PLD)
Available for applicants who have completed the academic and supervised practice requirements but have not yet passed the CDR examination. Must practice under the supervision of a Licensed Dietitian. Valid for one year.
How to Get Licensed in Oklahoma
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree or higher from an ACEND-accredited program. Complete between 1,000 and 1,200 hours of board-approved supervised practice or an accredited dietetic internship.
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) national examination.
Submit the Online Application
Apply through the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure online portal and pay the $120 application fee.
Complete Background Check & Provide Documents
All applicants must submit to an Extended Background Check. You must also submit primary source verification of your education and passing CDR exam score.
Application Checklist
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CDR Registration Verification Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration sent directly to the Board.
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Official College Transcripts Sent directly from the university showing your conferred degree.
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Extended Background Check Processed through the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI).
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Evidence of Legal Status Form documenting your citizenship or qualified alien status.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
Oklahoma offers a Provisional Licensed Dietitian (PLD) distinct credential for applicants who have met the education and supervised practice requirements and are preparing for the CDR exam. A Provisional Licensed Dietitian must practice under the direct supervision of an Oklahoma Licensed Dietitian. The provisional license is valid for one year.
Applicants currently licensed in another state may apply via endorsement if the other state's licensing requirements are substantially equivalent to or stricter than Oklahoma's. The standard application, fee, and verification of all out-of-state licenses are required.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (405) 962-1400 to confirm current processing times.
Renewal Requirements
Oklahoma dietitian licenses renew annual (by oct 31st). Renewal fee is $100.
Oklahoma Dietitian FAQ
How much does an Oklahoma dietitian license cost?
The initial license application fee is $120. Additional fees apply for the required background check.
When does the Oklahoma license need to be renewed?
The Oklahoma licensed dietitian credential expires annually on October 31st. The renewal fee is $100.
Does Oklahoma license Nutritionists?
No, Oklahoma only issues licenses for Dietitians (Licensed Dietitian). There are no specific licensing requirements or title protections for individuals claiming to be 'nutritionists' in the state.