Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $75
- $75 non-refundable application fee
- Processing
- 3 to 5 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $170
- Every 2 years (expires Nov 1 of odd years) + 20 CE hours
- License Duration
- Up to 2 Years
- From date of issuance
Board of Dietetics Practice
Rhode Island Department of Health- Phone
- (401) 222-2828
- Mailing Address
- Center for Professional Licensing, Room 104, 3 Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908 - Physical Address
- 3 Capitol Hill
Providence, RI 02908
Rhode Island Dietitian License Types
Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN)
The credential to practice and provide medical nutrition therapy in Rhode Island, overseen by the Board of Dietetics Practice.
How to Get Licensed in Rhode Island
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree from an ACEND-accredited program. Complete a minimum of 900 hours of board-approved supervised dietetic experience (most accredited programs exceed this with 1,000+ hours).
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians. Verification of current RD status is required.
Submit the Application and Fee
Complete, sign, and notarize the official application. Submit it to the Department of Health with the $75 fee (payable to the RI General Treasurer) and a 2x3 portrait photograph.
Complete Background Check & Verifications
Obtain an original Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) report from the Attorney General's Office. Ensure CDR verification is sent directly to the Board.
Application Checklist
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Notarized Application & Photo Application form with a notarized signature and a recent 2x3 head-and-shoulders photograph.
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CDR Registration Verification Proof of active registration sent directly from the CDR to the Board.
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Criminal Background Check An original BCI report from the Rhode Island Attorney General's Office.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
Rhode Island offers a temporary permit for individuals who have completed their education and supervised practice but are awaiting the results of the CDR exam. A temporary permit holder may practice under supervision for 90 days and use the title 'graduate dietitian/nutritionist'.
Rhode Island offers licensure by endorsement for dietitians/nutritionists actively licensed in other states, provided the requirements of the other state are equivalent to Rhode Island's. Applying via endorsement requires submitting the application, fee, and verification of all out-of-state licenses.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (401) 222-2828 to confirm current processing times.
Renewal Requirements
Rhode Island dietitian licenses renew every 2 years (expires nov 1 of odd years) + 20 ce hours. Renewal fee is $170.
Rhode Island Dietitian FAQ
How much does a Rhode Island dietitian license cost?
The initial cost is a $75 application fee, which does not include the cost of the BCI background check.
When does the Rhode Island license need to be renewed?
Rhode Island LDN licenses expire on November 1st of odd-numbered years. The biennial renewal fee is $170.
Does Rhode Island use the title 'Nutritionist'?
Yes, Rhode Island uses the combined title of Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) to license both professionals under one standard for medical nutrition therapy.