South Carolina Dietitian License

Transfer License

Steps

1. Submit Your Application ▾
   Apply through the Panel for Dietetics. The application fee is $175.
2. Provide License Verification ▾
   South Carolina requires official verification of your active out-of-state license. This must be sent directly to the board from your current state board or its official online verification system before your file can be considered complete.
3. Provide Current Signed CDR Card ▾
   Copy of your signed, active Commission on Dietetic Registration credential (for licensure by registration).
4. Request Official College Transcripts ▾
   Sent directly to the Panel office from the degree-granting institution.
5. Provide Valid Photo ID ▾
   Copy of a driver's license, state-issued ID, or passport.
6. Provide Signed Social Security Card ▾
   Copy of your signed Social Security card.
7. Provide Notarized Verification of Lawful Presence ▾
   Required by South Carolina law for professional licensing.
8. Complete Fingerprinting and Background Screening ▾
   South Carolina requires a criminal background check for all applicants. Out-of-state applicants can use IdentoGO Out-of-State Live Scan (adds ~$39.95 fee) OR FD-258 hard card via mail (tip: moisturize hands for days prior to reduce smudge rejects). Completing prints outside South Carolina can add 2-4 weeks to your processing time.
9. Await Board Processing ▾
   Plan for a processing timeline of about 3 Weeks once your file is complete.
10. Review Licensure Requirements ▾
    Before applying, review the specific educational, supervised practice, and examination requirements for Dietitian licensure on the SC LLR Dietitian website.
11. Register on MyLicense Portal ▾
    Create a new user account on the South Carolina MyLicense Portal at eservice.llr.sc.gov. You will need a valid email address to register and set up your login credentials.
12. Upload Supporting Documentation ▾
    Submit all necessary supporting documents, such as official transcripts, verification of supervised practice, and official Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) examination results, directly through the MyLicense Portal as instructed.

Keeping Your License Active

South Carolina Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years (by May 31, odd years) + 30 CE hours. Contact the Panel for Dietetics for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.