Tennessee Dietitian License

Transfer License

Steps

1. Submit Your Application ▾
   Apply through the Board of Dietitian/Nutritionist Examiners. The application fee is $140.
2. Provide License Verification ▾
   Tennessee 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. Request Official College Transcripts ▾
   Sent directly from the degree-granting institution, showing degree and date awarded.
4. Confirm Your CDR Registration Card ▾
   Copy of your current, active Commission on Dietetic Registration credential.
5. Provide Supervised Practice Verification ▾
   Documentation verifying completion of ACEND-accredited supervised practice hours.
6. Provide Passport-Style Photograph ▾
   Recent photo meeting standard passport specifications.
7. Provide Criminal Background Check Authorization ▾
   Mandatory background screening as part of the application process.
8. Complete Fingerprinting and Background Screening ▾
   Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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. Register an Account with the Licensure and Regulatory System ▾
    Navigate to the Licensure and Regulatory System portal at apps.health.tn.gov/Licensure/ and click 'Register a New Account' to create a user ID and password.
11. Await Board Review and Licensure ▾
    The Tennessee Board of Dietitian/Nutritionist Examiners will review the submitted application and all accompanying documentation. Upon approval, the license will be issued.

Keeping Your License Active

Tennessee Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years (by birth month) — no CE required for state renewal. Contact the Board of Dietitian/Nutritionist Examiners for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.