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Utah Dietitian License

Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing

Total Fee
$60
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Various authorized vendors (e.g., Utah FAST, YUP Fingerprinting)
Temp License
Not available
N/A

What You'll Need

  • CDR Registration Card — Provide a copy of your current, active Commission on Dietetic Registration wallet card.
  • Official Application — Completed application form with the $60 fee.

How to Apply

Total Fee
$60
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Utah offers licensure by endorsement. Out-of-state applicants with active CDR registration may apply by completing the standard application and submitting a copy of their active CDR card, which proves they meet the national standards required by Utah.

Steps

  1. Submit Your Application ▾
    Apply through the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL). The application fee is $60.
  2. Confirm Your CDR Registration Card ▾
    Provide a copy of your current, active Commission on Dietetic Registration wallet card.
  3. Provide Official Application ▾
    Completed application form with the $60 fee.
  4. Complete Fingerprinting and Background Screening ▾
    Utah 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 Utah can add 2-4 weeks to your processing time.
  5. Await Board Processing ▾
    Plan for a processing timeline of about 2 to 4 Weeks once your file is complete.
  6. Apply for a Utah Dietitian License ▾
    Submit an application for licensure to the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL), including required documentation and fees.
Total Fee
$37
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years (expires Sept 30 of even-numbered years)
Compact
No
Board
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing

Keeping Your License Active

Utah Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years (expires Sept 30 of even-numbered years). Contact the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$60
Endorsement application$60
Fingerprint check$15.00 - $30.00 (Vendor fee) + $28.25 (DOPL/BCI/FBI processing fee)
Temporary permitN/A
Renewal37.0

Slow Downs

Fingerprinting delays ▾
Out-of-state prints can add 2-4 weeks to your timeline.
Missing or incomplete documents ▾
Have all your documents ready before starting the application to avoid processing delays.
Application errors ▾
Double-check that your name matches across all documents exactly. Mismatches are a common reason for delays.

Questions

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Board Info

Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL)
Phone(801) 530-6628
Emailmailto:doplbureau3@utah.gov
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25