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You cannot practice or use protected titles until your license has been formally issued by the Board.","reciprocity_info":"DC issues dietitian licenses by endorsement for those licensed in other jurisdictions at the same $229 fee. Applicants must still meet all DC requirements, submit a full application, provide letter(s) of good standing from each jurisdiction, and maintain current CDR registration.","renewal_cycle":"Every 2 years (Nov 1, odd years) + 30 CEUs (incl. 2 LGBTQ Cultural Competency, 3 Public Health)","renewal_fee_amount":144.0,"renewal_portal_url":"https://dohenterprise.my.site.com/dchealthrenewals/s/portal-page","required_documents":[{"description":"A current copy of your Commission on Dietetic Registration card.","name":"CDR Registration Card","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Must be sent directly from the educational institution to the Board.","name":"Official Transcripts","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"One recent 2x2 passport-type photo of the applicant's face.","name":"Passport Photo","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"A required form detailing professional experience and references.","name":"Supplemental Information Form","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"A form to be completed by a professional reference who has known you for at least three years.","name":"Moral Character Reference Form","url":null,"url_label":null}],"slug":"dc-dietitian","state_name":"District of Columbia","state_slug":"dc","statutes_url":null,"steps":[{"description":"Register and complete the online application form via the DC Health Licensing Portal.","title":"1. 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