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Louisiana law mandates that only individuals with a valid LDN license may use the titles 'dietitian,' 'dietician,' or 'nutritionist' \u2014 or practice dietetics/nutrition care services. 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Complete at least 1,200 hours of supervised practice through an ACEND-accredited dietetic internship or coordinated program."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Pass the CDR Examination","position":2,"text":"Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians. As of 2025, a master's degree is required for new exam candidates."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Submit the Application to LBEDN","position":3,"text":"Complete and submit the licensure application to the Louisiana Board of Examiners in Dietetics and Nutrition. Pay the application fee. Include all required supporting documents."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Complete Fingerprint Background Check","position":4,"text":"Submit to a fingerprint-based criminal background check as required by Louisiana law. 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