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Annual renewal is $75, due by November 30 each year."},"name":"How much does a Minnesota dietitian license cost?"},{"@type":"Question","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Minnesota requires 45 continuing education units (CEUs) every three years for state license renewal. Additionally, CDR registration requires 75 CPEUs every five years \u2014 many activities satisfy both requirements."},"name":"What are the continuing education requirements for Minnesota dietitians?"},{"@type":"Question","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes. Minnesota specifically requires a notarized copy of your current CDR registration card or official examination results as part of the license application. 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