OPR Online Application — Application submitted electronically with the required fee.
CDR Registration Card — Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
How to Apply
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
3 to 5 Business Days
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Requirements ▾
Applicants currently certified or licensed as a dietitian in good standing in another jurisdiction can apply for certification in Vermont via the online system if their jurisdiction's requirements are substantially equivalent to Vermont's (typically demonstrated by active CDR registration).
Steps
Submit Your Application
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Apply through the Dietitians. The application fee is $100.
Provide License Verification
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Vermont 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.
Provide OPR Online Application
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Application submitted electronically with the required fee.
Confirm Your CDR Registration Card
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Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Complete Fingerprinting and Background Screening
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Vermont 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 Vermont can add 2-4 weeks to your processing time.
Await Board Processing
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Plan for a processing timeline of about 7 to 10 Business Days once your file is complete.
Create an OPR Account
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Register for a new user account on the My OPRB Online Services portal (secure.vermont.gov/myvoprb/) by providing your email and creating a password, then answering security questions.
Await Review and Approval
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The Office of Professional Regulation will review your complete application and submitted documents. You will be notified of the licensing decision after the review process.
Total Fee
$100
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years + 30 CE hours
Compact
No
Board
Dietitians
Keeping Your License Active
Vermont Dietitian licenses renew Every 2 years + 30 CE hours. Contact the Dietitians for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.