Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $100
- $100 non-refundable initial application fee
- Processing
- 2 to 4 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $100
- Every 2 years + 30 CE hours
- License Duration
- 2 Years
- From date of issuance
Dietitians
Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (OPR)- Phone
- (802) 828-1505
- Mailing Address
- 89 Main Street, 3rd Floor
Montpelier, VT 05620-3402 - Physical Address
- 89 Main Street, 3rd Floor
Montpelier, VT 05620-3402
Vermont Dietitian License Types
Certified Dietitian (CD)
Vermont operates under a certification model rather than strict licensure for dietitians. The 'Certified Dietitian' title is protected.
How to Get Licensed in Vermont
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree from an ACEND-accredited program. Complete a minimum of 1,000 hours of supervised dietetics practice within the program.
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians. Verification of current RD status satisfies this.
Submit the Online Application via OPR
Create an account on the Vermont OPR Online Services Platform, select the Dietitian application, and pay the $100 fee.
Provide Verification Documents
Upload a copy of your active CDR card or ensure verification is requested from the CDR during the online application process.
Application Checklist
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OPR Online Application Application submitted electronically with the required fee.
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CDR Registration Card Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
Vermont does not explicitly mandate full licensure for all nutrition service providers but does protect the 'Certified Dietitian' title, which requires the CDR components to be met first.
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).
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (802) 828-1505 to confirm current processing times.
Note: Vermont does not offer a standard provisional license, so your license must be issued before your first day.
Renewal Requirements
Vermont dietitian licenses renew every 2 years + 30 ce hours. Renewal fee is $100.
Vermont Dietitian FAQ
How much does a Vermont dietitian certification cost?
The initial cost is a $100 application fee.
When does the Vermont certification need to be renewed?
Vermont dietitian certifications must be renewed every two years. The renewal fee is $100.
Is a license required to practice dietetics in Vermont?
Vermont uses a certification model, protecting the title 'Certified Dietitian'. While individuals can provide certain nutrition services without certification, only those meeting state standards and obtaining certification can use the CD title.