Quick Facts at a Glance
- Application Fee
- $69
- $69 initial application fee
- Processing
- 2 to 4 Weeks
- Subject to board volume
- Renewal
- $69
- Annual + 20 CE hours every two years
- License Duration
- 1 Year
- From date of issuance
West Virginia Board of Licensed Dietitians (WVBOLD)
Independent State Board- Phone
- (304) 558-1024
- wvbold@wv.gov
- Mailing Address
- 722 Kanawha Blvd E
Charleston, WV 25301 - Physical Address
- 722 Kanawha Blvd E
Charleston, WV 25301
West Virginia Dietitian License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD)
The credential to practice and provide medical nutrition therapy in West Virginia, regulated by WVBOLD.
Provisional Dietitian Permit
Available for applicants who have completed their education and supervised practice but have not yet passed the CDR exam. Valid while awaiting examination and allows practice under supervision. Costs $46.
How to Get Licensed in West Virginia
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree or higher from an ACEND-accredited program. Complete a minimum of 1,000 hours of board-approved supervised dietetic experience.
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 Application to WVBOLD
Download and complete the application form from the WVBOLD website. Submit it with the $69 fee.
Provide Verification Documents
Submit a copy of your active CDR card or have verification sent directly to the board. Ensure you meet the age (18+) and citizenship or legal alien requirements.
Application Checklist
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Official Application Application form filled out accurately and completely, confirming age and citizenship.
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CDR Registration Card Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
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Official College Transcripts Sent directly from the university showing your conferred degree (may be satisfied by CDR card, check with board).
Provisional Practice & Reciprocity
West Virginia offers a provisional permit for $46 for individuals who possess a degree and have completed the supervised practice requirements but have not yet passed the CDR exam. This permit allows the applicant to practice under the supervision of a licensed dietitian while preparing for the exam.
Out-of-state applicants with active CDR registration or a current license in another state with equivalent standards may apply by submitting the standard application, fee, and proof of their active credential/license.
If your assignment start date is within 5 weeks, apply immediately and call the board at (304) 558-1024 to confirm current processing times.
Renewal Requirements
West Virginia dietitian licenses renew annual + 20 ce hours every two years. Renewal fee is $69.
West Virginia Dietitian FAQ
How much does a West Virginia dietitian license cost?
The initial license application fee is $69. A provisional permit application costs $46.
When does the West Virginia license need to be renewed?
West Virginia dietitian licenses are renewed annually. The renewal fee is $69.
What are the continuing education requirements for West Virginia?
To maintain licensure, West Virginia requires 20 hours of continuing professional education (CPE) every two years.