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Arkansas Dietitian License

Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board

Total Fee
$110
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Notarized Application Form — A completed and signed application with a notary seal verifying the applicant's identity.
  • CDR Registration Card — A copy of the current Commission on Dietetic Registration card.
  • Supervision Letter (PLD Only) — For Provisional Licensed Dietitians, a signed letter from an employment supervisor who is an AR Licensed Dietitian.
  • Verification Statement (PLD Only) — A copy of the Verification Statement from an ACEND-accredited internship or coordinated program.

How to Apply

  1. Obtain CDR Registration ▾
    Successfully complete the education and supervised practice requirements and pass the national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
    CDR Website
  2. Complete Online Application ▾
    Fill out the initial license application through the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) online portal.
  3. Submit Notarized Signature Page ▾
    Download and print the application form, sign the notary section in the presence of a notary public, and upload or mail the notarized document to the Board.
  4. Provide Proof of CDR Registration ▾
    Submit a copy of your current, valid CDR registration card. The name on the card must match the application exactly.
  5. Pay Application Fee ▾
    Pay the $110 initial licensure fee online or via check/money order payable to the Arkansas Dietetics Practice Fund. Note: Fees are scheduled to reduce significantly on July 1, 2025.
  6. Board Review ▾
    The Board reviews applications during regular meetings. The process typically takes up to six weeks for approval.
Total Fee
$110
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Not required
Temp License
Available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Dietitians applying for licensure in Arkansas who are currently licensed in another state must follow the standard application process and submit a copy of their active CDR registration card, which serves as proof of meeting the national standards recognized by the Arkansas board.

Steps

  1. Verify Out-of-State License ▾
    Provide evidence of a current, valid license from another state with standards equivalent to Arkansas.
  2. Submit State Statutes ▾
    Applicants applying via reciprocity must provide a copy of the other state's licensing statutes and rules.
  3. Disciplinary History ▾
    Provide a statement or verification of any disciplinary actions from the out-of-state licensing authority.
  4. Pay Reciprocity Fee ▾
    Submit the $110 application fee for licensure by reciprocity.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Annual + 12 CE hours (*Renewal fee temporarily reduced to $3.00 for 2025-2026*)
Compact
No
Board
Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board

Keeping Your License Active

Arkansas Dietitian licenses renew Annual + 12 CE hours (*Renewal fee temporarily reduced to $3.00 for 2025-2026*). Contact the Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$110
Endorsement application$110
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal50.0

Slow Downs

Incomplete Notarization ▾
Failure to have the application properly signed and sealed by a notary public will result in immediate rejection.
Name Mismatch ▾
If the name on the CDR card does not match the name on the application or government ID, processing will be delayed until corrected.
Missing Supporting Documents ▾
Forgetting to include the CDR card or, for provisional applicants, the supervisor letter, is a frequent cause of delay.

Questions

How do I verify an Arkansas dietitian license? ▾
Arkansas does not currently provide a public online search portal for dietitians. All license verification requests must be emailed to ARDiet@arkansas.gov.
What are the continuing education (CE) requirements? ▾
Licensed Dietitians must complete 12 hours of approved CE annually. Documentation can be provided via certificates of attendance or a PDP log.
How long is a provisional license valid? ▾
A Provisional Licensed Dietitian (PLD) license is valid for 18 months and may be renewed only once with a satisfactory explanation for the delay in passing the exam.
When do licenses expire? ▾
All Arkansas dietitian licenses expire annually on December 1st.
Are fees changing soon? ▾
Yes, effective July 1, 2025, the new application fee will be reduced to $6.00 and the renewal fee to $3.00 for a one-year period.

Board Info

Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board
Phone(501) 683-1126
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25