Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for dietitian licensing in Connecticut. Plan on endorsement through Department of Public Health — Dietitian-Nutritionist Certification.
- Endorsement fee
- $190
- Processing time
- 4 to 6 Weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Not listed
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- Department of Public Health — Dietitian-Nutritionist Certification
From the board
Endorsement Steps
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Step 1
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a master's degree or higher from an ACEND-accredited program (DPD, CP, or GP pathway). Complete at least 1,000–1,200 hours of ACEND-accredited supervised practice.
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Step 2
Pass the CDR Examination & Obtain Registration
Successfully pass the CDR Registration Examination for Dietitians ($200 fee). Obtain active CDR registration (RD/RDN credential).
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Step 3
Apply via the eLicense Portal
Submit your application online through the Connecticut eLicense system. Pay the $190 initial certification fee.
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Step 4
Request CDR Verification
Have the CDR send verification of your current registration directly to the Connecticut Department of Public Health. DPH will not accept self-reported verification.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $190
- Processing time
- 4 to 6 Weeks
- Renewal fee
- $105
- Renewal cycle
- Annual + CDR 75 CPEUs per 5 years (no state-level CE mandate)
- Application
- $190
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $190
License Types
Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN): Connecticut's credential for practicing dietitians and nutritionists. Issued by the Department of Public Health. Requires active CDR registration. As of April 2025, CDNs are eligible to enroll in Connecticut Medicaid (CMAP) and HUSKY Health.
Required Documents
- CDR Registration Verification: Must be sent directly from CDR to the Connecticut DPH — self-reported copies are not accepted.
- Completed eLicense Application: Submitted through the Connecticut eLicense online portal with the $190 fee.
Board Contact
- Board
- Department of Public Health — Dietitian-Nutritionist Certification
- Department
- Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH)
- Phone
- (860) 509-7603
- Board site
- https://portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing--investigations/dietitian-nutritionist/dietitian-nutritionist
- Compact source
- https://dietitianscompact.org/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $105. Renewal cycle: Annual + CDR 75 CPEUs per 5 years (no state-level CE mandate).
Connecticut Dietitian Licensing FAQ
How much does a Connecticut dietitian certification cost?
The initial certification fee is $190 through the eLicense portal. Annual renewal is $105. There is no state-mandated continuing education beyond maintaining your CDR registration.
Does Connecticut require state-level continuing education?
No. Connecticut does not mandate state-specific continuing education for annual certification renewal. However, you must maintain active CDR registration, which requires 75 CPEUs every five years, including at least one CPEU in ethics or health equity.
Can Connecticut CDNs enroll in Medicaid?
Yes. Effective April 1, 2025, certified dietitian-nutritionists can enroll in Connecticut's Medicaid program (CMAP) and HUSKY Health. Reimbursement for services began on July 1, 2025.
Does Connecticut have reciprocity for dietitians?
No interstate compact currently covers dietitian practice in Connecticut. To work in Connecticut, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my dietitian license to Connecticut?
Most endorsement applications take 4 to 6 Weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Connecticut while my endorsement application is processing?
Most applicants need to wait for full approval before starting work because the state does not clearly offer a temporary or provisional credential.