Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for dietitian licensing in Delaware. Plan on endorsement through Board of Dietetics/Nutrition.
- Endorsement fee
- $235
- Processing time
- 3 to 5 Weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- Board of Dietetics/Nutrition
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. Complete a minimum of 1,200 hours of board-approved supervised practice through a dietetic internship.
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Step 2
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians (or the CNS exam for Nutritionists). Verification of current RD/CNS status is required.
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Step 3
Submit the Application via DELPROS
Create an account in the Delaware Professional Regulation Online Services (DELPROS) system, complete the application, and pay the $235 fee.
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Step 4
Provide Verification Documents
Upload or have primary source verification sent for your active CDR card or CNS certification. Any existing out-of-state licenses must be verified as well.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $235
- Processing time
- 3 to 5 Weeks
- Renewal fee
- Varies (Prorated)
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years (expires May 31 of odd years) + 30 CE hours
- Application
- $235
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $235
License Types
Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN): The credential to practice dietetics or nutrition in Delaware, regulated by the Board of Dietetics/Nutrition under the Division of Professional Regulation.
Required Documents
- DELPROS Online Application: Completed application submitted electronically with the $235 fee.
- CDR Registration Verification: Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Official College Transcripts: Verification of your accredited degree, usually requested directly through DELPROS processing.
Board Contact
- Board
- Board of Dietetics/Nutrition
- Department
- Delaware Division of Professional Regulation
- Phone
- (302) 744-4500
- customerservice.dpr@delaware.gov
- Board site
- https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/dietetics/
- Compact source
- https://dietitianscompact.org/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is Varies (Prorated). Renewal cycle: Every 2 years (expires May 31 of odd years) + 30 CE hours.
Delaware Dietitian Licensing FAQ
How much does a Delaware dietitian license cost?
The initial cost is a $235 application processing fee.
When does the Delaware license need to be renewed?
Delaware dietitian licenses expire biennially on May 31 of odd-numbered years. Renewal fees are determined dynamically based on administrative costs.
Does Delaware license Nutritionists distinct from Dietitians?
Delaware uses the combined title of Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist. Applicants can qualify via either the Registered Dietitian (CDR) pathway or the Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) pathway.
Does Delaware have reciprocity for dietitians?
No interstate compact currently covers dietitian practice in Delaware. To work in Delaware, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my dietitian license to Delaware?
Most endorsement applications take 3 to 5 Weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Delaware while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.