Licensing Path
Georgia has enacted the Dietitian Compact, but compact privileges are not issuing yet. For now, out-of-state applicants still use endorsement.
- Endorsement fee
- $85
- Processing time
- 15 to 20 Business Days
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- Dietitian Compact enacted, not active yet
- Board
- Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians
From the board
Endorsement Steps
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Step 1
Complete Education & Supervised Practice
Earn a baccalaureate or higher degree with a major in dietetics, human nutrition, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Complete at least 900 hours of supervised practice through an ACEND-accredited program.
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Step 2
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) national Registration Examination for Dietitians.
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Step 3
Submit the Online Application
Create an account on the Georgia Secretary of State's online licensing portal and submit the completed application with the non-refundable $85 fee (includes $10 processing fee).
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Step 4
Provide Supporting Documentation
Upload official transcripts, a copy of your current CDR registration card or award letter, and your ACEND Verification Statement. If applying by endorsement, include license verification from all other states.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $85
- Processing time
- 15 to 20 Business Days
- Renewal fee
- $60
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years (by March 31, even years) + 30 CE hours
- Application
- $75
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $85
License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD): The standard credential to practice dietetics in Georgia, regulated by the Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians under the Secretary of State.
Provisional Permit: Allows practice under supervision of a Georgia-licensed dietitian for applicants who are eligible to take the CDR exam but have not yet passed it. Valid for one year and may be renewed at Board discretion. Additional $25 fee.
Required Documents
- Official College Transcripts: Must be sent directly from the degree-granting institution, showing degree and date awarded.
- CDR Registration Card or Award Letter: Copy of your current, active Commission on Dietetic Registration credential.
- ACEND Verification Statement: Verifying completion of supervised practice experience.
- Secure & Verifiable Document and Affidavit of Citizenship: As required by Georgia law for professional licensing.
Board Contact
- Board
- Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians
- Department
- Georgia Secretary of State
- Phone
- (404) 424-9966
- Board site
- https://sos.ga.gov/dietitians
- Compact source
- https://dietitianscompact.org/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $60. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years (by March 31, even years) + 30 CE hours.
Georgia Dietitian Licensing FAQ
How much does a Georgia dietitian license cost?
The initial application fee is $85 (including a $10 processing fee). If you also request a provisional permit, add $25 for a total of $110. The biennial renewal fee is $60, due by March 31st of even-numbered years.
Which Georgia agency regulates dietitians?
The Georgia Board of Examiners of Licensed Dietitians, which operates under the Georgia Secretary of State, is the regulatory body for dietitian licensure in the state.
What are the continuing education requirements for Georgia dietitians?
You must complete 30 clock hours of continuing education during each two-year renewal cycle. As of 2026, all CE must be tracked and reported through CE Broker.
Does Georgia have reciprocity for dietitians?
Georgia has enacted the Dietitian Compact, but compact privileges are not yet issuing. For now, dietitians still apply by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my dietitian license to Georgia?
Most endorsement applications take 15 to 20 Business Days. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Georgia while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.