Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for dietitian licensing in Idaho. Plan on endorsement through Dietetic Licensure Board.
- Endorsement fee
- $100
- Processing time
- 3 to 4 Weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Available
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- Dietetic Licensure Board
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 1,000 hours of board-approved supervised practice through an accredited dietitian internship.
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Step 2
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Registration Examination for Dietitians. Verification of current RD status satisfies exam requirements.
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Step 3
Submit the Application to DOPL
Complete the application form online or via paper. Have it notarized, and submit it with the $100 fee to DOPL.
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Step 4
Provide Verification Documents
Submit a copy of your active CDR card or ensure verification is sent directly. A current CDR card generally confirms both education and examination completion.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $100
- Processing time
- 3 to 4 Weeks
- Renewal fee
- $120
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years (transitions from annual $60 to biennial $120 starting mid-2025)
- Application
- $100
- Background check
- $0 (included in application)
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $100
License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD): The credential to practice dietetics in Idaho, regulated by the Idaho Dietetic Licensure Board under DOPL's Board of Medicine.
Provisional Dietitian: Available for applicants who have completed their education and supervised practice but have not yet passed the CDR exam. Valid for one year, costs $50, and allows practice under the supervision of a Licensed Dietitian.
Required Documents
- Notarized Application: Application form with your notarized signature (if using paper form).
- CDR Registration Card: Proof of active registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Official College Transcripts: Sent directly from the university showing your conferred degree (if not using CDR as sole verification).
Board Contact
- Board
- Dietetic Licensure Board
- Department
- Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL)
- Phone
- (208) 334-3233
- doplinfo@dopl.idaho.gov
- Board site
- https://dopl.idaho.gov/boe/
- Compact source
- https://dietitianscompact.org/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $120. Renewal cycle: Every 2 years (transitions from annual $60 to biennial $120 starting mid-2025).
Idaho Dietitian Licensing FAQ
How much does an Idaho dietitian license cost?
The initial license application fee is $100. A provisional license costs $50.
When does the Idaho license need to be renewed?
Starting in mid-2025, Idaho dietitian licenses transition to a biennial (two-year) renewal cycle based on the licensee's birth year. The biennial renewal fee is $120.
Is the Dietitian Licensure Compact active in Idaho?
As of early 2026, Idaho has pending legislation (S1284) to adopt the Dietitian Licensure Compact. If enacted, it would allow eligible dietitians to practice across state lines with compact privilege.
Does Idaho have reciprocity for dietitians?
No interstate compact currently covers dietitian practice in Idaho. To work in Idaho, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my dietitian license to Idaho?
Most endorsement applications take 3 to 4 Weeks. If you qualify for an active compact privilege, there may be no separate wait to start practicing.
Can I start working in Idaho while my endorsement application is processing?
A temporary or provisional credential is available while the full endorsement application is pending.