Licensing Path
There is no active interstate compact route for dietitian licensing in Minnesota. Plan on endorsement through Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice.
- Endorsement fee
- $282
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 Weeks
- Fingerprinting
- Required
- Temporary license
- Not listed
- Compact
- No active compact path
- Board
- Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice
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 at least 900 hours of documented supervised pre-professional practice experience under a registered dietitian or similarly qualified professional.
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Step 2
Pass the CDR Examination
Successfully pass the CDR Registration Examination for Dietitians. The CDR exam fee is $250. Obtain current CDR registration.
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Step 3
Submit the Online Application
Complete the online application through the Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice portal. Paper applications are no longer accepted. Pay the $100 application fee and $150 initial license fee.
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Step 4
Complete Background Check & Provide Documentation
Authorize and complete a criminal background check ($32 fee). Submit a notarized copy of your current CDR registration card, official transcripts, and supervised practice documentation.
Quick Facts
- Total fee
- $282
- Processing time
- 2 to 4 Weeks
- Renewal fee
- $75
- Renewal cycle
- Annual (by Nov 30) + 45 CE hours per 3 years
- Application
- $100
- Background check
- $32
- Jurisprudence exam
- $0
- Total estimated cost
- $282
License Types
Licensed Dietitian (LD): The standard credential to practice dietetics in Minnesota, issued by the Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice. Requires CDR registration and completion of 900+ hours of supervised pre-professional practice.
Licensed Nutritionist (LN): A separate credential for nutrition practitioners who meet different educational and experiential qualifications established by the Board.
Required Documents
- Notarized CDR Registration Card: A notarized copy of your current, active CDR registration card or official exam results.
- Official College Transcripts: Showing a master's or doctoral degree from an ACEND-accredited program.
- Supervised Practice Documentation: Verification of at least 900 hours of supervised pre-professional practice.
- Criminal Background Check: Completed background check ($32 fee paid as part of the application).
Board Contact
- Board
- Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice
- Department
- Minnesota Department of Health
- Phone
- (612) 617-2175
- Board site
- https://mn.gov/boards/dietetics-and-nutrition/
- Compact source
- https://dietitianscompact.org/
Source: Primary board website
Renewal
Renewal fee is $75. Renewal cycle: Annual (by Nov 30) + 45 CE hours per 3 years.
Minnesota Dietitian Licensing FAQ
How much does a Minnesota dietitian license cost?
The total initial cost is $282: $100 application fee, $150 initial license fee, and $32 criminal background check fee. Annual renewal is $75, due by November 30 each year.
What are the continuing education requirements for Minnesota dietitians?
Minnesota requires 45 continuing education units (CEUs) every three years for state license renewal. Additionally, CDR registration requires 75 CPEUs every five years — many activities satisfy both requirements.
Does Minnesota require a notarized CDR card?
Yes. Minnesota specifically requires a notarized copy of your current CDR registration card or official examination results as part of the license application. This is an unusual requirement among states.
Does Minnesota have reciprocity for dietitians?
No interstate compact currently covers dietitian practice in Minnesota. To work in Minnesota, apply for licensure by endorsement through the state board.
How long does it take to transfer my dietitian license to Minnesota?
Most endorsement applications take 2 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 Minnesota 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.